Paddle Poker Run Returns to Front of Yonge September 14th!

Registration is now open for the fourth annual event at Brown’s Bay

Mallorytown – Get your paddles ready for a fun event on the beautiful waters of the St. Lawrence River! The Township of Front of Yonge is hosting the fourth annual Paddle Poker Run on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at Brown’s Bay.

“In communities like Front of Yonge, we are so lucky to have the recreational opportunities offered by the St. Lawrence River. Paddling is a great example of active transportation and we welcome people from near and far to enjoy our community and the river in this fourth annual event,” said Township of Front of Yonge – Mayor Roger Haley

The Paddle Poker Run is an event that encourages people to get outside to celebrate and enjoy the St. Lawrence River. All river-appropriate paddle craft are welcome (kayak, canoe, etc.) This is not a race, but a fun paddle that all ages and abilities can enjoy. Each paddler will follow a route beginning at Brown’s Bay that includes at least five stops or checkpoints where they will draw a playing card.

After the paddle, there will be prizes for the best poker hand. There will be routes set up for beginners and experienced paddlers ranging from 5km to 10km. New this year, open river swimmers are welcome to participate, and an optional kayaking safety demonstration will be offered on the morning of the event.

The event begins at 8 AM at Brown’s Bay (Inclement weather “rain” date September 15th). Participants must bring their own river-appropriate paddle craft and register online prior to the
event. New this year, swimmers are welcome to participate, and an optional kayaking safety demonstration will be offered at 7 a.m. on the morning of the event. Registration forms for swimmers can be obtained through the Township office admin@frontofyonge.ca or 613-923-2251.

Participants must follow Transport Canada Regulations on operating human-powered craft including wearing a Personal Floatation Device (PFD)

Registration is limited, so please register online today at https://mallorytown.ca/paddle-poker-runseptember-14th/

Participants must register in advance –Single registration is $15 and family entry is $35 (plus Eventbrite fees)

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