Head over to Alderbrook Resort and Spa the annual event for paddlers and rowers. Trade in lucky clovers for paddles and celebrate the spirit of adventure!
This festive aquatic race offers multiple distances and welcomes both competitive paddlers and casual cruisers. Stick around for the awards ceremony, where top finishers will be recognized!
Off the water: enjoy local artists showcasing and selling their work, beer & cocktails available for purchase, and Live music to keep the good vibes flowing.
Whether racing, cheering or just soaking in the atmosphere, St. Paddles Day is the perfect way to welcome the season in true Pacific Northwest style.
Long Course: (approximately 6 miles)
Cross open water and could face strong winds and current in both directions of the crossing
Short Course: (approximately 3 miles)
Stay along one shoreline and be a round trip route (down and back), possibly facing wind and current in both directions.
Prices:
Long Course -- $40 (Pre-Registration) | $50 Same day Registration
Short Course -- $40 (Pre-Registration) | $50 Same day Registration
Schedule
9:00-10:30 AM: Registration and check in
10:30 AM: Safety Meeting for all participants, mandatory.
11:00 AM: Long Course start, muster 10:45
11:15 AM: Short Course start, muster 11:00AM
2:00 PM: Course Sweep
2:30 PM: Awards and Grand prize drawing
Paddle, party, and celebrate in Union!