Rose City Rowing Club

Everyone who has come through our doors will have fond memories of van rides to regattas and rowing camps. There is no doubt that lots of bonding goes on when a crew hits the road together. For many of our beginner athletes, a van means something more- it means access to our sport, our club and our river. As we continue to reach out across our city and draw in youngsters from all over, we are constantly running into the obstacle of transportation.

With our own van, many new opportunities become possible for RCRC. We can invite P.E. classes to come to the clubhouse and try our the ergs, or even row! We can hold summer camps and include kids who have no means of getting to the boatyard on their own. We can reduce the expense associated with traveling to other clubs and camps.

In short, we think it's the next evolution in broadening our approach. We've invested $20,000 in a new barge for novices. Now we're trying to eliminate another barrier kids often face.

We're asking the alumni of our program to spearhead this campaign. If each class can generate even a few hundred dollars we will meet our goal without difficulty. If you rowed with us please help us get there! And pass the word to your class and former boatmates.

Thank you!

Coach Nick

Thirty-six Rose City Rowing Club athletes have qualified for the 2022 National Championships! We are very proud of our young men and women. They have worked very hard to earn the opportunity to race against the best teams in the country!

Choosing to put in the effort to achieve great things is a transformative process for a young adult. With each small success comes increased determination and self-confidence. Learning to work towards a shared goal with teammates is also a skill that will serve these youngsters well as they move into adulthood. These kids have chosen the path of hard work and teamwork. These are traits that should be encouraged and celebrated!

Very few people can say that they once competed for a National Championship. In fact, it could be a life-changing event for some! It is a rare and exciting opportunity that our rowers are thrilled to be undertaking. It is also a trip that will require significant effort, and, unfortunately, significant financing.

At RCRC we have never turned any youngster away for financial reasons. Our doors are open to all. We pride ourselves on supporting those who make an effort and are engaged in our community, but we do need help! We are hoping our greater community of friends, family and rowers will help us make the trip affordable for our athletes.

Money raised will go directly to our athletes who cannot afford this heavy lift on their own. Please help us support this energetic team rise to the next level in their rowing journey. We will be pulling for you!