June 2, 2012
Welcome to the homepage for the Great Rappahannock Whitewater Canoe and Kayak Race, now in its 32nd year. This family friendly event is designed to be as competitive or relaxed as each racer makes it, from the father/daughter tandem class to the ACA Middle States Division Whitewater Championship. The event both supports and is supported by the local community, including the Friends of the Rappahannock, the Virginia Outdoor Center, and local fire and rescue.
The numerous solo and tandem races include 1 mile sprints, five mile downriver races, and the 20 mile marathon race starting on the Rapidan River and finishing at Old Mill Park in Fredericksburg.
New this year will be a river celebration party after the day’s events have concluded. It will include great food, an award ceremony for racers, and some fantastic live music! Even if you don’t plan on racing, we hope that you and your family will join us at Old Mill Park Saturday afternoon as we celebrate the Rappahannock with food, friends, and music!
We have many events and activities to keep you and your family busy and active all day. We have some great things planned for what is sure to be a wonderful day outside.
Our Schedule:
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 | Marathon start | Ely's Ford |
| 7:30 - 9:00 | Registration and Check-in | Old Mill Park |
| 8:45 | Safety Meeting | Motts Landing |
| 9:00 | Downriver Race Starts | Motts Landing |
| 11:00 | Downriver Starts for Second Runs Only | Motts Landing |
| 12:30 - 1:30 | Sprints (solo and tandem) | Fall Hill |
| 2:30 | Scout Challenge | Old Mill Park |
| 9:30a - 5:00 | Gear Swap | Old Mill Park |
| 4:30 | Awards Ceremony | Old Mill Park |