Paddle the Canal Challenge at Fjordin Crossin

24113 U.S. 101,Hoodsport WA 98548

15 May, 2022

Description

The Paddle the Canal Challenge is a family friendly canoes, kayak, SUPs and/or small sailboat race across Hood Canal. Boats launch off the beach at the Hoodsport Marina and cross the Canal following a parade of vessels to Tahuya, on the far shore (about 5 miles). Vessels are followed by safety boats. Details: LOCATION: Port of Hoodsport - 24113 US 101, Hoodsport, WA 98548DEADLINE TO REGISTER: Thurs, May 12, 7PM (that gives me all of Friday to assemble the participant packets)PRE PACKET PICK UP: Sat, May 14 from 2-5PM at Hardware Distillery (Hood Canal Events will provide a light bite and complimentary sample of one of Hardware Distillery's spirits)COST: $19 (children under 10 are free)Kayaks are not included in the registration fee. Call Christina at Hood Canal Adventures to reserve your kayak IN ADVANCE by Thurs, May 13. (360)301-6310 or E: [email protected] Day of Race: May 15 | 11:00 am. | On-site registration for Paddle the Canal Challenge begins. Food vendors at the Hoodsport dock are open. Local oysters and Scandinavian specialties are on the menu. The Aquavit Grotto (21+), serving cocktails, is open. 12:30 pm. | PARADE 1:00 pm | At the Hoodsport dock, the barrel of Aquavit on the Twanoh will set sail. Paddle the Canal participants follow the Twanoh. 2:00 pm (approximately) The Twanoh returns to the Hoodsport dock.Paddle the Canal participants return to the beach. Awards ceremony and prizes for Paddle the Canal. 2:30 – 5:00 pm Post-party in Hoodsport.