Here are some great Kayaking & Canoeing Races and Events for May 2009!

Washington (State):
Go Wild Kayak Event, Saturday, May 2.
Inside Passage Kayak Expedition: The expedition will leave from Gig Harbor, Washington and continue on all the way up the coast of Washington, through the islands of Canada, and into the ports of Alaska.

Reno, Nevada
The 6th annual Reno River Festival, May 8-10.
This festival takes place in the heart of downtown Reno at the Truckee River Whitewater Park. Some of the events scheduled are, most extreme whitewater competition, charity raft race, open free style competition and whitewater clinics.

Michigan:
The Bushwhacker 2009 May 16 – May 21.
There are three different races. Solo or tandem teams and any type of canoe or kayak can be used. These events will start at Lumberjack Park, Riverdale, Michigan. The park is located on the pine river.
The Bushwhacker Sprint is a 10 mile paddle down the pine river to Sumner Park. Rental canoes will be available
The Bushwhacker Cruise is a 40 mile paddle. Paddle down the pine river to the town of Alma. This paddle is for boaters that do not wish to do the full 150 mile race, but want to spend a little more time on the water than the 10 mile sprint.
The Bushwhacker 150, this is a 150 mile race plus 7 miles portage. This race is on the Pine River and the Chippewa River.

New Jersey
The 37 annual Toms River Canoe and Kayak Race, Sunday May 17, 2009.
This event is held annually on the Toms River from Riverwood Park to Huddy Park. The race course is 8 miles. Categories are men’s, women’s, solo, tandem, family, youth, experienced and novice. According to their website, there will be free transportation for you & your boat to the starting point.

Maine
The 2nd Annual Aroostook River 60 mile canoe & kayak race, Sunday, May 17.
Paddlers will put in at the Ashland Boat launch area next to the Ashland Fish and Game Club. Kayaking and canoeing down the river to the finish line located at the boat loading area in Fort Fairfield. According to their website, this is the largest river race in the State Of Maine.

Click here to visit our kayak, canoe races and events page to find the links to these websites and to find many other races and events that are going on all year all over the U.S.

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If you live on the East Coast and are looking to put your kayak or canoe in the water and join in on the fun of a race or event – then April is the month for you!

Here’s a list of kayaking and canoeing races and events we’ve found for you:

Maine
If Maine is your State, than check out the 43rd Annual Kenduskeag Stream Canoe Race on Saturday, April 18 in Penobscot County, Maine. This race is sponsored by The Bangor Parks and Recreation Dept. There are many classes to choose from including kayaks and Senior/Junior events.

Georgia
Altamaha River Run, Jesup, Ga. Saturday, April 11, this is an 8 or 16 mile family paddle with experienced guides. Paddling will begin at Paradise Park in Wayne County. The 8 mile paddle will end at Williamsburg Landing. The 16 mile will end at Altamaha Regional Park at Everett City in Glynn County.

South Carolina
The East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival, April 17-19, at James County Island Park, Charleston South Carolina…. This is a full weekend which includes lectures, on-water classes, and demonstrations directed to the novice and experienced paddler.

Florida
The 32nd Wild Hog Canoe and Kayak Race, April 25, (alternate date, May 2) Bronson Florida…. According to their website you will be paddling down the Waccasassa River over obstacles big and small for a chance to win prizes. Registration fee covers your entry into the race, a free meal, race t shirt, and bottled water. Paddles will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each category.

New York
Wild Water Derby, April 25 & 26 in Shortsville/Manchester New York. ….”A crazy canoe, kayak and raft race on the Canadaigua Outlet.”This event is a family-friendly day on the water that includes kayak, canoe, and homemade raft races with awards in each category.

Click here to visit our kayak, canoe races, & events page to find the link to these websites and to find many other races and events that are going on all year all over the U.S.

Do you have a kayak, canoe and paddling event you’d like us to feature on BornToPaddle.com? If so, click here to send us the info using our handy contact form.