Paddler Tips & Information

Keep these requirements, tips and recommendations in mind for event day.  Thank you!

Paddler Participation Requirements:

  • Check In / Event Day Registration starts at 8 AM
  • ID Required
  • Approved life jackets are required
  • All Participants must sign a waiver form
  • Adults are considered 18+ Years Old and Up
  • Minors are 17 and under; must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
  • No alcohol in your kayak, canoe, skiff or paddle board is permitted

Online Pre-Registration ENDS Friday, August 2nd!

  • Don't miss this opportunity to save $5 + Get a FREE T-Shirt

 Recommendations:

  • If you've never paddled before, learn some kayaking basics here!
  • Bring an extra set of dry clothes, towel, dry shoes, extra sweat shirt or jacket (just in case you get wet) to use for after the paddle
  • Avoid wearing cotton while paddling - it retains moisture and dries slowly
  • Hat, visor, sunglasses and sunscreen if the sky is clear is a good idea
  • Sturdy water shoes are recommended
  • Insect repellent, inhalers and bee sting kits couldn't hurt.
  • Bring an extra snack for the float and an additional beverage if you prefer.
  • Please take your containers off the water-craft with you and do not litter along the river way

Check in Early on Event Day!

  • Check In for all Pre-Registered Paddlers Starts at 8 AM
  • Event Day Registration for all NEW paddlers OPENS at 8 AM!
  • The Paddle Starts Promptly at 9 AM
  • To streamline the check-in process, this year we have TWO Check In Lines:
    ONE LINE—for Pre-Registered Paddlers (We know who you are if you signed-up online---there's a lot of you! :) ONE LINE—for Event-Day Registrations
  • ALL PADDLERS MUST PRESENT their ID and have a life vest to participate.
  • ALL Paddlers must sign a waiver form - if you have pre-registered online, you have already done so.
  • The FIRST 225 PEOPLE who check in on event day (regardless of pre-registration) receive a FREE DRAW STRING BAG filled with goodies from local business sponsors! 
  • The Paddle Starts Promptly at 9 AM
  • ALL PADDLERS MUST WAIT FOR THE HORN TO BLOW BEFORE VENTURING TO THE FIRST POKER RUN STOP - We have ONE lead Kayak who will start the ROUTE.
ALL PADDLERS MUST APPROVE WAIVER FORM TO PARTICIPATE.  ONLINE REGISTRATION INCLUDES THIS FORM ALREADY.
Adult + Youth Waiver Form 2019
File Size: 255 kb
File Type: pdf
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