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Elk River Challenge human-powered watercraft race this Saturday

Bring your kayaks, canoes, rowboats, pedal boats, rowing shells, outrigger canoes, and/or paddle boards, and don’t forget your life vest and whistle for the 21st Annual Elk River Challenge human-powered boat race this Saturday, July 30.

The race starts at Brady’s Oysters at the foot of the Elk River Bridge and goes into the Elk River estuary and back over your choice of a 7-mile or 3-mile round-trip course.

There is a $10 entry fee for each racer. Race registration starts at 9 a.m. with the pre-race meeting set for 10:15 a.m. and the race start at 11 a.m.

There’s a division for everyone and awards in all divisions.

All boaters must have a life vest, whistle, and basic boating skills. Motorboats will patrol the course to assist any paddlers in need of aid.

More info: soundrowers.org or call 360-589-7000