Join the Hudson River Watertrail Association on August 6th, 2011 for the Paddle for the Cause benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The Paddle for the Cure is for racers and for those who want to come out and have a good time on the Hudson River. We'll have a challenging 17-mile race and a laid-back 11-mile poker paddle.

Advance Registration is available through active.com
Pre registration $45 until July 11th, $55 after July 11th.

• Paddle race: For the adventurous and hearty kayak, surfski, or outrigger canoe paddler, the 16-mile race will be a great challenge. The course will start in Cold Spring and travel northbound to Bannerman's Castle and then continue southbound to Annesville Creek. Racers will start at 10:00 am
• Poker Paddle Description: The poker paddle is an 11-mile fun paddle with stops along the way where you'll pick up a single playing card in 5 spots along the course. At the end of the paddle course, whoever has the best poker hand, wins! Poker paddlers start at 9:15 am.
• Post-Race BBQ: And don't miss the fantastic post-race BBQ. Food will be free for all racers and available for purchase for spectators.
• Boats: No boats under 14 feet allowed for the race. If you need to rent a kayak, contact Hudson Valley Outfitters.
• Prizes: Fabulous prizes will be awarded to the top male and female racers for the 16-mile race and the top poker paddle participant. We'll also raffle off some great products from our sponsors!
• Mandatory Gear: PFD's w/whistle Must be worn at all times. Poker Paddlers - 14 foot minimum boat with 2 bulkheads or 1 bulkhead and 1 bow flotation device. All competitors must sign a liability release waiver.
• Suggested Gear: Water, sunscreen, hats, VHF Radio

All racers and poker paddle participants will get a race t-shirt, post-race food/beverage and a great day on the Hudson!

There will be a shuttle at the end of the event back up to Cold Spring to retrieve your cars.

If you need transport for you and your boat from NYC please contact us at vicepresident@hrwa.org and we will make sure to keep you posted on trailer and car-share opportinties as they develop.

We are grateful to, and encourage you to support, the event's sponsors:
REI, Zico, Mike Samuels Graphics, Atlantic Kayak Tours, Hudson Valley Outfitters, Veggie Patch, Ex Officio, Power Bar, Eastern Mountain Sports, Stonewall Foundation, BobBQ's, Flex-Power, CPR Sanitation