Ogeechee Riverkeeper (ORK) will host the Canoochee Paddle Race, on April 13th from noon to 5pm. Beginning at Brewton Bridge, the paddlers will traverse seven miles of the Canoochee River finishing at Rocks River Bridge Landing.
Paddlers of kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards are all welcome to compete. Non-racers are also welcome to follow the route after racers have started.
Race categories consist of: Timed top 3 finishers (single), top 3 finishers (canoe/tandem); Funkiest Costume; Most Creative Boat; Dynamic Duo; Lazy River Award.
The finish line will serve as headquarters for celebration during and after the race. After the paddlers have all arrived, an awards presentation will take place. Food and drinks will be available from Picho’s and Road-Tisserie.
Meaghan Walsh Gerard, communications director for ORK shares, “This year we are delighted to have Chris Stalcup performing. With a tune named ‘Ogeechee River,’ we knew he’d be a great fit.” Stalcup is a Georgia-based country singer and songwriter.
The event is aimed at “celebrating the beauty of the environment and promoting conservation efforts in the region.” Damon Mullis, Riverkeeper and Executive Director says, “We believe that events like the Canoochee Paddle Race play a crucial role in fostering appreciation for our environment and inspiring stewardship.” Mullis hopes through this event it will “empower individuals to take action and make a positive impact on the health of our rivers and waterways.”
Volunteers are needed for the Pre-Race Canoochee Cleanup on April 10th. Register here.
Paddle Race: Canoochee River, Evans County, Rocks River Bridge Landing
When: Saturday, April 13, noon. – 5 p.m.
Cost: $50 per person; Free to cheer for the paddlers
Deadline to enter is April 10th at noon. Details and registration here.
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.
