Bed-race crews wanted

PALMYRA - The Pirates of the Erie Canal are pressing new crews to build and serve on racing bed schooners during Palmyra Pirate Weekend's Pillage N the Village Bed Race Regatta Saturday, Aug. 8. Streaking straight through the heart of historic Palmyra's 19th century Main Street business district, five- person crews will compete head-to-head against other careening corsairs and scurrying scallywags for a cash prize and other awards.

Last year, the Ontario Fire Department absconded with top honors, for both speed and best in show. They've promised to defend their title and bring reinforcements.

All racers will receive an official, engraved, Pirates of the Erie Canal Kazoo with lanyard and a place in the Pirate Kazoo Band Parade immediately preceding bed race action. Racers will show off their pirate pride as they are escorted - and serenaded - up Main Street towards the Pillage N the Village starting line.

Race application, entry fee, race bed specifications and other information about Palmyra Pirate Weekend are available at www.eriecanalpirates.com.

Palmyra Pirate Weekend is a family-friendly festival intended to showcase Palmyra.

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