Putting In

I am learning so much about rowing this year, thanks to my hard-working daughter. Today I'm sharing a series of photos of the girls putting the boat in the water. If you haven't been around these boats, it gives you an idea of their size and weight.

Getting ready to lift

Out to the water

Lowering the boat

Just add oars and rowers and they're off!

If you are interested in seeing a race, and you live anywhere near Chattanooga, the Head of the Hooch is the first weekend in November. It is the second largest regatta in the US, with 2,000 boats and roughly 9,000 rowers. As long as the weather cooperates it is a great photo op.

Rowing

The Chattanooga Head Race took place this weekend. Pictured above are the Chattanooga Junior Rowing's Women's Youth Novice. This was my daughter's first regatta and it made it more exciting to have someone to cheer for.

Climb Here

...reads the sign under the Walnut Street bridge.

Burning Sculpture: Before

At the conclusion of RiverRocks on Saturday, this sculpture by Andrew Nigh will be lit on fire. We were here for last year's burn and it was a colorful, exciting event with fire juggling beforehand. It is a nice sculpture even when it isn't on fire.

Glass Blowing

I just happened upon this glass blowing studio by accident. It is right down the street from the aquarium on Broad Street. Click here for more information on Ignis Glass Studio.

By the way, Chattanooga Daily Photo turned one year old yesterday. Yay!

M is for MoonPie

Chattanooga is home to the MoonPie. If you are unfamiliar with MoonPies, they are marshmallow sandwiches covered in chocolate.

Linking with ABC Wednesday.

Please Stop

...Thinking. As a first grade teacher, this isn't anything I ever tell anyone. I saw this stenciled on the sidewalk downtown. Hopefully no one is advocating stupidity. Maybe it means "go with your instincts" or "stop over-analyzing". Anyone have an interpretation to share?