Club Deportivo in Kino Bay is a non-profit organization that provides many community services. Last night we attended their an annual benefit event for Kino Bay’s secondary school. We were served a tasty dinner cooked by the mothers and teachers consisting of seasoned shredded beef, frijoles, salad and fresh flour tortillas, plus a dessert pastry.









Entertainment was provided by school children of various ages from both Kino Bay and Hermosillo. Their lively native dances and colorful costumes were a big hit with the audience and their smiles showed they were enjoying performing for us. We were told the children are responsible for providing and/or making their own costumes which were quite creative.

The native "deer dance" was the finale, for which the students provided their own live music. The students did a great job on this, although we aren’t quite sure of the interpretation. It seemed to us that the deer was successful in fighting off the wolves or coyote only to be killed by the hunter’s arrow. What a sad ending.

An auction and raffle were held during the evening with all proceeds going to the school. Club Deportivo also provides search and rescue services for boaters and travelers, emergency medical assistance, social and sporting activities for its members such as fishing tournaments, and an array of services for travelers and non-residents.