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23 Roberts Lake has a long history of RC Boating but before that it was once a tidal estuary. Over time development and fill for the coast highway cut off the ocean influence. Still the lake is visited by waterfowl year-round. The freshwater lake is named for Dr. John Roberts, one of the founders of Seaside. Roberts Lake is no stranger to the National Championships. It was was first held in 1979 and again in APBA in 1992. Many great racers have come from the Roberts lake including past Multi-National Champions Mr. Bill Webster, Bob Paravicin- ni, Marsha Stearns and the en- tire Power Family of Howard, Beverly and START young daughter, Jennifer Power. along with Kathie Power who frequented early Kids R’Boaters Championship races. Roberts lake is looking to spawn a generation of champions this year however so the best is yet to come. 1979 National Award Won by Steve Slusher Photo By Eric Bourlet