Boat club opens the spring season

The first eight of the spring went out from North Dock on a calm Thursday morning.

The boat club launched its opening practice of the season while the water was still cold. North Dock houses four shells and two launches. The rest of the fleet is stored on racks in the boathouse.

Coach Irene Palladino said the April goal is a settled lineup and a crew that can row the length of the terrace in good order. Racing follows. The club practices at dawn, when the river is quiet and the light is clear.