Here is a list of kayaking and canoeing races and events that are happening on the East Coast for September 2009.

New York

The 24th annual Adirondack Canoe Classic

September 11-13, 2009

This event is 90 miles of paddling from Old Forge to Saranac Lake. According to their website, paddlers will travel through the heart of the Adirondack Mountain wilderness. There are many classes. Entry forms have been out since June and there is a 250 boat maximum.

Barge Chaser Canoe and Kayak Race

Sunday, September 27, 2009

This race will be held at Grafton Lakes State Park. There will be a 3 mile course and a 7 mile race.

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Fall Classic Race

Sunday, September 27, 2009

This race is 7 miles on the Schuylkill River. It is a 2 ½ loop course.

Governor Printz Canoe & Kayak Challenge

Sunday, September 20, 2009

This Challenge is 5 miles from Darby Creek to the Delaware River. The finish is at Governor Printz Park on the Delaware River.

Maryland

The 17th Annual Wye Island Regatta

Saturday, September 12, 2009.

This 12.5 miles race is open to all person powered boats. It starts at Wye landing and continues around Wye Island. According to the website, the race course has minimum boat traffic and great scenery.

North Carolina

North Carolina Challenge 2009

September 25-27, 2009

100 mile circuit Race. This race starts at Cedar Island Beach in Pamlico Sound.

North Carolina Ultra Marathon

September 26-27, 2009

40 mile circuit Race. This race starts and finishes at Cedar Island Beach in Pamlico Sound.

For more information and to register, please click here to go to our Races and Event page.

To find other places to paddle, kayak and canoe all over the USA, go to our Places to Paddle page and click on any state, or check out nationwide kayak, canoe and paddle events and races on our Paddling Events and Races page.

If you would like us to post your favorite place to paddle, kayak or canoe or your favorite paddling event or race, please use our handy contact form to send us the details.

Thanks to Emery Korpi for submitting this event

The 18th Annual Hudson River Swim for Life is coming up on Sunday, September 13, 2009.

Swim, Race or Kayak! However you participate, this is sure to be a fun event for everyone.

• Join in the 3 mile swim across the Hudson River from Nyack, NY to Sleepy Hollow, NY.
• There will also be a 1-mile swim option along the shores of Sleepy Hollow. 

KAYAKERS / CANOERS: For those who would like to participate on the water rather than in it, you are welcome to participate as a kayaker or canoer. These volunteers are essential to guiding and assisting the swimmers in the water for safety. This year’s event is expected to require 150 kayakers.There is a $20 registration fee for all kayakers. and canoers. Kayakers and canoers will receive food and a t-shirt at the event.

Here’s who benefits from this event:

MISSION: Since its inception over 18 years ago, the mission of the Hudson River Swim for Life has been to raise awareness of the Hudson River, promote swimming as a lifelong form of fitness, and to raise funds for the ongoing efforts of charities in the community. Overall, the event has raised approximately $1.8 million for local non-profit organizations. 

ENVIRONMENTAL MISSION: To make the swim’s environmental impact as small as possible and to raise awareness among athletes about their role in environmental sustainability.

BONUS: All those who register during the month of August will be entered into a raffle to win a 30 minute sports masssage!

For more information and to register, please click here to go to our Races and Event page.

To find other places to paddle, kayak and canoe all over the USA, go to our Places to Paddle page and click on any state, or check out nationwide kayak, canoe and paddle events and races on our Paddling Events and Races page.

If you would like us to post your favorite place to paddle, kayak or canoe or your favorite paddling event or race, please use our handy contact form to send us the details.