The New York Marine Rescue Center is pleased to announce that they will be hosting the 2022 Paddle Battle LI Event on Saturday, July 30th along the Peconic River in
Riverhead, NY.
It’s a race to save the Sea Turtles! This family friendly event includes a 2.5-mile amateur race and a 5-mile competitive race course. First place medals will be offered to winners in each category, for each class and distance. We also have our Casual Paddle! This is not a race it’s just a great way for family and friends to get together and paddle casually on the beautiful Peconic River!
All proceeds will go directly to the NY Marine Rescue Center, a not-for-profit 501c3 to help them save the Sea Turtles!
Registration starts at 7:30am on the Peconic Waterfront – Entry fees are $75.00/pp before June 1 st , $85/pp from June 2 nd until July 11 th before the race day, or $95.00 on the event day. Rental canoes and kayaks are available for $35.00. Life vests are required; all participants must wear their own PFD (personal floatation device) during the race.
Complete pre-registration details are at PaddleBattleLI.com or find us on Facebook
In the event of severe weather, Paddle Battle LI will be held on Sunday, July 31.