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    Pioneer Paddle: Black River Kayak Race
    Pioneer Paddle: Black River Kayak Race

    Pioneer Paddle: Black River Kayak Race

    Date and time

    Saturday, July 10, 2027

    Location

    Riverbend Park Kayak Launch, Croswell, MI

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    Date and time

    Saturday, July 10, 2027

    Location

    Riverbend Park Kayak Launch, Croswell, MI

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    About This Event

    Celebrate Croswell Pioneer Days on the Black River for the Pioneer Paddle kayak race.   Paddlers can choose between two distances: 1 mile out-and-back from Sanborn Road Bridge to Harrington Road Bridge and Back, or a 5K route from the Swinging Bridge to PL Graham Park and Back. Each race will have a competitive heat and a relaxed heat. 

    Sponsored by the Croswell Library, this family-friendly race welcomes beginners, casual paddlers, and competitive racers alike, with giveaways, prizes, and a festive atmosphere at the finish line.

    Everyone who signs up will get a T-Shirt and everyone who finishes will get a medal. 

    FAQ

    1. Do I need my own kayak?

    Yes, participants must provide their own kayak.

    1. Do I need to wear a lifejacket?

    Yes, you need a US Coast Guard approved wearable flotation device.

    1. Can I use a canoe, raft, or other type of paddling water craft?

    For competitive heats, you must use a single person kayak. If you are entering the noncompetitive heat, you may use whatever you want as long as it's propelled by paddles. Anything homemade should be reserved for the Cardboard Boat Race.

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    Distances

    3.0 mi