A high-speed water race competition in time for the celebration of the 75th Araw ng Dabaw, awaits Davaoeños and its visitors at the waters of Davao gulf, Sta. Ana Wharf on March 18.
The event dubbed as “Bangkathon sa Davao Gulf 2012”, is water –bustle adventure aimed at gathering Banca riders using fast-charged 16.5 and 7 Horsepower Mitsubishi engines. The contest draws active participation from fisherfolk coming from Davao City, Davao del Sur, Davao del Norte, Davao Oriental and as far as General Santos City, Surigao, Sarangani, among others.
Organized by One Radio 102.7 NewsFM, Ang Radyo ni Juan, the newest FM station in town, together with SEACom Inc., (exclusive distributor of Mitsubishi engines) and the City Government of Davao, Bangkathon sa Davao Gulf 2012 is more than just a water-sports event; it also hopes to raise the awareness of the people in preserving the coastal and marine resources as well as protecting the welfare of the fisherfolks in the region.
