Bay Area Whaleboat Rowing Association

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The Bay Area Whaleboat Rowing Association (BAWRA) is made up of men's, women's, mixed, and master's teams based in Oakland, San Francisco, and Vallejo. The teams compete in different locations around the bay during racing seasons in the spring and fall.

BAWRA has five Core Values promoting the bringing together of people of all walks of life to enjoy the Bay Area in a unique way from the water. Our community includes rowers with their families and friends, as well as officials and volunteers. Our activities include practices and training, races, the development of rules and procedures, and celebrations.