About


Why does SRK host Paddlefest every year?

3 years ago, the city of Augusta asked us to bring back the old Raft Race that was so popular back in the 80's and 90's. And since we are always looking to be involved in anything that brings people out to the River, we happily obliged with our city's request and Paddlefest was born!

The main areas of focus for the event are to:

1. Promote the conservation, recreational use, and heritage of the Savannah River
  • 2. Promote paddle sports
  • 3. Promote team raft building skills
  • 4. Involve the CSRA community members in fun river activities
  • 5. Encourage and involve our youth in an alternative meaningful recreational activity/sport
What are the rules and regulations for the race?
Rules, Regulations and Details

- Kayak/Canoe Race (.doc)
- Home-Made Raft Competition (.doc)
What are the various ways that you can register?

1. Online: Open until August 27, 2009 @ 11:59 pm EDT
- Preferred method
- Pre-registration price of $35/person

2. At the SRK office: August 28, 2009 - 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm EDT
- Pre-registration and pick up packets

3. Day of Event: August 29, 2009 - 7:00 am - 9:00 am EDT
- Kayak/Canoe Race Registration: Savannah Rapids Pavilion
- Raft Competition Registration: North Augusta Boat Landing
- Packets can be picked up at registration locations above

What are the entry fees for the events?
Kayak/Canoe Race (per person)
  Individuals Students
Pre-Registration $35 $15
Day of Event $45 $20

Raft Competition
  First 2 Rafters Rafters #3 and above Student Rafters #3 and above
Pre-Registration $35 $20 $15
Day of Event $45 $30 $25


*All registration fees include t-shirt and lunch

What are the kayak/canoe categories this year?
Open Class and Recreational Categories
Male Female M/F/Mixed
C1 C1 C2
K1 K1 K2
Will there be areas where for-profit and/or non-profit vendors can set up?

Yes. Vendors, exhibitors and nonprofits will have the opportunity to participate in Paddlefest. Click for details

Schedule of Events

    August 19
    4:59 pm
    - Deadline for Online Registration

    Friday, August 20
    Last day for discounted fee
    2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    - Registration and packet pick-ups @ Savannah Riverkeeper Office $35/person

    Saturday, August 21
    Day of Event
    $45/person
    Kayakers/Canoers @ Savannah River Rapids Pavilion
    - Registration and Packet Pick-Ups 8 am - 9 am
    - Race starts 9:30 am

    Rafts @ North Augusta Boat Landing - click for details
    - Registration and Packet Pick-Ups 8 am - 9 am
    - Kayak/Canoe groups will launch in 10 min. intervals
    - Rafts will be floated down and begin 10 am from Hammond's Ferry Boat Ramp

    All proceeds of the race will benefit