A Rich Rowing History
In 1874, a group of men in Moline formed a rowing club, naming it the "Sylvan Boat Club." Then, in 1884, as a result of their success in Midwest regattas of the time, a group of investors formed "The Moline Regatta Association" for the purpose of holding annual regattas. Investors included S.H. Velie, C.H. Deere, and John Deere. Their regattas attracted over 5000 spectators and crews from all over the Midwest.
Today, the spirit of this sport continues to live in the Quad Cities through the Quad City Rowing Association (QCRA). In fact, members currently launch at the foot of 17th Street in Moline, which is near the location of the original "Sylvan Boat Club" boathouse.
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