The first Eggy mascot - a real ram - was purchased by students from the stockyards in 1961. In all, there were six versions of Eggy until the use of a live ram on campus was discontinued in 1991. The first two Eggies lived on campus in a pen and shed behind what is now Oakham House. Why a ram mascot? Because three rams appear on the Ryerson coat of arms. Photo credit: Ryerson Archives.

It's that time again! Come out and support the Ryerson Dragon Boat (Rye-D-Boat) Teams as we compete in our biggest regatta of the season. BOOM BOOM!!

It is a two day event, where 180-200 teams and over 5000 athletes will be competing, with hundreds of thousands of people expected to attend over the span of two days. In addition it will juxtapose the sport of dragonboat with cultural performances, music, food, activities and entertainment for the entire family. 

Admission to the festival is free of charge, you do need to buy a ferry ticket to get there though. 

Getting There:
The Toronto Ferry Docks are located at the foot of Bay Street and Queen Quay. Fares range from $6.50 for adults, $4 for seniors/students (15-19 with a student card), $3 for children, free ride for those under 2 years old. For more information on ferry schedules call (416) 392-8193

Updated Race Times* (Thanks Ray) 
Saturday, June 19, 2010
RDB1 - 1:30pm and 4:00pm
RDB2 - 2:10pm and 4:30pm

Sunday, June 20, 2010 
Finals - TBD 
RDB1 and RDB2 - We aiming for that Head to Head at University A Cup Final!

I will update this event, post the times of our races and provide further information as the date approaches. 

Feel free to invite everyone, we would love to see you all there. 

RyeDboat feel free to add pictures. 

22nd Toronto International Dragon boat festival http://www.dragonboats.com/pages/home.html

Facebook Event Page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=125422140824985

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