Grand River Canoe And Kayak Race

Name: Grand River Canoe And Kayak Race
Start: 2023-04-22
Location: Madison Township, Ohio
Rating: 5

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Annual nine-mile Grand River race from Harpersfield Covered Bridge to Hidden Valley Park. Awards to top three finishers in each race category (determined by skill level and boat type). Wear a fun, crazy hat while you race! MADDEST HAT CONTEST Are you mad? (All racers qualify!) Design a hat (or some sort of river-worthy headgear) and wear it April 22. The “maddest hat” wins a prize! The more creative, the better— just go crazy! Hats must be worn during the race and fit under bridges (clearance approx. 140 ft.).

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Annual nine-mile Grand River race from Harpersfield Covered Bridge to Hidden Valley Park. Awards to top three finishers in each race category (determined by skill level and boat type). Wear a fun, crazy hat while you race! MADDEST HAT CONTEST Are you mad? (All racers qualify!) Design a hat (or some sort of river-worthy headgear) and wear it April 22. The “maddest hat” wins a prize! The more creative, the better— just go crazy! Hats must be worn during the race and fit under bridges (clearance approx. 140 ft.).

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Date: 2023-04-22

Distance: 8.5 miles

City: Madison Township

Registration Cost: $25

State: Ohio

Hosted By: Lake Metroparks

Pros

Scenic course
Well organized
Great finisher medals
Nice t-shirts for all participants
Lots of canoe and kayak race classes
Very affordable registration fees
Free shuttle service between the start and finish line
Bald eagles are often seen flying above the river

Cons

River depth and flow can be unpredictable this time of year
No solo canoe classes
No race boat classes for canoe or kayaks
weather can be unpredictable this time of year

Scott O

Kent, Ohio