BHRA Mission Statement

The missions of the Burnt Hills Rowing Association are as follows:

1. To stimulate and foster interest in the sport of rowing.
2. To publicize the manifold advantages of rowing as a means of health and physical development.
3. To uphold the principles and standards of amateur rule.
4. To promote interest through competition.
5. To use every reasonable endeavor for the advancement of amateur rowing.

Safety on and off the water is stressed. All participants must know how to swim. All shells are accompanied by a coach in a motor launch containing sufficient life jackets for everyone.

BHRA, Inc. is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization that provides year round rowing opportunities to this area. BHRA is a member of the United States Rowing Association and maintains liability and excess medical insurance. The association is overseen by elected officers and a board of directors.