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Saturday, July 27, 2019
RIVERHEAD, 9:15AM Rain or Shine
(Severe Weather date: July 28, 2019)
Our Race begins on the beautiful Peconic River in Riverhead NY! This is an excellent location for our two race courses designed for all skill levels. The not-for profit organization The Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research and Preservation is hosting this fun filled day of races to help them raise money to save the Sea Turtles.
AMENITIES
Entry fee includes T-shirt & Refreshments
AWARDS
Medals will be given out to first place winners in each age category for each respective class and race distance.
CHECK IN
7:00-8:30 (Tables at town docks, end of McDermott St. along riverside parking lot)
Check in to get your race bib and number, race info. etc.
Unloading - Arrive early to drop off your watercraft and park your vehicle at Riverhead town docks and parking area. We will be set up in the parking lot with ample space, along the riverside.
Riverhead Pre-Race - Estimated race start times will be given at check-in, depending on number of registered paddlers in each respective class, will depend on when and which race we start and end with.
Announcements will be made for pre-race starts and a meeting to review rules, safety, race details, etc. You will load your watercraft at the town docks floating dock and paddle to starting line to begin your race.
Races will begin approximately 9:15am
DISTANCES
2.5 Mile Race (Click here for race course) - Recreational
(Race categories: Recreational kayak, Stand up paddle boards)
Each category will go off separately.
This race is for fun and designed for the novice and less experienced paddler, but it’s still a race so bring your competitive spirit.
This distance is one lap around Colonel’s island and back to the start/finish line.
NEW for this year is our Casual Paddle! This is not a race it’s just a great way for family and friends to get together and paddle casually on the beautiful Peconic River!
Rentals for canoes and kayaks will be available for ($40.00 fee)
5 Mile Race (Click here for race course) - Competitive
{Race Categories: Recreational kayak, Sea kayak, Unlimited kayaks, Stand up paddle boards}
Each category will go off separately.
This race is designed for the serious competitive paddler.
This distance is two laps around the entire course, Colonels Island and back to the start/finish line two times.
FEES
Singles/Any Category $50 Through June 1st
Doubles/Any Category $95 Through June 1st
Singles/Any Category $60 June 2 - July 15
Doubles/Any Category $115 June 2 - July 15
Singles/Any Category $75 July 16 - Race Day
Doubles/Any Category $145 July 16 - Race Day
QUESTIONS
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In the event of severe weather look to the website & Facebook for confirmation of cancellation.
Alternate date of Sunday 7/28
RESULTS & PHOTOS
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