Join the BPAi's Dragon Boat Regatta Photo Contest!

3rd Quarter BPAi Dragon Boat Regatta

Photography Competition 2014 

CONTEST MECHANICS

A. CONTEST THEME

The 3rd Quarter BPAi Dragon Boat Regatta Photography Competition 2014 will adopt the theme:  “Bugsay na Bai! (Let's Paddle, Buddy)”. 

Entries must strictly adhere to the competition’s theme. Photographs should be able to capture the varied facets of this water sport that promotes discipline, unity, teamwork, symmetry & balance. 

Images should therefore depict not only the joy & excitement of dragon boating but also the drama, the agony & the intensity as reflected in the faces & body language of the paddlers & spectators.  

Submitted entries must be photographs taken during the 3rd Quarter BPAi Dragon Boat Regatta on Saturday, October 25.

B. WHO CAN JOIN

• Participants must be at least 13 years old.   

• The contest is open to all professional & amateur photographers and hobbyists.

• BPAi members are disqualified from joining the competition

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

1) Each submitted entry must be entrant's original creation.  

2) Each participant is allowed to submit a MAXIMUM OF TEN (10) ENTRIES ONLY.

5) The entry cannot have been submitted previously in a promotion of any kind or exhibited or displayed publicly through any means

6)The entry must demonstrate & depict the contest theme  

A  PARTICIPANT  IS  NOT  ALLOWED  TO  USE  MULTIPLE  E‐MAIL ADDRESSES  IN  SENDING  THEIR  ENTRIES.  A  PARTICIPANT  WHO  SUBMITS HIS/HER  ENTRIES  USING  MULTIPLE  OR  DIFFERENT  E‐MAIL  ADDRESSES WILL  BE  DISQUALIFIED FROM THE COMPETITION. 

PHOTO & IMAGE REQUIREMENTS

1) Photographs should be in digital format/file.  Only photos/images emailed to boholpaddlers@gmail.com will be accepted

2) Photographs to be submitted should have no watermark. There should be no identifying mark on the images to eliminate any bias during the screening and judging of the submitted photos. 

3) All submitted digital files must be 300 dpi (dots per inch), in JPEG or JPG format, and at least 1,000 pixels on one side (whether image is vertical or horizontal). 

4) Submitted entries must be in full color.  Photos in Black & White  or  Sepia  are  not allowed.

5) The  entry  to  be  submitted  should  be  an  image/photo  with  a  corresponding “photo  title”. A photo caption is optional. If a caption is included, the caption must indicate the place where the image was taken, and must have an accurate description of what the photo is about.      

6) Each photo entry shall be provided with the following information: (i) title (caption is optional) , (ii) name of photographer.

7) The following photographs or images are disqualified: 

o Photographs that have been previously submitted or have won in any local or international photography contest.

o Photographs that violate a person’s rights including, but not limited to copyright and privacy.

o Photographs that contain obscene, sexually explicit, offensive or any other objectionable or inappropriate content.

o BPAi  will disqualify  photos  that  are  digitally  enhanced  or  altered  for  creative purposes.  Altered  images  refer  to  photographs  manipulated  and  applied with  special  effects  (colorizing, toning, collage, photo composites, stitched panoramas, high dynamic range or HDR images, etc.).  

Only  minor adjustments  acceptable  to  BPAi in  the  color,  sharpness,  contrast  or digital equivalents are allowed.

BPAi  reserves  the  right  to  disqualify  any  photograph  or  image  at  any time for any cause.

HOW TO ENTER:   

Step 1: Log on to your Facebook account and visit the group’s Official Fan Page “BOHOL Paddlers Association INC. ”  & click on the LIKE icon.

Step 2: After LIKING & SHARING the page, submit your complete name, age & email address as private message in the page’s inbox. This will serve as your entry for future raffle draws done through electronic means

Step 3: Send your CONTEST entry via email to boholpaddlers@gmail.com

DEADLINE FOR ENTRY SUBMISSION

Deadline  for  the  online  submission  of  entries  is  on  October 25, 2014  (Saturday)  at 6:00  p.m.  Entries  submitted after the set deadline will be rejected.

SCREENING OF ENTRIES/PHOTOGRAPHS

BPAi will form an executive committee that will review all submitted entries and, in its sole discretion, choose the top ten finalist photographs from the submissions received.

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

The top ten finalist photographs will be chosen based on the following criteria:

• Adherence to theme/Content 

• Creativity and Originality 

• Photographic Quality 

• Visual Impact 

HOW THE GRAND PRIZE WINNER WILL BE CHOSEN

1) BPAi will then post the Top Ten Finalist Photographs at its Official FB Page “BOHOL Paddlers Association INC.” 

2) Page visitors shall immediately vote for their favorite photo by clicking on the LIKE & SHARE icons that corresponds with their photo of choice.

3) Each site visitor may vote only once.

4) The winning photograph shall be the photograph that receives the most LIKES from visitors to the FB Page during the period identified by BPAi.

VOTING DURATION TO BE ANNOUNCED

Start & end of voting will be announced right after the Top Ten Finalist Photographs have been determined.    

PRIZES AT STAKE

One Grand Prize winner will be declared from among the Top Ten Finalist Photographs and will receive Three Thousand Pesos (P3,000.oo), a Trophy & a special news feature

OTHER CONTEST PROVISIONS/CONDITIONS

BPAi shall have the exclusive use of the photo entries of the Top Ten Finalists for the group’s various marketing collaterals and communication.  This means  that  the  Grand Winner/Photo  Owner  of  the  winning  entry & the rest of the top ten finalist photographs cannot resell or make use of his/her photo  for other purposes except  for his/her official portfolio.

The photos of the Top Ten automatically becomes the property of BPAi.   

ANNOUNCEMENT OF WINNERS

Winners will be announced on BPAi’s Official Facebook Fan Page exactly two weeks after the top ten finalist photographs have been posted in the page.  Date of awarding of prizes and other details will be announced later.

The decision of the Board of Judges is Final. The organizer shall have the right not to entertain any protest or complaint after the final decision of winners has been made.

CATCH THE FEVER AND EXCITEMENT! BE THERE WHEN IT HAPPENS!

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Sports, Health & Fitness

Bohol Provl Administrators Cup Dragon Boat Regatta Winners

The Bohol Paddlers Association Inc. (BPAi) staged the 1^st Bohol Provincial Administrator’s Cup Dragon Boat Regatta at the Tagbilaran City- Dauis Strait September 28, 2013

The whole- day water sport event kicked off with a coastal clean- up followed by a brief opening program held at the back of the historic Assumption Church in Dauis, Bohol

Eleven teams from all over the province competed in the regatta 200 M Sprints

Here are the winners:

1^st           Kainget Sea Dragons

2^nd          Dauis Wild Dragons

3^rd           Panglao Police Dragons

4^th           Payaw B

Here’s a recap of the event in photos:

Your Blogger with the Secretariat

Bohol's T.A.R.S.I.E.R Emergency Response Team takes a break

Prov'l Youth & Sports Coordinator Joel Molina 

Bohol Provl Administrator Ae Damalerio graces the Opening Program

Panglao Police Dragon's Drummer is Atty Rain Calimbayan

Grand Champion: Kainget Sea Dragons

2nd RU: Panglao Police Dragons

Kudos to the BPAi for the successful staging of the event. 

Thanks to Dr Doyet Dumaluan, Atty. Rain Calimbayan, Rey Tirol, Dobap Aparicio, Clarke Pumares

Our Chief: Rey Tirol of RETTI Builders

Dr. Doyet Dumaluan

 Announcer: Dobap Aparicio

Event Marshal: Rey Tirol

Special Thanks:

The Bohol Prov’l Gov’t, Tagb City Govt and the Dauis LGU led by the very supportive Hon. Miriam Sumaylo, Prov'l Administrator Ae Damalerio, Prov'l Youth & Sports Coordinator Joel Molina & the Prov'l Govt Staff

To the sponsors and believers of the emerging number one water sports in Bohol, Daghang Salamat!

Photo Credits:

Japone Manigque

Who Wants To Be A Dragon Boat Paddler in Bohol?

POWER IN PADDLING

The exhilarating adrenalin rush. The pulsating heartbeat. The synchronized and rhythmic paddling of the teammates as try to achieve harmony, balance and unison in an exciting race down the wire

Welcome to the exciting world of dragon boating! The sport has attracted a steadily growing number of enthusiasts here in Bohol

INTERVIEW WITH BPAi 

L-R: Rey, Dobap & your blogger

And so in response to the mounting queries regarding membership requirements and to address pressing matters in the world of dragon boating in Bohol, , your blogger was able to corner and sit down with Dominic “Dobap” Aparicio and Rey Tirol, the very busybodies of Bohol Paddlers, inc. (BPAi) as they took turns answering my questions

It was an informal chitchat at their club headquarters along K of C Promenade

Can you tell us more about Bohol Paddlers’ Association, Inc?

Bohol Paddlers’ association Inc better known as BPAi is the umbrella organization for all paddling enthusiasts here in Bohol. 

Under the organization are groups of dragon boat enthusiasts, kayak paddlers, stand-up paddlers (SUP) and the local bigiw paddlers. Hopefully, sculling will be introduced also BPAi has been around for quite some time already but it is only now that it has generated some media buzz partly because of the sudden popularity of dragon boating in Bohol

# 1 Who can join the BPAi? 

Minimum age requirement is 12 years old, male or female and must be physically fit. 

One can join either as individual member and later look for a team within BPAi to join in OR register as a team with a minimum of 12 members. 

There is a one- time team registration fee of P1, 500 The ideal number for a team is 16 members. The team is composed of one steerer/ navigator, one drummer, 10 paddlers and four reserved

# 2 Is the sport expensive?

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“Dili jud” (of course not) The most basic would be the following: sleeveless outfit or tank top, cycling shorts, beach footwear, sunglasses or shades for protection from the glare of the sun. 

Don’t forget your sunblock with SPF 50, lip balm and water bottle. Gloves are optional

Regular- priced paddles can be had for as low as P1,800.

For those who can afford the top- of- the line carbon fiber paddles, prices start at P20,000 

# 3 Does BPAi accept members who are non- swimmers? 

Of course, “bisan kinsa makaapil” (anyone can join)

We would prefer swimmers but it is not really a requirement and besides, the club provides every paddler with a life vest as a safety precaution 

# 4 So what else is required for those who are interested to join?

Potential members have to be team players for this sport is basically about group dynamics and interpersonal skills. Being the best paddler is not enough.

One has to be open- minded and must know how to cooperate 

# 5 So can brand- new members just show up at Caingget Beach, board the dragon boat and just paddle away?

Depends on the member’s exposure and experience with dragon boating.

Everyone is required though to join the Land Training & Physical Conditioning Training Sessions followed by regular practice sessions on most mornings at Caingget Beach 

After we wrapped up the short interview, I became more and more interested in joining especially when Rey and Dobap told me that it’s the perfect cardiovascular exercise plus it teaches dragon boaters the art of mental and physical discipline

So what are you waiting for?

For any questions and clarifications, just email your blogger or leave a message at my blog’s comment section

Happy Paddling!

For more on Dragon Boat Paddling in Bohol, here's the link:

The Dragon Boat Scene in Bohol

Bohol Paddlers Confirms Penang Int'l Dragon Boat Race Participation

The participation of Bohol Paddlers' Association, Inc. (BPAi) in the Penang Pesta Dragon Boat Race 2013 to be held at the Teluk Bahang Dam in Penang, Malaysia on December 7 & 8 is now OFFICIAL after submitting its confirmed entry form to the contest organizers.

This was revealed by Dominic "Dobap" Borja Aparicio of BPAi who said that the group is now finalizing the composition of team members 

BPAi's CONFIRMED ENTRY FORM
 

BPA which is proudly carrying the name of the province of Bohol in the said event will see action in the following categories:

- International Premier Men's Open 500 M Long Boat

- International Premier Women 500 M Short Boat

- International Premier Mixed 500 M Short Boat

- International Premier Mixed 2 x 250 M Short Boat 

The annual international sporting spectacle is fully supported by the Penang State Government and is an affiliated festival of the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF)

Countries from around the world will be competing in more than 10 Categories for Men, Women & Mixed Teams

TEAM COMPOSITION

BPAi is now in the process of selecting 40 of the more than 120 members to make up the official team composition. Selection of team members will be based on physical strength, mental attitude, sense of teamwork and financial capacity

BOHOL'S FIRST- EVER PARTICIPATION

Bohol's participation in the forthcoming 2013 Penang Pesta Dragon Boat Race is very significant since it is the province's first- ever participation in an international dragon boat race. 

So far, initial talks with the prov'l govt and the private sector has been positive

According to Rey Tirol, one of BPAi's stalwarts said that Bohol's participation is a perfect opportunity for the province to gain not only exposure and experience but also an excellent marketing tool for the province to promote its tourism industry

Our participation is in congruence with our group's vision to make Bohol the paddling capital of Bohol

We need all the support in terms of financial assistance to help defray the group's expenses especially with the travel requirements & fees, meals & accomodations 

Ultimately, this would benefit not only the resorts & hotels but also the cottage industries & Bohol tourism's allied & related services 

So what are you waiting for? Let's paddle away for Bohol in Penang, Malaysia

WANT TO BE A BOHOL PADDLER?

For more information on how to be a dragon boat paddler, please check out their FB Group Page through this link:

Bohol Paddlers' Assn Inc

For those of you who might have missed out our coverage of the 2nd Cobra Philippine Dragon Boat Federation International Club Crew Challenge, here's the link for our coverage of the event last summer

The World of Dragon Boating

Bohol Competes in Penang Int'l Dragon Boat Race

MALAYSIA HERE WE COME!

Bohol Paddlers Association Inc (BPAi) will be testing the international waters so to speak

An elite group of Boholano dragon boat paddlers will be carrying the tricolors and name of our beloved Bohol when it competes in the Penang Pesta Dragon Boat Race 2013 to be held at the Teluk Bahang Dam in Penang, Malaysia on December 7 & 8 later this year

This annual international sporting spectacle is fully supported by the Penang State Government and is an affiliated festival of the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF)

Countries from around the world will be competing in more than 10 Categories for Men, Women & Mixed Teams

TRAINING PREPARATIONS

Part of BPAi's preparations for their forthcoming participation in the international event is a grueling and punishing training schedule that includes Land Training & Physical Conditioning and Water Training & Paddling

Letter of Invitation 

Registration Form
 

DRAGON BOAT'S NEWEST HEROES

These newest Boholano sporting heroes have proven themselves already in the national scene when the placed in the Final Four of the very competitive 2nd Cobra Philippine Dragon Boat International Club Crew Challenge last summer

What made their victory even sweeter was the fact that they did it in front of their fellow Boholanos. Placing in the Top Four effectively silenced the critics and skeptics alike

Right now our Boholano dragon paddlers need more than just our moral support and Divine Intervention. Any assistance that can help defray some of their expenses for their training and competition are most welcome

RACE MARSHAL: Rey Tirol
 

SUPPORT BOHOL PADDLERS' ASS'N INC

Let us support our very own Boholano paddlers for after all, publicity they will generate will all be in the name of Bohol. Ultimately, Bohol's tourism industry and its allied industries would directly benefit from it

Mabuhi ang Bol-anon!