By TRAVIS SNELL
MISSION – For the second consecutive year, the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) is helping sponsor the Tri-City Water Follies being held July 25-27 in Kennewick and Pasco, Washington, along the Columbia River.
The Water Follies is a weekend of hydroplane boat racing in pursuit of the Apollo American Power Boat Association (APBA) Gold Cup and a stop for the H1 Unlimited hydroplane race schedule, showcasing multiple classes of boats. It also features the Spokane Teachers Credit Union Over-the-River Air Show and other exhibitions.
The CTUIR is again putting up $17,500 as purse money for the Apollo APBA Gold Cup, which will be determined Sunday evening. First place will receive $10,000. Second place will earn $5,000, and third place will get $2,500.
“We at the CTUIR are excited to once again co-sponsor this year’s Tri-City Water Follies as the Tri-Cities area is part of our traditional use and aboriginal title lands,” CTUIR Chairman Gary I. Burke said. “It’s an honor to be a part of such a fun event and to be able to provide the prize money for the Apollo APBA Gold Cup. We wish all the racers and spectators a safe weekend.”
Showcasing various activities, the Water Follies annually draw crowds of approximately 50,000 to Kennewick’s Gold Park and 15,000 to the Pasco shore during its three days. The Tri-Cities area is a metropolitan area consisting of Benton and Franklin counties in Washington state, anchored by the cities of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland. For more information, visit https://waterfollies.com.
