Exuma festivities kick off with Water Supplier’s support

Exuma festivities kick off with Water Supplier’s support
Under the theme ‘Back Like We Never Left’, entertainers, cooks, boaters, among others gathered in picturesque Exuma for three days for a showcase of talent and camaraderie with support from Consolidated Water (Bahamas) Ltd (CWCO).

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Islands across The Bahamas are, once again, inviting Bahamians and tourists to enjoy their annual display of music, food, and overall local culture this summer. After a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Barraterre Development Association (BDA) emphasized that the long-awaited regatta and homecoming festivals cater to the body, mind, and soul.  

Under the theme ‘Back Like We Never Left’, entertainers, cooks, and boaters, among others gathered in picturesque Exuma for three days for a showcase of talent and camaraderie with support from Consolidated Water (Bahamas) Ltd (CWCO).

“For over 10 years, CWCO has been one of the association’s longest-standing supporters. Even when the homecoming festival was postponed during the pandemic, CWCO continued their assistance as we gave back to the Barraterre community in other ways” said BDA President Annie Llyod. 

With safety at the forefront of the BDA’s plans, last year, CWCO’s donation went from covering costs for various performers and sailors at the homecoming festival to directly feeding the approximately 200-member Barraterre community. Each household received grocery vouchers and certificates to two of the island’s major food stores.

During this year’s 37th annual regatta and homecoming festival, Class ‘C’ sloops and skippers from throughout The Bahamas competed for cash prizes and trophies. Onshore activities ranged from hoopla and quadrille dancing to the plaiting of the maypole.

Consolidated Water Ltd (Bahamas) General Manager Henderson Cash highlighted that the BDA pressed onward and had a successful festival despite having little preparation time.

“As the Barraterre community continues to embrace Bahamian culture, CWCO is proud to contribute to an even bigger and better homecoming event each year. The work that the BDA puts in goes above and beyond the call of duty and we admire their great efforts,” Mr. Cash said. 

Aligned with Independence Day, church services, Pride Day flag-raising ceremonies, Family Fun Days, and other celebratory activities will continue to take place across Exuma this week from July 8 to July 10.