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Oskarshamn Rowing Club was founded in 1935 and was very active until the 1970s. Facilities and equipment from that time remain, but the operations dwindled. In 2022, there were plans to close the club, but there was a group that recognized the club's environmental, cultural, and athletic values. The association was restarted, and they began planning how the operations could be revitalized and attract a younger generation.

The association will modernize and develop the operations within the project by starting youth activities and broadening the range of club activities. The association's clubhouse is located on an island, which is leased by Oskarshamn Municipality and is accessible to the public, reached via a 50 m long bridge. For the club to start youth activities and broaden the number of activities, the clubhouse needs to be renovated and energy-efficient. Equipment for new training forms in rowing and SUP paddling needs to be purchased.   

Project goals

The overall goal of the project is a modern rowing club with fresh facilities and equipment that attracts and activates rowers of all ages. The project aims to increase the number of active rowers and secure the club's survival through more young participants.

The project's quantitative goals:
A new youth activity
A new activity with SUP paddling
Renovated and adapted facilities with a new changing room, kitchenette, doors, and lighting
A new single coastal rowing boat, OS-class from 2028.
New oars for a four-person wooden boat, for double trimmer and for single trimmer.
Four SUP boards and eleven boats.
More members and participants

The project's qualitative goals:
Broadened range of club activities year-round
More attractive operations and facilities
Expanded and modernized equipment
A stronger association with more members
A stronger social community in the club
More recreational activities for residents and visitors