Chesapeake Bay Paddle - hosted by Kent Island Outrigger Canoe Club

July 26, 2025
1K, 5K, Others

Race Description

The Chesapeake Bay Paddle is set to take place on July 26, 2025, at the Kent Island Yacht Club in Chester, MD. This annual event features a variety of race distances including a 35-mile circumnavigation race for various types of watercraft, alongside shorter races of 10 miles, 3 miles, and a family-friendly 1-mile paddle.

Participants will have the opportunity to take part in a vibrant post-race celebration that includes food and beverages, benefitting local conservation efforts. Registration is currently open, and racers are encouraged to sign up before the cut-off date for t-shirts on June 30, 2025. With a portion of the proceeds going to key environmental organizations, the Chesapeake Bay Paddle combines competitive spirit with community impact.

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