NCC's Pickin' and Paddlin' Outdoor Festival

a benefit for the Neighborhood Christian Centers of Jackson.

Saturday, April 15, 2006

The Neighborhood Christian Center provides after school tutoring to over 150 children in the inner city as well as summer enrichment programs to nearly 200 students every summer. Every Christmas season, NCC distributes over 500 food boxes to needy families in the Metro.
Check out NCC's website at: www.nccjackson.com




Max Henry entered the 1K race and got 1st place within his age category, way to go max!

Jam Sessions

Jack Magee of the Delta Mountain Boys

Johnny Rawls, Clawhammer Banjo of Hired Man's Horse
Valley Magee

Edwin McAllister or "Uncle Mac" of the Jackson Jug Revival
the kayakers finally get there turn to show their stuff
Aaron Phillips and Bonnie Shetler are proud of their 3rd place status.










a safety talk was given before each race


Eager participants sign up for the Canoe Race
Andy Hilton coordinates the Canoe Race

Canoes provided by: Seminary Canoe Rental
random pickin' sessions happening throughout the day

a focused paddler.














Kids Activities were provided by: Parents and Kids Magazine




The Broken String Band







the Vernon Brothers






the Delta Mountain Boys

Monday, April 03, 2006

5K and 1K Race



Daniel Johnson crosses the Finish line.



Volunteers: Bonnie Shetler and Aaron Phillips keep time of 5K finishers.



Kevin Curly and Christie Barber running the 5K Race

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Emily Hardin, (NCC staff member) wins 1st place in Race 2 of the day.

Hired Man's Horse


Trophies made by local artist Andy Hilton were given out to 1st place canoe racers and 1st place overall male and female 5 K Racers.
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