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Canoochee Paddle Race
Saturday, April 22, 2023 | Evans County, Georgia
Ogeechee Riverkeeper will host the Canoochee Paddle Race on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in Evans County, Georgia. The racers will begin at 9 a.m., with fun paddlers to follow.
All paddlers must register, regardless of racing status.
The race will take place along approximately seven miles of the Canoochee River, from Brewton Bridge to Rocks River Bridge Landing.
Rocks River Bridge Landing will also serve as the headquarters for the winners circle, awards presentation, food vendors, and entertainment. Everyone is welcome to come cheer for the racers and enjoy a day out by the river.
Rocks River Bridge Landing: GPS 32.184196, -81.889276
Paddlers of kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and canoes are welcome to compete. Entrants will receive a vessel identifier, map and official race t-shirt. Entry is $50 per vessel, with a discount for students.
ORK does not provide vessels or equipment. Personal flotation devices are required for each participant to wear during the race. Entry is limited to 100 participants and pre-registration is required. Registrants will receive packet pick-up information via email.
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Rocks River Bridge Landing
9:00 AM EDT - 2:00 PM EDT
Start Line:
Brewton Bridge Landing on HWY 169: 32.202245, -81.953692
Finish Line:
Rocks River Landing on HWY 301: 32.184196, -81.889276
The deadline to register is Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at noon.
FAQs:
- Do I have to pay if I'm a "fun" paddler and not racing?
Yes. The fee pays for one official race shirt, safety personnel, and other costs associated with putting on the event. A limited number of additional shirts will be available for purchase at the event as well. Full-price registrations also include one-year of a household membership with ORK!
- How will I get back to my car after the race?
If you don't have a friend to move your car to the finish line, there will be shuttles for the paddlers.
- What do the winners get?
In addition to the fastest singles, tandems, and canoes, there will be awards for best dressed paddler, most creative boat, best paddling duo, and the last place finisher.
About Ogeechee Riverkeeper: Ogeechee Riverkeeper 501(c)(3) works to protect, preserve, and improve the water quality of the Ogeechee River basin, which includes all of the streams flowing out to Ossabaw Sound and St. Catherine’s Sound. The Canoochee River is about 108 miles long and the Ogeechee River itself is approximately 245 miles long. The Ogeechee River system drains more than 5,500 square miles across 21 counties in Georgia. More at ogeecheeriverkeeper.org.
Registration is $50 per vessel
Saturday, April 22, 2023
9:00 AM EDT - 2:00 PM EDT
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