Completed Events

Paddling Delaware and the eastern shore of Maryland and Virginia

Just so that you know what you missed.  Also 2008 2007,  2006, 2005, 2004 and 2003

2007 Done events

MARCH 23, 24 & 25     PADDLESPORT 2006

The biggest Kayak, Canoe and Outdoor Show on the East Coast will once again be presented by The Jersey Paddler of Brick, New Jersey Exhibits will include manufacturers of kayaks, canoes, accessories, sportswear, paddling clubs professional instruction and expeditions. Lectures and video/slide shows of exotic trips and expeditions, plus paddling techniques.

Saturday April 14   4th Annual Kumu'ohu Challenge
The members of the Washington Canoe Club are pleased to invite you to the 4th Annual Kumu'ohu Challenge on the Potomac River. This is the season opening race of the East Coast Outrigger Racing Association sanctioned OC1/OC2 Points Series. Additional classes will include Surfski and Sea Kayak. Come celebrate the spring thaw with a great day of paddling and camaraderie in the Nation's Capital.

April 20-22, 2007  East Coast Canoe & Kayak Festival

Immerse yourself in a full weekend of the history, technique, hands-on experience and FUN of canoeing and kayaking. The 16th annual festival will include lectures, on-water classes and demonstrations directed to the novice as well as the experienced paddler.

May Friday 11and Saturday 12, 2007      OkoumeFest is back again for 2007!

OkoumeFest is back again for 2007! This annual rendezvous brings together Chesapeake Light Craft builders and their Okoume plywood boats. OkoumeFest is open to ALL small boats, however, whether they are wooden CLC designs, plastic, or whatever material. This is a family-friendly event centered on the joys of building and using small boats.  Sweet Pea and her friend joined Daddy last year for a very special weekend of camping and boats, OkoumeFest  06

May 12, 2007    1st Annual West & Rhode River Kayak Race & Fun Paddle

Two paddling events have been planned to include paddlers of all levels. The 4 mile Kayak Race will start at Discovery Village and finish at Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (S.E.R.C.). The 2 mile “Fun Paddle” will start at Camp Letts and finish at S.E.R.C.

The Kayak Race & Fun Paddle will be held in conjunction with the West/Rhode Riverkeeper Annual Wade-In at the S.E.R.C. see below and entry fee entitles you to entry to the OkoumeFest 2007 see above!

May 12, 2007 9:00 AM     Smithsonian Environmental Research Center Annual Open House

 Join us for SERC's new and improved Open House. This year not only can you do your favorite activities, like meeting the researchers, taking a boat ride or a hay-ride, and climbing the large forest tower, you'll also learn about the history of SERC and its surrounding lands. We'll have exciting presenters from South County along with our researchers. Kids can participate in a time line scavenger hunt, make crafts, and more! We'll be featuring our second Wade-In by our local River Keeper, Bob Gallagher and a kayak race to start off the Open House. Free parking and shuttle service will be provided at Central Middle School. You can find out more about this event at our website www.serc.si.edu or by calling (443) 482-2300.
 

May 13, 2007 The Delmarva Paddlesports Expo Sunday May 13th

Just in case you haven’t received the Survival Products mailing, they are having their annual Delmarva Paddlesports Expo at Schumaker Park in Salisbury from 12-5 on Sunday May 13th.   Free kayak and canoe demos.  It is a great way to try before you buy.  They of course are hoping to sell you one of their boats but that’s for you to decide.  www.survivalproducts.com

May 18th - 20th   Fish Hawk Paddling Festival

Held near and around the fishing pier at Cape Henlopen State Park.  The first of its kind in the Mid-Atlantic region, the Fish Hawk Paddling Festival will showcase Delaware's abundant paddling resources during this weekend-long event. Stop by the ACA table and introduce yourself.  I'm the middle aged grey beard behind the table.
 

May 19th     Begins The Delaware State Parks Adventure Race Series!

This is the third season of the Adventure Race Series.  This year, they will have five races at five different parks.  Each race is designed with the average athlete in mind. Prizes will be awarded for multiple categories and each participant receives a race T-shirt!  This is part of the Fish Hawk Paddling Festival.

May 26 – CPA Race Series # 1. Georgetown  from JACK'S BOATHOUSE - WASHINGTON , DC  3 mile race and a 6 mile race.

June 2, 2007, Saturday        Potomac River Swim for the Environment
The Saturday, June 2, 2007 Potomac River Swim for the environment needs support kayakers to ensure the success of the swim and safety of the swimmers.  The website also has many good resources for kayak swim support.

June 10, 2006, Sunday    Great Chesapeake Bay Swim & 1 Mile Chesapeake Challenge
CPA usually provides the swim support and needs volunteers, Contact

June 17th Sunday     Metedeconk River Run

The Metedeconk River Run is happening June 17th in Brick NJ. A 6 mile flat water race, with Surf ski, OC1, sea kayak touring classes.  Great location, party and prizes from Kelty, Princeton Tec, Watershed, Adventure Medical and more. Plus a great BBQ afterwards.  $40 entry fee and for more details go to www.nymayorscup.com. This race is part of the Tune Up kayak training series where people have fun and get ready for the Mayor's Cup New York City Kayak Championships.

June 30 – CPA Race Series # 2. West River Center. 5 and 10 miles. West River Center (WRC) in West River, Maryland.  The address is 5100 Chalk Point Road West River, MD 20778.  5 and 10 mile races.  The five mile race will run 2.5 miles from the WRC to the Rhode River, staying west of the channel, then back.  Those doing the 10 mile race, will repeat the course allowing spectators the best available view.  The water is generally calm and protected.  When rounding the turn toward the bay, depending on wind direction, it can be choppy.

July 14 – CPA Race Series #3.

Join CPA  for the final of three races in CPA’s 2007 race series on the beautiful Wicomico River. With 6 and 12 mile course options there is a race for everyone. Both races start from Wicomico Shores Park and head upstream, circle a buoy and then return to the start.

June 14th First Annual "Paddlin' for the Bays" to Benefit Bay Habitat

First annual "Paddlin' for the Bays" on Saturday, July 14 at the Bayfront at Rehoboth community beach on Angola Neck. Proceeds from the event will be used by the Center to help fund habitat restoration projects throughout the Inland Bays watershed. Click the link above for more information.

July 14 – Nanticoke RiverFest Canoe and Kayak Challenge

The 22 races take place on the headwaters of the Nanticoke River in Seaford, Delaware as part of the 10th annual Nanticoke Riverfest. The course distance (which remains the same as in the past) is 7.5 miles (out and back) starting and ending near the location of most of the activities of the Riverfest, including the popular Nanticoke Float-In.

Competitors can enjoy food, music, crafts and fun following the race. Registration opens at noon and races begin at 1 p.m. Registration is on Water Street in Seaford

August 4th             The 8th annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak Race                     

 The 8th Annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak race will be held August 4th.  A little earlier this year than previous years to help celebrate Milton's Bicentennial   Registration  at Oyster Rocks Road. North of Lewes Delaware and ends 10 miles later in Milton .  Pre register or sign up the day of the event.  Contact Karen at  mdc@snip.net  302-684-3400.  Previous years results  2001,  2002,  2003,  2004, 2005 2006 sorry I have no data for 2000.  Last year we found the newly opened Irish Eyes to be strategically located near the finish line.  $1.00 PBR's!

August 18th     THE 10TH ANNUAL CHOPTANK “RIVAH”RUN
Departing from Martinak State Park off Deep Shore Road in Denton

A fun, two-mile paddling event for children and adults of all ages (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). Any type of paddle craft is eligible for the “poker run.”

September 2nd  2nd Annual Deal Island Festival KAYAK Race

From the Race Organizer, more details to follow: There will be two races.  The first will  be for advanced paddlers around the Island through the back gut then along the shore line into the harbor than a lap around the course (basically what we did last year) the distances will be about 5-6 miles, since the gut is tidal I went up there several weeks ago and the water moves pretty good.  The other race will be for the amateurs around the course basically that we ran last year.

The races will be held on Sunday so we wont have all of the boats to dodge.  They will be at the same time as a period a car show, which was well attended last year for people to hang out for.

The starting point with registrations will be at Windsor Marina.  The prize monies of $50, $35, and $25.  For details, contact Bill Lichfuss of the Deal Island Lion's Club,240-461-7787   http://www.dealislandmaryland.com/classifieds.php 

September 8th, Salisbury Riverfest Kayak Attack and Ramblin Raft Race

Salisbury results

Take part in the fun by signing up for the "Ramblin Raft Race" where you can build your own watercraft and race it down the river, or the "Kayak Attack" where you'll paddle your way to victory in a canoe or kayak. Or, simply pull up a blanket and relax as you listen to live music and watch as races and other events unfold.

Click here for the Flyers and registration information.  See www.WicomicoFestivals.org  for additional information.

Saturday, September 8^th    Mispillion Riverwalk Freedom Festival 4^th Annual Poker Paddle

Registration 9-9:45 am at the public boat ramp behind the Milford Police Station.

This year there will be two categories:  Recreational 2 mile round trip and a competitive 4 mile.  Both include 5 stops where each participant picks up a playing card.  The best poker hand wins. 

Saturday  Sept 15th, 2007     Wye Island Regatta    

The largest gathering of human powered boats on the eastern shore, and maybe further.  Join the competition that ranges from recreational kayaks to 8 man or woman crew.   Registration closes Sept 12th. 

The 12.5 mile race starts at Wye Landing on the Wye East River, 18 miles southeast of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge on Maryland's Eastern Shore and continues around Wye Island. The course is over sheltered estuaries with minimum boat traffic and great scenery.

Saturday  Sept 15th, 2007    GOVERNOR PRINTZ CANOE & KAYAK CHALLENGE.
Click on the following for a brochure on this race: http://www.dcva.org/2007%20Canoe%20Ramble.pdf (an aerial photograph of the race course is on the last page).
 

Date Changed to September 30th     Pedal and Paddle for Cancer

Join Coastal Kayaks for their 7th Annual Kayak for Cancer. This year they will be hosting a brand new event: Paddle, Pedal, and Party for a Cure! No entry fees just donations. They will provide the kayaks for anyone that needs them. The event will be a bike ride from Coastal Kayak's place in Fenwick over to the Assawoman Wildlife Refuge (Sassafras Landing) and a paddle back to Coastal Kayaks . They will shuttle the kayaks over to the WLR and have someone watch the bikes until the participants can drive over and get them. People can sign up as individuals or as teams – one rides & one paddles.

Contact Coastal Kayaks at 539-(302) 539-7999 or Toll Free  (877) 44 KAYAK (5-2925)  info@coastalkayak.com

October 5, 6, and 7  The 19th Annual Delmarva Paddlers Retreat

Registration for the 19th Annual Delmarva Paddlers Retreat is now open! They will be offering an "extended" Delmarva option (early arrival) as well.  www.delmarvapaddlersretreat.org    See The Retreat  for a report from a previous year's event.  Registrations are usually full by the first week of September.

It was in 1988 that Charlie and Cindy Cole started an annual gathering of paddlers on the western shore of Rehoboth Bay in Lewes, DE, to exchange paddling skills and knowledge – today that has become an annual gathering at which Greenland-style sea-kayakers gather to celebrate the origins of kayaking and hone traditional kayaking techniques and skills

A Qajaq USA event , the Delmarva Paddlers Retreat  is held at Camp Arrowhead across the Rehoboth Bay from Dewey Beach, Delaware.  The Retreat has evolved into a gathering of traditional skills enthusiasts.  All instruction will be geared towards Greenland techniques, so a Greenland paddle is preferred.  Accommodations are cabins (bunks) or tenting under the pines near the bay shoreline.  Enjoy learning to kayak the Greenland way.  Mentoring from some of the best in the nation.  Skills learned can be transferred back to the Euro blade, but why once you’ve paddled the stick you won’t want to go back. 

This event has no relationship to the Delmarva Paddlers  message board, but many of us were/are there.

October ??,  The Capital Waterways Challenge CANCELLED

A local race put on by the Washington Canoe Club.  The race starts in Bladensburg, MD and goes down the Anacostia to Haines Point, then up the Potomac to Georgetown.  At Thompson’s Boat Center the race divides - those that want a shorter distance head straight to the Washington Canoe Club, the rest up Rock Creek and portage into the C&O canal.  After a run up the canal, they portage back into the river, around T. Roosevelt Island and back to WCC. See race reports from last year The Mitchell Madruga Memorial

October 14th– Mayors Cup, New York City

The Mayor's Cup New York City Kayak Championship is an elite kayaking race around Manhattan Island.  This 26.7 mile marathon race will be North America's premier paddle sports event and soon to be New York City's largest water event. (actually I think last year's circumnavigation was bigger) The Mayor's Cup will draw some of the world's and the regions most accomplished paddlers while raising money and awareness for the region's most vigilant environmental group Riverkeeper.  This event has elite classes as well as enthusiast classes and all talented paddlers are welcome to participate. 

2006 done events. 

January 1, 2006     10th Anniversary Leo Brady Exercise Like the Eskimos
Start off the new year with a plunge in the Atlantic! Bring along your brave friends, form a team and compete for the Iceberg Trophy. Before the splash check out the Hometown Pet Show. Click here for more information.  Last year a whole host of kayakers were present to start the event.  Photos

February 21-26 2006    10th ANNUAL 2006 FLORIDA GULF COAST
INTERNATIONAL SEA KAYAK SYMPOSIUM 
Located in West Central Florida (Tampa Bay Area), this symposium brings paddlers from all over the world to enjoy the clear, warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Courses are for those who are just getting started to the experienced paddler. Waterside campsites, slide shows, 4:1 ratio for on water classes

March 19th         GREENLAND PADDLE CARVING WORKSHOP

Been wanting to make your own Greenland paddle? Did you sign up for the Greenland paddling class at SK102 hoping to borrow one? Do you have a half-finished paddle that has lingered for months waiting for attention, or just needs a few tweaks? Come join us for a workshop in March!

 MARCH 24, 25 & 26     PADDLESPORT 2006

The biggest Kayak, Canoe and Outdoor Show on the East Coast will once again be presented by The Jersey Paddler of Brick, New Jersey Exhibits will include manufacturers of kayaks, canoes, accessories, sportswear, paddling clubs professional instruction and expeditions. Lectures and video/slide shows of exotic trips and expeditions, plus paddling techniques.

 April 21-23, 2006    East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival
This 16th annual event is a full weekend immersed in the history, technique, hands-on experience and FUN of canoeing and kayaking. The Festival will include lectures, on-water classes and demonstrations directed to the novice as well as the experienced paddler.

 MAY 7, 2006   The Delmarva Paddlesports Expo. 

This year we are moving to Leonard's Mill Pond at the Wicomico County Tourism Center on RT13 just north of Dagsboro Road.

From 12-5 all of the paddling industry's major players will be on hand with models for you to paddle and try out.  Come prepared to buy and take advantage of the best deals of the year. 

 May 6th,      The 6th Annual Chesapeake Bay PADDLEFEST

10:00 am to 3 PM   Get ready for this year's premier paddling event. The 6th Annual Chesapeake Bay PADDLEFEST offers everyone the chance to try out truckloads of new kayaks , including sea, touring, and general recreation kayaks. The festival goes off rain or shine. Gunpowder Falls State Park

 May 6, 2006        3rd Annual PADDLE FOR THE BORDER on Saturday,

 Paddle from Chesapeake, VA, to South Mills, NC, a 7.5 mile trip. The event is restricted to the first 200 boats and all boats must be pre-registered.

 MAY 13        CPA Race 2 Miles, Fun Race

CPA Sponsored 2 mile race from Jack's Boathouse on Potomac River, followed by a "Fun" race.

 June 3, 2006, Saturday        Potomac River Swim for the Environment
The Saturday, June 3, 2006 Potomac River Swim for the environment needs
support kayakers to ensure the success of the swim and safety of the swimmers.

 June 4, 2006,     Paddle To Pluto!!!
Join Coastal Kayak’s 6th annual “Kayak for Cancer” event. An out of this world kayaking event to raise money for Cancer Research.
 

June 9-11, 2006      OkoumeFest is back again for 2006!

OkoumeFest is back again for 2006! This annual rendezvous brings together Chesapeake Light Craft builders and their Okoume plywood boats. OkoumeFest is open to ALL small boats, however, whether they are wooden CLC designs, plastic, or whatever material. This is a family-friendly event centered on the joys of building and using small boats.

 June 11, 2006     Great Chesapeake Bay Swim Support

Great Chesapeake Bay Swim

 CPA needs qualified volunteers to help with the support.  There are two swims, one short close to shore the other of is across the bay between the bridge.  See the CPA's  for more info.

Please see the CPA calendar event for more information. and some good support info on the CPA Site
 

June 17th, 2006  Saturday,     The Third Annual Paddle for a Cure

Get ready for this year's most rewarding paddling event. The 2nd Annual Paddle for the Cure offers everyone (paddlers and non-paddlers alike) the chance to make a difference in the lives of many. The mission of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation (www.komenmd.org) is to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening and treatment. The funds you raise through the “Paddle” support the critical efforts of the Komen Foundation. Each stroke you paddle and every dollar you raise helps in the fight to prevent and cure breast cancer.

 JUNE 24 -        CPA Race 5 miles, Fun Race, Rec Kayak Race

5 Mile race at Jack's Boathouse (Pirates of Georgetown). Followed by a "fun" race and a Recreational Kayak Race Many classes.

July 15th     CPA Races 5+10 Miles, Fun Race

CPA Sponsored 5 and 10 mile races from Jonas Green Park, Annapolis on the Severn River. Followed by a "Fun" race.

 August 26th             The 7th annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak Race                    Click here for the registration form

 The 7th Annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak race will be held August 26th.   registration is $20 for singles and $35 for doubles canoes and kayaks.  Registration  at Oyster Rocks Road. North of Lewes Delaware and ends 10 miles later in Milton .  Pre register or sign up the day of the event.  Contact Karen at  mdc@snip.net  302-684-3400.  Previous years results  2001,  2002,  2003,  2004, 2005  sorry I have no data for 2000.  

Come one, come all; Novice to advance; "Sit-in" & "on-top" kayak models welcome; Men & women divisions; Heats if necessary; Plenty of room for more entrants. Flotation device required; Prizes: $100 1st, $50 2nd, $25 third ($10 entry fee). For details, Call Jim Doran of the Deal Island Lion's Club @ 410-784-2615 or email him at: skypilot2@mindspring.com
 

September 9th  Saturday      3rd Annual Mispillion River Poker Paddle

WHAT: Milford Riverwalk Freedom Festival  3rd Annual Poker Paddle  (4 mile round trip paddle)
WHEN:  Saturday September 9, 2006
Registration at 8:00 Am
paddle starts at  9:00 Am
Awards at 12:00 Noon
WHAT: 4 mile - total distance - out and back paddle on the Mispillion River - All day festival with entertainment   and family activities
WHERE: Boat Ramp off RT 14/N.E.Front Street behind Milford Police Department and next to boat ramp
AWARDS: Best 3 hands in each boat category (single & tandems}
Cost: Single $15 pre registration, $20 on Site Reg,
Tandem $25 pre registration, $30 on site Reg
Tee shirts to 1st 50 paddlers registered
Cash prizes for best 3 poker hands in
each category (Single vs Tandem)
Door prizes will also be awarded
Who: Milford Parks and Recreation Dept 302-422-1104
Contact Jim Abel 302-422-5999 for additional info
MISC:
There will be food, displays, vendors, children's activities, and musical entertainment throughout the day.
 

September 10th     The Assawoman Canal Paddle

Like last year, the Sierra Club is organizing this 3-½ mile kayak paddle; however, any interested individual is welcome to participate.  The group will gather prior to the paddle at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, September 10, at the Bethany Beach Christian Church, 207 Pa. Ave., adjacent to the Chief Little Owl totem pole at the center of Bethany Beach (intersection of Rts. 1 & 26 - same as last year).
 
It is anticipated that approximately two hours will be required to traverse the canal.  To take advantage of tidal flow from north to south, the trip will begin at the north end of the canal (behind Rich McDaniel's house, 11 Taylor Dr.) and terminate at the Kent Avenue Bridge.

At the conclusion of the trip, participants are invited to attend a picnic at a convenient local site to be announced on the morning of the 10th.

Mitch at Coastal Kayak, Fenwick Island will again provide kayaks as a courtesy.  It is requested that you notify him (phone (302-539-7999) or e-mail (mitch@coastalkayak.com) a week before to reserve a kayak.  Mitch & his staff will assist in putting the kayak on/in your vehicle.

The event leader is Ron Zink 302-735-8996. ron_z_19904@yahoo.com

This likely will be the last opportunity to kayak the canal before
DNREC begins chopping down trees and dredging commences in September.
Thanks,
Steve Callanen  302-539-0635
 

September 14-19, 2006 – Sail Lewes 2006,

a festival of sailing ships in Lewes and Cape Henlopen.

 Saturday  Sept 16th, 2006         Wye Island Regatta     2005 Race Results

The largest gathering of human powered boats on the eastern shore, and maybe further.  Join the competition that ranges from recreational kayaks to 8 man or woman crew.  

Saturday  Sept 30th, 2006    34th Annual Toms River Canoe & Kayak Race

The Toms River Canoe & Kayak Race is held annually on the Toms River, from Riverwood Park to Palermo Supply Company. The race course is 8 miles, consisting of 85% slow-moving shallow freshwater with many turns. Water level seldom requires any portage. Winning times have ranged between one hour and twenty minutes to two hours and twenty minutes.

 October 6th through the 8th                  Delmarva Paddlers Retreat.

A Qajaq USA event , the Delmarva Paddlers Retreat  will be held on the Rehoboth Bay near Lewes, Delaware.  Three full days again for 2006.  The Retreat has evolved into a gathering of traditional skills enthusiasts.  All instruction will be geared towards Greenland techniques, so a Greenland paddle is preferred.  Accommodations are cabins (bunks) or tenting under the pines near the bay shoreline.  Enjoy learning to kayak the Greenland way.  Mentoring from some of the best in the nation.  Skills learned can be transferred back to the Euro blade, but why once you’ve paddled the stick you won’t want to go back. 

See The Retreat  for a report from a previous year's event.  Registrations are usually full by the first week of September.

This event has no relationship to the Delmarva Paddlers  message board, but many of us were/are there.

October 14th,  The Mitchell Madruga Memorial

The race starts in Bladensburg, MD and goes down the Anacostia to Haines Point, then up the Potomac to Georgetown.  At Thompson’s Boat Center the race divides - those that want a shorter distance head straight to the Washington Canoe Club, the rest up Rock Creek and portage into the C&O canal.  After a run up the canal, they portage back into the river, around T. Roosevelt Island and back to WCC.

October 14th, Smyrna 1st Annual Canoe Instruction and Race around Lake Como

Originally scheduled for September 2, 2006 , Lake Como, Smyrna, Delaware
Pre-registration required - Starts at 9:00AM
Canoe lessons begin at 10:00am SHARP
Canoe Races begin at 12:30pm.
In order to be in the race, you MUST take the lesson and sign a waiver. Gene Mullen will have canoes and life jackets free of charge.  Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Ernesto will set up his pizza stand to sell food.
1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes will be awarded to the winners of the race!
Regatta Registration is between 5:00 - 5:30pm. Regatta begins at 6:00pm.
Anything that floats with at least one person will be allowed in the regatta!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult, sign a waiver, and everyone must wear a life jacket.
There will be 3 prizes, funniest, most unusual and most patriotic.
Please come and join in the fun!
A Collaboration between Smyrna Parks & Recs and Smyrna Deserves Better!
 

Saturday, October 21, 2006      Schuylkill Banks Regatta

3 mile race course against the current, starting just below Bartram's Garden and ending just below the Fairmount Dam near Market Street. The finish line will be on the east side, in the newly developed Schuylkill River Park, a 5 minute walk from the Waterworks and Art Museum, 10 minutes from Boathouse Row.

November 19th      The 23rd annual  Delaware & Raritan Canal Canoe and Kayak Race  

2005 done events. 

Jan 1, 2005    Let's get started at the  "Annual Leo Brady Exercise like the Eskimos"

The Bethany-Fenwick area Chamber of Commerce in keeping with the theme of their annual New Year's Day swim have asked if some traditional paddlers can bring their boats for "show and tell".  We have also been given the privilege of starting the event if we launch that day, weather permitting.  Kayakers need to be dressed appropriately.  If you leave your boat on the beach and go for a swim, you're on your own.  contact delmarvakayak@comcast.net  for additional details and logistics.  Update Pictures are up.

Feb 25 - 27th     8th Annual Florida Gulf Coast International Sea Kayak Symposium.

This instructional symposium will give all of you an opportunity to meet, paddle and enjoy the company of an outstanding group of accomplished speakers, coaches and expedition leaders. If you are interested in the idea of paddling on the sea then this is the event to attend. Those who are just getting started and experts alike, will enjoy watching, learning, joining in, trying new equipment, being entertained, and most of all having fun with fellow paddlers. Everyone will have a chance to learn and share their skills and experiences in this unique forum, and all paddlers will gain new insights into this great sport! This Three day event will be comprised of lectures, and instructional sessions on the water, shoreline demonstrations, slide shows, breakfast, lunch and dinner. The week prior to the symposium, BCU courses will be offered.

Fri Mar 18 - Sun Mar 20 2005         Paddlesport 2005
Notes: The Northeast's Largest Canoe & Kayak Show
Website: For more info, visit www.jerseypaddler.com/sights99.html

April 10th         Greenland Paddling, Competition and Sharing 

Burlington Community Boathouse – Burlington, Vermont

April 15-17, 2005    East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival
This 15th annual event is a full weekend immersed in the history, technique, hands-on experience and FUN of canoeing and kayaking. The Festival will include lectures, on-water classes and demonstrations directed to the novice as well as the experienced paddler.

April 30, 2005         2nd Annual Kumu'ohu Challenge   

Washington Canoe Club, Washington DC

To celebrate the coming of spring and the start of the racing season,
we're excited to present the 2nd Annual Kumu'ohu 15K Challenge on April
30 at the Washington Canoe Club.

This is the perfect venue for kicking off the racing season with the
relatively calm waters of the Potomac River and hot showers in our
clubhouse at the finish line. Not to mention a post-race party with
great food and drink. Classes will include one- and two-man outrigger
canoe, surfski and sea kayak.

On-line registration and more information at
www.wcanoe.org/Racing/2005/Kumuohu/
 

May 13th-15th               OkoumeFest

Chesapeake Light Craft sponsors this event.  See their site of the up to date skinny on the event.

At heart, OkoumeFest is what small-boat enthusiasts call a Messabout. Anyone with a cartoppable boat is welcome (well, small trailer boats are fine, too) and there are dozens of CLC-built demo kayaks, canoes, sailboats and rowing boats to try.  OkoumeFest is held at YMCA Camp Letts on the Rhode River just south of Annapolis. Click here for more information about Camp Letts [nautical chart] and the surrounding area. Click here for Driving Directions. 

Sunday May 15th       DELMARVA PADDLE SPORTS EXPO.

The 2005 Delmarva Paddlesports Expo is going to be held once again at the Schumaker Park Beach in Salisbury on May 15^th from 12 to 5 pm.  On that  Sunday you'll want to be at Schumaker Pond for the annual DELMARVA PADDLE SPORTS EXPO. Survival Products will be host to all the major manufacturers in the paddling industry and have all the hot new boats available for you to test paddle. It's lots of fun for the whole family, and best of all it's FREE. Find out which kayak or canoe is right for you and take advantage of deep discounts. Contact us at 410-543-1244 for details.

May 20-22 - Festival of Greenland
This festival is for all ages and brings to life the unique place that is Greenland. The festival will feature craft demonstrations among these a kayak builder and a mask maker and tupilak sculptor. There will also be folktales, games and the famous Aavat Choir performs dressed in national costumes. The festival also includes a number of special exhibits, a film festival and a lecture series.  Fri. May 20, from 10:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m. - Sat. May 21 and Sun. May 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C.

http://www.denmarkemb.org/
See the Events calendar.

June 5th  Coastal Kayak’s 5^th Annual Kayak for Cancer

Sponsored by Coastal Kayaks, As usual Jenifer is being very smug about what is in store for the participants this year.  Each year Mitch and Jennifer host a way for all paddlers to help the American Cancer Society and have fun doing it. And eat well doing it.  Last year was a niffty little deal looking for clues across the waters of the Assawoman Bay, this year has something to do with poker.   I'm a 2 time cancer survivor of 13 and 15 years and I know I paddle others who also are survivors, and with several who continue the battle.  Hope to see and meet many of you at this worthwhile event. 

UPDATE 5/9/05

Please join us for Coastal Kayak's 5th Annual Kayak for Cancer Poker Paddle 2005

You gotta know when to hold 'em and know when to fold 'em on Sunday June 5th for Coastal Kayak's Poker Paddle 2005.
Join us at 3:00 (pre-registration at 2:45).  Bring your kayaks, paddles, PFDs and poker faces.
If you don't have a kayak but would still like to get in the game, we can let you use one of ours.  Prizes, drawings, and post-paddle refreshments will be provided.  Entry fee: $20
All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.
Call 302.539.7999 for more information or to register.

or e-mail at info@c-kayak.com

 

June 3-4         The 2005 Potomac River Swim        Kayakers - We Need Your Help!
The 2005 Potomac River Swim (7.5 miles) needs support kayakers to accompany individual swimmers on Saturday June 4, 2005. The swim is at Point Lookout State Park, Maryland near St. Mary's City.   Swim proceeds are donated to environmental organizations, including Sierra Club, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Potomac River Association, Interstate Commission for Potomac River Basin and Point Lookout State Park.

Kayakers accompany individual swimmers on their crossing and get:
- pre-swim supper/briefing on Friday, June 3.
- camping at Pt. Lookout State Park on Friday, June 3.
- post-swim picnic at Pt. Lookout State Park on Saturday, June 4.
- commemorative t-shirt

More info: http://www.crosslink.net/~cherylw/pr2005i.htm
Cheryl Wagner (202) 387-2361 cherylw@crosslink.net

some good support info on the CPA Site
 

June 12,2004         Chesapeake Bay Swim    swimmer support

http://www.bayswim.com/

 CPA needs qualified volunteers to help with the support.  There are two swims, one short close to shore the other of is across the bay between the bridge.  See the CPA's Great Chesapeake Bay Swim for more info.

CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support.   This year, there will be a new Swim Support Instructional Day at Truxton Park on May 22nd.  Please see the CPA calendar event for more information.

some good support info on the CPA Site
 

June 18th, 2005  Saturday,     The Second Annual Paddle for a Cure

Get ready for this year's most rewarding paddling event. The 2nd Annual Paddle for the Cure offers everyone (paddlers and non-paddlers alike) the chance to make a difference in the lives of many. The mission of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation (www.komenmd.org) is to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening and treatment. The funds you raise through the “Paddle” support the critical efforts of the Komen Foundation. Each stroke you paddle and every dollar you raise helps in the fight to prevent and cure breast cancer.

The day's events will include a Paddling Race for the more experienced, an Endurance Course for the casual paddler, Intro Clinics and a Short Course for the first-time paddler, a Corporate Challenge, Club Challenge, and a Parent-Child course for families.

July 8-9  Seaford Riverfest
The Nanticoke Riverfest is an event held annually in beautiful downtown Seaford. The event features fun for all members of the family including: the signature Float-in, duck dash, canoe & kayak races, live entertainment, a youth fishing tournament, pageant, car show, motorcycle show, food vendors, craft vendors and much more! Call 629-9173 for more information. 

August  20th         Eighth Annual Choptank River "Rivah Run"
 

THE 8TH ANNUAL CHOPTANK “RIVAH”RUN
Departing from Martinak State Park off Deep Shore Road in Denton

A fun, two-mile paddling event for children and adults of all ages (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). Any type of paddle craft is eligible for the “poker run.” Each paddler stops at a series of checkpoints staffed by the Coast Guard Auxiliary #34 and the Choptank River Yacht Club flotilla. They receive a playing card and at the finish, the best five-card poker hand wins the top prize, a Pelican Colorado canoe donated by Boaters World Marine Centers. Local businesses have also contributed over 20 other prizes for distribution to other winning poker hands.
Pre-registration cost is $9.00 per person and includes a t-shirt for the first 100 registrants compliments of Impressive Printing in Hillsboro. A limited supply of canoes is available for rent. Registration is recommended in advance. Registration fees the day of the event is $15.00 per person.
Sponsored by Boater’s World Marine Centers and produced by Caroline County Recreation and Parks and the Old Harford Town Maritime Center in West Denton.
www.carolinesummerfest.com.              Lots of cool stuff happening besides the "Rivah Run"       `                         

August 27th             The 6^th annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak Race     2005 Results

 The 6^th Annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak race will be held August 27^th.   Registration is $20 for singles and $35 for doubles canoes and kayaks.  They have added a women’s single category this year.  

Registration begins at 8:30 am and the race starts at 10:00 AM at Oyster Rocks Road. North of Lewes Delaware and ends 10 miles later in Milton .  Pre register or sign up the day of the event.  Contact Karen at  mdc@snip.net  302-684-3400.  Previous years results  2001,  2002,  2003, 2004  sorry I have no data for 2000.                     

September 10 Saturday      2nd Annual Mispillion River Poker Paddle

WHAT: Mispillion Poker Paddle and Milford Riverwalk  Freedom Festival
WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 2005
            Registration 10-1 pm
            Start 1 pm
            Awards 3:30
            Entertainment 10-8
WHAT: 4 mile - total distance - out and back paddle on the Mispillion River - All day festival with entertainment   and family activities
WHERE: RT 14/N.E.Front Street behind Milford Police Department and next to boat ramp
AWARDS: Best 3 hands in each boat category (single & tandems}

For Additional Info Contact
Milford Parks and Recreation 302-422-1104
Jim Abel                               302-422-5999

This is a nice casual paddle. Race will start at 1 pm awards for best poker hands at 3:30..
Food and entertainment all day. many activities for children and family. Additional details and entertainment schedule will be available in August
 

Sept 17th Saturday              Wye Island Regatta     2005 Race Results

http://www.annapolisrowingclub.com/wyeisland.htm

The largest gathering of human powered boats on the eastern shore, and maybe further.  Join the competition that ranges from recreational kayaks to 8 man or woman crew and dragon boats.  Delmarva Paddlers has had a smorgasbord tent in past years,  hope they do it again.           

Sept 17th Saturday    Soundkeeper's 6th Annual Lighthouse to Lighthouse Race 

2004 Events

Feb 28      SK 101, Introduction to Sea Kayaking

This is a CPA event, from their site.  A very worthwhile seminar put on by the Chesapeake Paddlers Association on the basics of sea kayaking. Topics include kayak and paddle design, how to choose boats and equipment, basics of safe paddling, dealing with cold water, how to find people to paddle with, where to paddle, and other topics of interest. There are boats and gear display, and knowledgeable people available to discuss different aspects of kayaking. Although this event is primarily for the newer paddler, everyone is invited to expand their paddling horizons. -- Please check the CPA site in February for complete information. If you have questions about this event, please refrain from contacting Joan until you have checked this site in February.

March 14 or 21 (or there a bouts)  Tides of March Paddle  14 miles

Weather Permitting, we’ll be leaving the Lewes Town Dock and paddling down to the Roosevelt Inlet and follow the tides up the Broadkill River to the Milton public dock.  There are a few places for stops but after crossing under RT 1 the final leg is a good 6 miles with scant few spots to get out.  We'll take a long break at Oyster Rocks road, about 5 miles up.  There will be a takeout shuttle at Milton if needed.  Don’t be lulled into a false sense of security, the water is still very cold and take-outs are few and far between.  Dress appropriately and have the right gear, this is not the paddle to test yourself on.  Contact  delmarvakayak@comcast.net for times.

Mar 20 - Mar 21     Bay-to-Bay Fishing and Outdoor EXPO

Join us at the Delaware State Fair Grounds Complex  for Delmarva Peninsula's Fishing and Outdoor Expo. Check out the numerous fishing, hunting and outdoor exhibitors, presentations by local area experts, door prizes, grand prize raffle, and much more. 302-678-2208

Mar 26 - Mar 28      Paddlesport 2004
 The Largest Kayak, Canoe and Outdoor Show in the East! Call 888-22-KAYAK for details.   www.jerseypaddler.com/padsport.html  The show is hosted by Jersey Paddler, and exhibits their products.  There are many clubs booths too.  This show is a great place to check gear out, sometimes good prices, but you have to deal with NJ sales tax. 

Feb 20- 22      2004 Florida Gulf Coast Sea Kayak Symposium
This instructional symposium will give all of you an opportunity to meet, paddle and enjoy the company of an outstanding group of accomplished speakers, coaches and expedition leaders. If you are interested in the idea of paddling on the sea then this is the event to attend. Novices and experts alike, will enjoy watching, learning, joining in, trying new equipment, being entertained, and most of all having fun with fellow paddlers. Everyone will have a chance to learn and share their skills and experiences in this unique forum, and all padders will gain new insights into this great sport! http://www.sweetwaterkayaks.com/

April 8-11            East Coast Canoe and Kayak, Festival Charleston, SC

http://www.ccprc.com/kayak.html 

This 14th annual event is a full weekend immersed in the history, technique, hands-on experience and FUN of canoeing and kayaking. The Festival will include lectures, on-water classes and demonstrations directed to the novice as well as the experienced paddler. It’s a great time for families.  Many boat and equipment vendors and great pricing   Oh yeah, Greg Barton is there for the straight-liners.

Apr 15, 2004 (Thu): Tax Day Paddle on the Potomac.

This is a CPA event, from their site.  Got all your Taxes done and mailed? No! Then you are probably still procrastinating. Come paddling instead. Weather permitting we will try to start the season at Jack's Boathouse on the Potomac River in Georgetown off early with a special paddle. This event is weather permitting, and will probably require winter gear to attend (i.e. drysuit or wetsuit). More specific information will appear on the CPA site.

Sunday April 25^th      DELMARVA PADDLE SPORTS EXPO.

Usually the last weekend of April, with the first race of the season on the Saturday

Survival Products.  http://www.survivalproducts.com

From last years promo.  On Sunday you'll want to be at Schumaker Pond for the annual DELMARVA PADDLE SPORTS EXPO. Survival Products will be host to all the major manufacturers in the paddling industry and have all the hot new boats available for you to test paddle. It's lots of fun for the whole family, and best of all it's FREE. Find out which kayak or canoe is right for you and take advantage of deep discounts. Contact them by e-mail or phone for specifics!

May 22, 2004        Pocomoke River Canoe & Kayak Challenge
Race 2 of the 2004 Delmarva Canoe and Kayak Circuit.  Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. in Sturgis Park.  All canoes must be in the water by 9:15 a.m. for pre-race meeting.  Staggered race starts begin at 9:30 a.m., 1/8 mile above the Pocomoke River Bridge.  Canoes are available for rent at the Pocomoke River Canoe Company.  All competitors will receive a t-shirt and one entry in the random drawing

May 29                  1st Annual Horseshoe Crab Festival

(May 29, 2004 - 10 a.m.-5 p.m.) A day of unique fun to raise awareness for Horseshoe Crab conservation & the Town of Milton. Craft & Food vendors, educational & environmental displays and exciting exhibits. Held in Memorial Park and throughout the Town of Milton. For info. call 302-684-1896 or email miltoncofc@snip.net.

June 4, 5 and 6                  OkoumeFest

Chesapeake Light Craft sponsors this event.  See their site of the up to date skinny on the event.

At heart, OkoumeFest is what small-boat enthusiasts call a Messabout. Anyone with a cartoppable boat is welcome (well, small trailer boats are fine, too) and there are dozens of CLC-built demo kayaks, canoes, sailboats and rowing boats to try. Last year, OkoumeFest was held at YMCA Camp Letts on the Rhode River just south of Annapolis. Click here for more information about Camp Letts [nautical chart] and the surrounding area. Click here for Driving Directions. 

June 4, 5            The 2004 Potomac River Swim

The 2004 Potomac River Swim (7.5 miles) needs support kayakers to accompany individual swimmers on Saturday, June 5, 2004.  Swim proceeds are donated to environmental and river preservation organizations.
Kayakers receive:
- pre-swim supper/briefing on Friday, June 4.
- camping at Pt. Lookout State Park on Friday, June 4.
- post-swim picnic at Pt. Lookout State Park on Saturday, June 5.
- commemorative t-shirt
For more information contact:
Cheryl Wagner <cherylw@crosslink.net>
H (202) 387-2361
W (202) 874-0614
FAX (202) 478-0948

June 6th    Manhattan Circumnavigation

Join the Atlantic Kayakers on a paddle around Manhattan.  see their site for more details.  From the site: Although this is a long paddle, it is not very taxing. This is because we scheduled it so that we get a push from the tidal currents all the way around. However,  you should be reasonably fit to keep up with the group. The waves you are likely to encounter are in the 1 to 2 foot range. There can be some turbulent waters in a few areas, though. You must know how to brace, and  a roll or  a solid self-rescue technique is strongly recommended.

June 13,2004         Chesapeake Bay Swim    swimmer support

http://www.bayswim.com/

 CPA needs qualified volunteers to help with the support.  There are two swims, one short close to shore the other of is across the bay between the bridge.  contact Mike Vandamm michael.j.vandamm@usps.gov

CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support at http://www.cpakayaker.com

June 19, 2004        Jane's Island Power Paddle

Race 3 of the 2004 Delmarva Canoe and Kayak Circuit. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with the race beginning at 10:00 a.m.  All entrants will receive a T-Shirt. After the race, the awards ceremony will be held at the Picnic Shelter.  Contact Survival Products 1116 N. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury MD 21801, 410-543-1244

June 19, 2004        Swim For Life Swim Support Chestertown Md.

This is a fund raising Swim Event across the Chester River. Kayak Support is desired for this event. If you wish to offer support contact Steve Sharkey (410-758-8756).  More information is available on the CPA Website

June 19, 2004        Escape From Fort Delaware® Triathlon
Want to earn a little mad money while you're on the water in your boat?  We are looking for 20 kayakers to help the Triathlon.  The triathletes will be shuttled via boat from Delaware City, DE Fort Delaware.  The race will start at 9:00am with a 1 mile swim from The Fort.  The triathletes swim directly back to the main land and then continue with the other two segments of the race, 40K Bike, and 10K Run.  If interested, please inquire with the race director, Neil Semmel, at nsemmel@piranha-sports.com.  Feel free to visit our website to see more information on this triathlon at www.piranha-sports.com.

July 10, 2004        Nanticoke River Festival Canoe & Kayak Race

Race 4 of the 2004 Delmarva Canoe and Kayak Circuit.  Race 3 of the Delmarva Race Series, takes place on the headwaters of the Nanticoke River near Seaford, Delaware as part of the Nanticoke River Festival. Another good place to take the family.  Contact Survival Products 1116 N. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury MD 21801, 410-543-1244

July 10, 2004         2nd Annual - Diamond in the Rough Triathlon

Want to earn a little mad money while you're on the water in your boat?  Piranha Sports is looking for kayakers to help with the swim support portion of the Triathlon.   If interested, please inquire with the race director, Neil Semmel, at nsemmel@piranha-sports.com.  Feel free to visit their website to see more information on this triathlon and others at www.piranha-sports.com.

July 17, 2004       North East River Regatta

Race 5 of the 2004 Delmarva Canoe and Kayak Circuit. see North East Regatta for details, directions and camping suggestions.  This race is very interesting in that the racers participated in a three lap event, allowing spectators to cheer each time their favorite paddler passed by the start finish line.  It will again be held in conjunction with the Northeast River Water Festival. Contact Survival Products 1116 N. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury MD 21801, 410-543-1244

July 24-25         Choptank River Sojourn

Friends of the Choptank River Heritage Center* invite you to join us for the second annual Choptank River Sojourn.  Two days of paddling, and a night of music, good company, and camping on the beautiful Choptank River on Maryland's Eastern Shore.  Paddling, camping, and music are free!  (Sojourners will only pay the $5 fee for events sanctioned by the
American Canoe Association (ACA).  Details

August 7th     ALL PADDLE DAY at Rock Hall Yacht Club        FREE

When: Aug 7 2004
Where: Rock Hall Yacht Club, Rock Hall MD
Hours: 9 AM until ... (you are welcome to come before 9 for an early morning paddle from the beach).

Kayaks, Canoes, Rowboats (and tiny sailboats if anyone brings any). Spend the afternoon on lovely Lankford Bay on the Chester River. Explore creeks and coves. This is free event for the whole family. Bring a picnic lunch. Inexpensive burgers, hotdogs and sodas will be available.  Try kayaks at our vendor demo.  Try a Mouseboat! (One and a half sheets of plywood and a weekend = a boat!)  A great boat for kids. Plans are free!  Scenic paddling tours to Cacaway Island (short) and to Eastern Neck  Wildlife Refuge (longer), depending on demand.
Questions? Email Commodore Chuck Parry -- <gardy@intercom.net>
Directions to the club found on the website -- http://www.rockhallyc.org

When you are close to Rock Hall there will be signs saying RHYC and
pointing the way.
 

August 15     4th Annual - Lums Pond Triathlon and Duathlon
Piranha Sports is looking for kayakers to help with the swim support portion of the Triathlon.   If interested, please inquire with the race director, Neil Semmel, at nsemmel@piranha-sports.com.  Feel free to visit their website to see more information on this triathlon and others at www.piranha-sports.com.

August  21st          Seventh Annual Choptank River "Rivah Run"
Over 150 paddlers will take on the challenges of this family paddling event. "Poker Run" format with over $2,000 in prizes and gifts.  "Put-in" at Martinak State Park.  Take-out at Old Harford Town Maritime Museum - Joppa Steamboat Wharf in West Denton.  Registration required ($8.00 per paddler).
For Registration info call 410 479-8120 or visit www.carolinesummerfest.com. or http://www.riverheritage.org/Events/html/rivah_run.html

August 28             The 5^th annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak Race

 ^5th Annual Broadkill River Canoe & Kayak Race

Money prizes and I believe perhaps special awards for special participants, but you'll have to join in to find out.  Family and friends can wait for you at the finish line in historic downtown Milton and enjoy the Bargains on the Broadkill with crafts, food, rides, and entertainment.  Watch for further announcements and the possibility of a shorter "beginner" race.  Registration begins at 8:30 am and the race starts at 10:00 AM at Oyster Rocks Road. North of Lewes Delaware and ends 10 miles later in Milton .  Pre register or sign up the day of the event.  Contact Karen at  mdc@snip.net  302-684-3400.  Previous years results  2001,  2002,  2003  sorry I have no data for 2000. See Press Release for more details

Update Results of 2004

September 11 Saturday      Mispillion River Poker Paddle

Milford Parks and Recreation (422-1104) will be sponsoring a 4 mile (total) Poker Paddle on Saturday September 11, 2004.Registration will be  from 10:00-12:00 at the NEW Milford Public Boat Launch, (with kayak/canoe launch) on RT 14/NE Front Street in Downtown Milford, behind the Milford Police station. The Race will begin around noon and will be an out and back paddle for a total of 4 miles. T-Shirts will be provided and Trophies will be awarded for the best three hands in each boat class. Pre-Registration fee will be about $10 for a single and $20 for a tandem boat. Music , Entertainment, and food will be available from 12-8pm in downtown Milford. Please mark your calendars.  Registration materials and additional details will be available soon.  For additional information you may contact Milford Parks and Recreation 422-1104 or Jim Abel 422-5999.

**bonus** They will be having  some good oldie band playing in the afternoon - evening. A prime seat to see and hear the entertainment is in your boat on the Mispillion river - just behind the Milford Video Scene. ** 
 

September 12 Sunday   3rd Annual - Delaware Diamondman Triathlon

Want to earn a little mad money while you're on the water in your boat?  Piranha Sports is looking for kayakers to help with the swim support portion of the Triathlon.   If interested, please inquire with the race director, Neil Semmel, at nsemmel@piranha-sports.com.  Feel free to visit their website to see more information on this triathlon and others at www.piranha-sports.com.

Sept 18th Saturday              Wye Island Regatta

http://www.annapolisrowingclub.com/wyeisland.htm

The largest gathering of human powered boats on the eastern shore, and maybe further.  Join the competition that ranges from recreational kayaks to 8 man or woman crew and dragon boats.  Delmarva Paddlers has had a smorgasbord tent in past years, hope they do it again.

Sept 18th Saturday              Third Annual Chestertown Lions Club Paddle for Sight

The Third Annual Chestertown Lions Club Paddle for Sight will take place in Chestertown, Maryland on Saturday, September 18, 2004. Kayakers and paddlers are invited to paddle two routes of Morgan Creek, one 6 miles, the other 10 miles.  Morgan Creek is off the Chester River in Chestertown and features an incredible landscape of wetlands, farms, and a meandering shoreline complete with ball eagle nests.   Registration begins at 7:30 AM at the Frank M. Jarman American Legion Post, 9155 American Legion Drive, Chestertown, MD 21620.  Cost is $20.00. Proceeds benefit Lions Club Sight Conservation Projects.  For more information or to register contact:
Paddle For Sight
Matthew Bershon
201 Birch Run Rd.
Chestertown, MD 21620
410-708-3053
or register on-line at www.active.com  or contact  Bruce Alexander balexander2@washcoll.edu

Sept 18th Saturday              Delaware Bay Crossing

Atlantic Kayakers are planning crossing of the Delaware Bay from Lewes to Cape May on the 18th, storm date Sept 19th.  See http://www.atlanticseakayakers.com/dbayx.asp  for more information. 

September 19    Sunday    The Potomac River Paddle Rally

The Potomac River Paddle Rally will be a flat-water marathon over a 26-mile course. Point of Rocks to Seneca Creek NW of DC on the Potomac River a gazillion classes lots of extras 2003 results at www.springriver.com, details TBA there also.  All proceeds will benefit the Potomac Conservancy.  Contact Steve Corbett or Mitchell Madruga for a brochure on the race at steve@teamspringriver.com or call Springriver at 800 882-5694.

Visit www.wcanoe.org   further information and on-line registration.  As of 8/29 it is not posted so go right here for a scanned copy of the registration form. Use your "back  button" to return to this page.  Registration Form  Front Page

See Nancy Wendt defend her 2003 championship. New rule for 2004: anyone named "Simon" must have attached to the stern of their kayak a bath towel no less than 3' long.

Sept 25th                        The Sunfest Swim.  swim support  

Ocean City MD.  We will be helping with swim support again. Volunteers will receive a tee shirt and great meal after the race.  There may even be an off shore kayak race.  Stay tuned.  We are the rescuers and should not become the rescuees. CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support at http://www.cpakayaker.com/swim-supports/  You will need good self rescue skills and the ability to launch and land through the surf.  Contact cjB@comcast.net to volunteer for the event. see http://www.sunfestswimming.org/ for more event info.

Sept 25th                      Martinak State Park Fall Fest
Martinak State Park is hosting Fall Fest on Saturday, September 25, 2004 from 12 noon to 4:00 PM.

There will be an apple butter boil and corn shelling demonstrations, live raptor from Scales & Tails, and entertainment by The Royal Oak Musicians at 4:00 PM at the amphitheater.  For a small fee, the Caroline County Recreation and Parks will have pumpkin decorating, food, games & scarecrow wizardry.  For more information, call the park office at 410-820-1668.

Call the park office to make sure the boat ramp will be available during Fall Fest.

The Friends of Martinak State Park will be having a pot luck dinner & apple peeling night on Friday, September 24, 2004 starting at 6:00 PM at the Martinak Nature Center.  For more information about the pot luck & apple peel, call Debbie McNeil at 410-820-1668.

Volunteers are needed to help during Fall Fest.  Help is needed with the information booth, games, prizes and more.  To sign up, call Herman Dorsey at the park office, 410-820-1668.

October 1-3                    Delmarva Paddlers Retreat.

The Delmarva Paddlers Retreat  will be held October 1-3, 2003 on the Rehoboth Bay near Lewes, Delaware.  Three full days this year.  The Retreat has evolved into a gathering of traditional skills enthusiasts.  All instruction will be geared towards Greenland techniques, so a Greenland paddle is preferred.  Accommodations are cabins (bunks) or tenting under the pines near the bay shoreline.  Enjoy learning to kayak the Greenland way.  Mentoring from some of the best in the nation.  Skills learned can be transferred back to the Euro blade, but why once you’ve paddled the stick you won’t want to go back. 

See special events for a report from a previous years event.

contact Robin Snow for more information anorak@ComCAT.COM  Registrations are usually full by the first week of September.

No relation to the Delmarva Paddlers  message board, but many of us were/are there.

October 2                        Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Saturday, October 2, 10am–5pm
One of the nation’s premier small craft events! Hundreds of amateur and professional boat builders and enthusiasts bring their skiffs, kayaks, and canoes. Take part in demonstrations and workshops, or simply chat with the owners and watch these one-of-a-kind vessels race. Included with Museum admission.  The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to furthering an understanding of the culture and history of the Chesapeake Bay.  (I'm going to sneak out of the Retreat to go here).

October 9     2004 Cancer Benefit Paddle
 

Sponsored by Coastal Kayaks, Jennifer is being very smug about what is in store for the participants this year.  Each year Mitch and Jennifer host a way for all paddlers to help the American Cancer Society and have fun doing it. And eat well doing it.   Last year's event ran into a bit of a hurricane that happened through here, so we need to double the effort this year and make this a big success.  I'm a 2 time cancer survivor of 12 and 14 years and I know I paddle others who also are survivors, and with several who continue the battle.  Hope to see and meet many of you at this worthwhile event. 

October 10th    2nd Annual - Cape Henlopen Triathlon and Duathlon

Want to earn a little mad money while you're on the water in your boat?  Piranha Sports is looking for kayakers to help with the swim support portion of the Triathlon.   If interested, please inquire with the race director, Neil Semmel, at nsemmel@piranha-sports.com.  Feel free to visit their website to see more information on this triathlon and others at www.piranha-sports.com.

October 16, 2004        Chestertown Fall Paddling Series

A CPA Event and looks like fun.  Go to their website and follow the links to events.  This is the first of the Fall/Winter Paddling Series (2004-05). Plan is to launch from the Morgan Creek and paddle down into the Chester River.

October 24th,     OUR COSMIC DESTINY: RETURN TO THE STARS

Come join us for an exciting all-day conference with noted astronomer James Mullaney at this beautiful oceanfront resort on the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk.  Embark on a truly mind-expanding and exhilarating cosmic journey across the vastness of space, time and mind as together we celebrate the awesome power, majesty and order of the universe in w

November 23rd  The Delaware & Raritan Canal Canoe and Kayak Race

And what you missed from the 2003 paddling season

June 7th and 8th                The Great Rappahannock Whitewater Canoe Race

The racecourse for the Great Rappahannock Whitewater Canoe Race (GRWCR) will challenge and delight racers. The river will test their endurance with flat water, their mettle with a vigorous portage, and their skill with some of the best whitewater in the area! This race was purposely designed to be more fun than flat-out competition. Not to say there won't be some furious paddling, but everyone should have a good time and enjoy their day on the river!            http://www.playva.com/grwcr/

June 7th              Pocomoke River Canoe & Kayak Challenge

This event is being held in conjunction with River Heritage Celebration. http://www.snowhillmd.com/rhc/rhchome.htm

There will be plenty for the family to do while you are racing.  Just let them hold on to your wallet for safe keeping while you enjoy a paddle on the river.  The Challenge has moved to June this year to join in the Pocomoke Riverfest sponsored by the town of Snow Hill. Sanctioned by the U.S. Canoe Association, the Challenge race course winds five miles downstream through Corker's Creek before returning to Sturgis Park in Snow Hill.  The Pocomoke River is renowned for its scenic beauty with cypress trees and wild azaleas growing at the river's edges and lily pads with white and pink blossoms floating over shallow areas.  Its waters are dark brown, colored by the tannin from the bald cypress swamps that feed the river.  The river is home to many fish, reptiles, turtles and playful otters. It winds through a great forest, where many rare plants and wildflowers and birds can be found. For more details see http://www.owlcreek.net/Circuit/DelmarvaCircuit.htm

Current info on all races is now available at  www.survivalproducts.com, as is a printable entry form.

June 7th              Annual South Jersey Canoe & Kayak Classic

Basic canoeing and kayaking, canoe camping, kayak rolling, assisted rescues, kayak fishing, birding and eco tour paddling are some of the activities that will be offered at this free event sponsored by Ocean County Parks & Recreation.  Everyone is welcome to try their paddling skills and try a variety of canoes and kayaks in the lake. Over 100 models of canoes & kayaks; clinics & demonstrations; antique canoes; many manufacturers & canoe clubs; accessories; races and much, much more! Unlimited test paddling http://www.co.ocean.nj.us/classic.html

June 8th           Basic Skills Session at the Beach

Delmarva Paddlers, Cape Henlopen Branch will be doing a capsize recovery skills clinic at the beach.  Mitch Mitchell with Coastal Kayaks will be leading the session.  Mitch is ACA and BCU certified.   Basics such as wet exits, self rescues and assisted rescues will be taught and practiced.  More advanced concepts may be added if requested and time permits. The Rehoboth Bay water temperature should be agreeable.  Wet suits are recommended, but not mandatory.   $5 fee to cover  insurance.  Participants will be limited and is first come first served.  There is a bath house close by.  You will need a Delaware State Parks permit, day or seasonal, to park in the lot. 

Location: Haven Road bay side just north of the Indian River Bridge  2:00 PM contact Mitch Mitchell at info@c-kayak.com  302-539-7999 or Chris B at cB@dmv.com 302-227-3235

June 8^th            Chesapeake Bay Swim    swimmer support

http://www.bayswim.com/

 CPA needs qualified volunteers to help with the support.  There are two swims, one short close to shore the other of is across the bay between the bridge.  contact Mike Vandamm MVANDAMM@email.usps.gov

CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support at http://www.cpakayaker.com/swim-supports/

June 14            Tuckahoe Triathlon
Print out an application form from this site    410-820-1668
Are you up for the challenge of a two-mile run, ten-mile bike race and a one-mile canoe course? With many categories to choose from, run as an individual or part of a team. All participants receive a free race t-shirt. Appropriate for ages 10 to adult. Service charge $15 in advance, $20 day of race. Race begins at 8 a.m.  Tuckahoe State Park have many events see their site for directions and amenities. site     http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/tuckahoe.html

events http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/tuckahoeevents.html

June 14                 Paddlefest Kayak and Canoe Challenge

Seaside Heights, NJ   contact Rich or James at 732-237-0576  or rich@vikingpromotions.com or james@vikingpromotions.com ; http://www.vikingpromotions.com

June 28th                    Swim for Life
 On Saturday June 28th. We need your help in providing a safety net for the swimmers who are taking part in the Swim for Life program.  This program is a fundraiser for HIV/AIDS and the Chester River Association.  You and your Kayak should be at Rolph’s Wharf for 8am.   All Kayakers should have an extra life jacket or floating devise attached to a towrope to be used by any swimmer who may need it.  We are looking to have thirty Kayakers present on this day.  The event starts early and ends with a great lunch.  If you can help in this fun day on the water please contact Steve Sharkey at 410-758-8756 or email   ssharkey@crosslink.net.   We cannot have too many kayakers for this event, as the swimmers tend to spread out over the five-mile course.  If you have a kayaking friend get them to take part also. CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support at http://www.cpakayaker.com/swim-supports/

July 12th                Nanticoke River Festival Canoe and Kayak race.

Race 4 of the Delmarva Race Series, takes place on the headwaters of the Nanticoke River near Seaford, Delaware as part of the Nanticoke River Festival. Another good place to take the family.   Call 302-628-1000  Current info on all races is now available at  www.survivalproducts.com, as is a printable entry form.   detailed info at http://www.owlcreek.net/Circuit/DelmarvaCircuit.htm

August 2nd            Rock Hall Paddle Day

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.    Come to the Rock Hall Yacht Club for a fun Day of Paddling

Talk to local vendors – try out some canoes and kayaks in the water.  Participate in – or watch – Kayak and Canoe Races  From Craig O'Donnell post to the Delmarva Paddlers site:

"We've set the courses for the August 2 race in Rock Hall. They have been laid out so that, with the exception of a few minutes of the Expert course, the racers are in view of the beach and the people "messing about" in the beach area. Race time is 10:30 AM.   Courses will be run counterclockwise, leave the buoys to port (left).
Novice Course:
Starting line past  Daymark 3, out to and around Daymark 1, back to start 1.36 miles.

Expert Course:
This is I hope a new and interesting race idea. Captains on the day of the race will vote on how long the course should be - 1 2 or 3 laps.  The basic Expert course is 3.2 miles. Starting line, past Daymark 3, directly to and around Can 5 at the
mouth of Langford Bay, to and around Can 7 in Langford Creek, back past the Yacht Club moorings to start. Repeat as necessary.

Classes:
We plan on Expert Single, Expert Doubles, Novice Single, Novice Double, but the final details depend on who has entered.

This Fall, Next Year:
There's an outside possibility of a race from Chestertown to Rock Hall YC later this fall (14 miles). If it is not scheduled this year, we'll work on having it next year. There's a lot of interest in this race but the circumstances have not been "fortuitous" so far.
We'll have information circulating earlier in 2004. RHYC plans to have Paddle Day and the Langford Bay Race as an annual event.  contact Craig O'Donnell dadadata@friend.ly.net
and

See Rock Hall Yacht Club current events or Chesapeake Light Craft

August 9th            Race 5 of the Delmarva Race Series The 2^nd Annual North East River Regatta

see North East Regatta for details, directions and camping suggestions

Last years race was very interesting in that the racers participated in a three lap event, allowing spectators to cheer each time their favorite paddler passed by the start finish line.  It was to be held in conjunction with the Northeast River Water Festival but due to a conflict with the Seaford Festival the Delmarva circuit has added it to their open date.

  see http://www.owlcreek.net/Circuit/DelmarvaCircuit.htm or www.survivalproducts.com

results at Owlcreek and here

August 16th          Sixth Annual Choptank River "Rivah Run"
Over 150 paddlers will take on the challenges of this family paddling event. "Poker Run" format with over $2,000 in prizes and gifts.  "Put-in" at Martinak State Park.  Take-out at Old Harford Town Maritime Museum - Joppa Steamboat Wharf in West Denton.  Registration required ($8.00 per paddler).
For Registration info call 410 479-8120 or visit www.carolinesummerfest.com. or http://www.riverheritage.org/Events/html/heritage_festival_and_summerfe.html

August 23             The 4^th annual Broadkill River Canoe and Kayak Race

^{for the full story click here.  4th} Annual Broadkill River Canoe & Kayak Race

Money prizes and I believe perhaps special awards for special participants, but you'll have to join in to find out.  Family and friends can wait for you at the finish line in historic downtown Milton and enjoy the Bargains on the Broadkill with crafts, food, rides, and entertainment.  Watch for further announcements.  Registration begins at 9:00 am and the race starts at 10:30 AM at Oyster Rocks Road. North of Lewes Delaware and ends 10 miles later in Milton .  Pre register or sign up the day of the event.  Contact Karen at  mdc@snip.net  302-684-3400.

September 6        The Broadcreek Blassst, Laurel Delaware  CANCELLED

No word if this is will be reinstated next year.

An 8-mile race canoe and kayak race, with great prizes and a cash drawing.  The Laurel DE Chamber of Commerce host it and they always do a fine job.  Contact please call the Laurel Chamber of Commerce, 302-875-9319.

Sept 10-14             33rd ICF Flatwater World Championship

In 1996, Gainesville, Georgia and Lake Lanier hosted the Canoe / Kayak competition for the Atlanta Summer Olympics. As a result, a new world-class canoe and kayak venue was born. In 2003, we extend an invitation to the world to return to Lake Lanier for the World Championships, the qualifying event for the 2004 Summer Olympics. http://www.laniercanoe2003.org/laniercanoe2003/index.html

Sept 13                 Wye Island Regatta

http://www.annapolisrowingclub.com/wyeisland.htm

Sept 13                Dewey Beach Sprint Triathlon  swim support

Dewey Beach, DE.  at the Delaware Seashore State Park.   The swim starts at 7:30 AM in age group waves.  The lifeguards usually have their beach meeting by 7 AM.  Volunteers must be of sufficient ability to launch into the surf and of course land.  We are the rescuers and should not become the rescuees. CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support at http://www.cpakayaker.com/swim-supports/  Contact Eva Cannon wava@dmv.com or cB@dmv.com to volunteer.

Sept 13                Milford River Festival Canoe and Kayak Race        Cancelled

Milford wasn't able to get the permits for the new kayak launch in time for this event.  They plan to try again next year.

They will be having a canoe and kayak paddle specifically geared for fun and family at this year's festival.  Look for a water based scavenger hunt, the Duck In and more fun yet to be announced.  They will be adding a special kayak launching dock to the town pier and want to show case it along with their beautiful new and expanding river side park.  Contact the Milford Parks and Recreation Dept at http://www.cityofmilford.com/recreation.cfm or 302-422-1104 for more information.

Sept 20                        The Sunfest Swim.  swim support    CANCELLED

Ocean City MD.  We will be helping with swim support again. Volunteers will receive a tee shirt and great meal after the race.  There may even be an off shore kayak race.  Stay tuned.  We are the rescuers and should not become the rescuees. CPA has a very informative series of articles on swim support at http://www.cpakayaker.com/swim-supports/  Contact cB@dmv.com to volunteer for the event or to help coordinate as Chris will be in the ACA course described above.

Sept 20                    Chincoteague Challenge    CANCELLED

Race 6 and final one of the Delmarva Race Series.  Series awards will be awarded at the end of the race.  The folks at the Assateague Coastal Trust  host this race.  The Chincoteague Challenge Kayak/Canoe Race offers Circuit paddlers a new course and social to end the 2003 Delmarva Circuit.  A pleasure paddle is available for those who want to take a leisurely paddle to enjoy the wildlife and wildfowl. Current info on all races is now available at  www.survivalproducts.com, as is a printable entry form.  See more info at http://www.owlcreek.biz/Circuit/Race%206.htm

Sept 26-28                    Second Annual Fall Fun Fest, Elk Neck SP, A Chesapeake Paddlers Association event

This is listed on the CPA events site, but as of 8/25 I have no confirmation from John.  It was a fun time last year.

Want a fun weekend of paddling and camaraderie with fellow CPA members?  Would you like to meet paddlers from another club?  Come to the second annual Fall Fun fest.  This year we are moving north to Elk Neck State Park to offer different paddling opportunities.  Elk Neck is at the top of the Chesapeake Bay and should be jellyfish free.  Cold water clothing would be advisable.  CPA gear requirements are in effect. For more information, contact John Blackburn

September 28     Sunday    The Potomac River Paddle Rally - Rescheduled  from Sept 21

The Potomac River Paddle Rally will be a flat-water marathon over a 26-mile course. All proceeds will benefit the Potomac Conservancy.  Contact Steve Corbett for a brochure on the race at JSC_DEC_2@msn.com or call Springriver at 800 882-5694.
Steve’s planning a very interesting event with many extra’s. 

Sept 28, Sunday         2003 Cancer Benefit Paddle  Still on and no more big storms in the forecast. We hope.

Weather, this season's on going story, was threatening and held the size of the gathering down a bit.  It should be noted however and an American made kayak with a GP paddle won the race.

This is from Mitch and Jennifer at Coastal Kayaks.  Every year they sponsor a paddle event supporting the American Cancer Society that’s near and dear to many of us.  And each year they do something a little different and fun. 

 The Cancer Benefit Paddle will be taking place on Sunday Sept. 28th and will begin at 3pm. The event will consist of:

3:00-5:00 - Rentals and Demos

5:00 - 2 mile race around the "treacherous" Little Assawoman Triangle

6:00 - Fun family kayak races and games including kayak tug-of-war and blindfolded tandem races!

$10 per person suggested donation covers the day. 
All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society.
For directions and to see a photo from last year, Click here: Coastal Kayak

We hope to see you there.

Coastal Kayaks is located on the Assawoman Bay, off Rt 1 just north of Fenwick Island.

October 3-5                    Delmarva Paddlers Retreat.

The Delmarva Paddlers Retreat  will be held October 3-5, 2003 on the Rehoboth Bay near Lewes, Delaware.  The Retreat has evolved into a gathering of traditional skills enthusiasts.  All instruction will be geared towards Greenland techniques, so a Greenland paddle is preferred.  Accommodations are cabins (bunks) or tenting under the pines near the bay shoreline.  Enjoy learning to kayak the Greenland way.  Mentoring from some of the best in the nation.  Skills learned can be transferred back to the Euro blade, but why once you’ve paddled the stick you won’t go back. 

See special events for a report from last years event.

contact Robin Snow for more information anorak@ComCAT.COM  Registrations are usually full by the first week of September.

No relation to the Delmarva Paddlers  message board.  

October 3-5     Choptank River Sojourn
Historic 3-Day, 33-mile paddling adventure from Sailwinds Park in Cambridge to the newly reconstructed Joppa Steamboat Wharf in West Denton.  see more info at the following link.

http://www.riverheritage.org/Events/html/choptank_river_sojourn.html

October 4, Saturday    Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival
October 4, Saturday, 10 am–5 pm
One of the nation’s premier small craft events! Hundreds of amateur and professional boat builders and enthusiasts bring their skiffs, kayaks, and canoes. Take part in demonstrations and workshops, or simply chat with the owners and watch these one-of-a-kind vessels race.
Non-Members: Activities included with $10 Museum admission

More info at http://www.cbmm.org/wh_calendar.html

Oct 10 to 14      ACA instructors course  -  Rescheduled to from Sept 19-22

The event is moved to Fairfax VA see http://www.canoeinstructor.net/kayak_schedule.htm

Mike has added an additional day and the opportunity to gain an Open Water Certification.

Mitch Mitchell with Coastal Kayaks and Mike Aronoff of Canoe, Kayak and Paddle Co. L. L. C.
will be combining their talents and hosting an ACA instructors course.  Both IDW & ICE will be combined for this session.  It will be a 4 day course starting on Sept. 19 and going to Sept. 22. The course will give participants the opportunity to certify for everything up to level 2 Coastal Kayak (advanced strokes and maneuvers) see http://www.c-kayak.com/instruction.asp for more information, and contact Mitch at 302-539-7999 or info@c-kayak.com

Saturday, October 18  James Farm Ecological Preserve Annual Open House/Fundraiser
More info at the Center for the Inland Bays

All you can eat - Pig Roast/Chicken & Beer
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (fundraiser starts at 4 p.m.)
James Farm Ecological Preserve
Ocean View, DE
Call (302) 645-7325 for info and tickets!

Order your tickets early tickets as the pig goes fast.  cjb

Oct 17-19, 2003 (Fri-Sun)  second annual Raystown, PA camping trip

The dates for the second annual Raystown, PA camping trip have been set for Oct 17-19.  Some campers are planning a river trip on the 16th and others have stated an intent to stay through the 20th.  A pot-luck dinner is planned for the 18th. 

Raystown Lake is a COE campground and an ideal camp for those who don't really like to camp entirely primitive.  Bathroom and hot showers are within the campground and the campsites are located right on the shores of the placid lake.

Last year's get-together featured really good live music and warm fellowship among fellow paddlers.  This year many returning folks will be bringing their families as the few kids in attendance last year had a great time.  While this trip may seem distant, folks have traveled greater distances to tap into this pleasant event.  For more info you can join the tread at:
http://www.paddling.net/message/showThread.html?fid=meet&tid=111198

I hope some of you may be able to participate this year... Alan  paddlerreid@yahoo.com

see also http://raystown.nab.usace.army.mil/ for more information on the campground.

also http://www.paddling.net/message/showThread.html?fid=meet&tid=48483 see for info from last years event. 

And from very good sources, Only do this event if you are looking to have some fun!
 

Friday October 31 - Sunday November 2nd 2003.     Build your own skin on frame kayak with Bob Foote.

This is a nontraditional skin on frame kayak utilizing modern materials that allow the kayak to be built in approximately 24 hours. On Friday night, the class will meet for 2-3 hours and determine custom configurations on the individual boats. Saturday and Sunday are 10 hour build days. Upon completion with the course, your boat will be ready for waterproofing of your choice at your home location.

Our building shop is located on the Crosswicks Creek in Bordentown. Not only will you have a great shop facility at your disposal but we will also have boats available when you need a break and want to get out on the water.

Cost for the course is $935.00 which will include your materials, a paddle and a lifejacket. Course is limited to no more than 7 individuals.

For more information on Bob Foote please go to his web site www.bobfoote.com. Who's Bob Foote? Don't let the white water background impact you. Bob also is a kayaker, designer, builder of musical instruments and more. If you need additional information please contact us at inf@paintisland.com

Sunday, November 23, 2003     Delaware & Raritan Canal  Canoe & Kayak Race
Time: All Day
The course is 10.6 miles long and takes about 2 1/2 hours. There
are 3 short portages around the locks.
The race will begin at 10:00am.
Call Dennis German with questions at 973/226-6672
http://www.hicom.net/~danmar/DandR-CR.html
 See also the Completed list for 2003 events

Sunday   Sometime soon             The Surfrider's Rehoboth Bay Paddle             Updated 6/2/03

The Surfrider Foundation's Annual Rehoboth Bay Paddle was postponed..  The Rehoboth Sailing Association was registering 40-knot winds at the launch site.  I'll post the new date as soon as they decide.   Hopefully no one was severally inconvenienced. 

The Fourth Annual "Rehoboth Bay Paddle" for "All Non-Motorized Watercraft" is held each year to help raise ecological awareness of the Bay. Scheduled for Sunday June 1, 2003, and beginning at 11AM from the Rehoboth Bay Sailing Association registration starts at 10AM.  A $10.00 entry fee donation includes lunch at a local bayside restaurant and benefits the Delaware Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation.  All "non-motorized water craft" are invited.  SOT's, recreational kayaks, sea kayaks, canoes, sailboats, Baidarkas, wind surfers, and surfers.  We will tour Head of the Bay, Rehoboth Bay, and this year the paddle will include a stop by Thompson Island, a historical area as it is an old summer spot and burial grounds for the Nanticoke Indians.   While there we will conduct a beachfront clean up of the island.  We are hoping to be joined by a representative of the tribe.  After that, we will paddle over to the Lighthouse Restaurant, where a hamburger (I’m lobbying for some veggie burgers too) and soda lunch will be provided for the paddlers.  Hope to see you there.  Evidently the state has a number of Kayaks that they are willing to let us use.  If you want to participate and need a boat, email Lauren Fuqua at laurfuqua22@hotmail.com.

As a side note, after the lunch several of us will be paddling our sea kayaks south towards Burton Island for a little exploration.  Tides should be relatively high for this year’s event, unlike last year when we experienced a low blow out tide.  Hope to see some new faces this year.  Chris

The Rehoboth Bay Sailing Association is located just south of Dewey Beach on the bay side.