Smith River Boat Race
Event Info
Date: August 11, 2018

Start Time: 12:30 PM

Distance: 4.8 Miles

Location View In Google Maps
Smith River Sports Complex
 1000 Irisburg Road
 Axton, VA 24054
Schedule
Aug 11, 2018
  • 9:00 AM Smith River Fest Begins
  • 9:30 AM Registration for Smith River Boat Race
  • 10:00 AM Helgramite Hustle 5K Mud Run Starts
  • 11:30 AM Registration for Smith River Boat Race is Closed
  • 12:00 PM Last Boat Race Shuttle Departs
  • 12:15 PM Mandatory Safety Meeting at Starting Line
  • 12:30 PM Smith River Boat Race Starts
  • 2:30 PM Blue Ridge Duck Race Starts
  • 3:00 PM Awards Ceremony
  • 5:00 PM Smith River Fest Ends
Description
Race Categories. Awards are given in the following categories:
Racing Kayak (13’+) Male
Racing Kayak (13’+) Female
Rec Kayak (12’11”-) Male
Rec Kayak (12’11”-) Female
Tandem Kayak
Solo Canoe Male
Solo Canoe Female
Tandem Canoe
Stand-up Paddle Board (SUP)

River Safety
All boaters must wear a coast guard approved PFD (life jacket) when on the river.
Paddle with others if possible.
Carry a spare paddle.
When paddling in wind, stay close to the shore.
Use caution when launching or landing on slippery rocks or muddy areas.
If you capsize, stay calm. Hold onto boat and paddle and move to shallow water.
Do not attempt to stand up in moving water deeper than knee deep.
Contacts
Roger Adams
 Email: [email protected]
 Phone: 276-634-4640
Previous Results