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Mardi Gras Float Work Session #5

  • 01/31/2026
  • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • 200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.


Help build this year’s Mardi Gras float!


Our float this year is a Viking longboat.


You don't need to sign up, just show up.


Work Session #5, weather permitting.


The work plan details:

  • Group #1
    • Continue construction of the aft section of the boat.
    • Begin building the center brace for the mast.
    • Plan for adding angled oar holes on the coroplast side panels. 
  • Group #2
    • Wrap rope to secure paddles to oars.
    • Paint white tips on wave sections.
    • Snap chalk lines on boat sides to paint "board" details.

What to bring:

  • Unwanted cans of spray paint (dark colors).
  • Power tools, jigsaws and circular saws. 
  • Sturdy scissors and pencils.
  • Brushes and gloves for painting.
  • Saw horses and ladders.
  • Don't forget drinks, snacks, sunscreen, work gloves, and a desire to have fun with other DBC members. 

    Details:

    • Date & Time: Saturday, Jan. 31, 10:00am – 1:00pm. 
    • Address: Terry and Liza Hopkins' driveway at 200 Cevera Drive in Dunedin.
    • Attendees: DBC members and prospective members.
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