Paddle Poker Run Returns to Front of Yonge!

Registration opened on August 1st for the September 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 sixth annual Paddle Poker Run on Saturday September 12th 2026 at Brown’s Bay.

The Paddle Poker Run is an event that encourages people to get outside to celebrate and enjoy the St. Lawrence River in an eco-friendly way. All river-appropriate paddle craft are welcome (kayak, canoe, etc.).

“We are so excited to be hosting our sixth annual Front of Yonge Paddle Poker Run! 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 sixth annual event,” said Township of Front of Yonge – Mayor Roger Haley

It 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 check points 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 for experienced paddlers ranging from 5km to 10km and an optional kayaking safety demonstration will be offered on the morning of the event.

Registration is limited. Early bird rates are in place from August 1st to 10th. Paddlers can register online at https://mallorytown.ca/paddle-poker-run/

Stay up to date on the event by liking the Facebook page.

Fast facts:

• The Township of Front of Yonge is hosting a Paddle Poker Run on September 12th 2026 beginning at 8AM at Brown’s Bay (Inclement weather “rain” date September 13th)
• Participants must register in advance –Single registration is $18 and family entry is $40. An early bird discount will apply up until August 10th.
• To register for the event: https://mallorytown.ca/paddle-poker-run/
• The organizing committee would like to acknowledge the support of the St. Lawrence Parks Commission in providing the venue for this event.
• Participants must bring their own river-appropriate paddlecraft and register online prior to the event.
• Participants must follow Transport Canada Regulations on operating human-powered craft including wearing a Personal Floatation Device (PFD)
• For more information, follow Front of Yonge Paddle Poker Run on Facebook!