This allows multitasking by video operators so they can be more efficient instead of just sitting in front of a screen.

As a parish priest you're formed much by the people you serve and live with.

I'm amazed at how many out of area people are registering. We have people from Montana, Utah, the Bay area, southern California, the valley, it should be really fun.

High waters will sometimes take the fun things, that can happen with low waters, out of the race. Last year's event was a disaster, as far as weather goes.

It would take a hurricane to stop the event.

It is important to go into this process with a completely open mind.