CLEVELAND! BLAZING PADDLES PADDLEFEST Races 14, 6, 3 Miles *Rentals*Unattended*

Blazing Paddles Paddlefest 2024 (races) REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Blazing Paddles is a paddlefest for kayaks, canoes, surfskis and paddleboards on the Cuyahoga River, a hard-working, historic & scenic body of water that's risen like a Phoenix since the June 22, 1969 fire ignited the environmental movement. You have two paddling options.

** Change Notice: Hey Guys,
ALL EVENTS HAVE TO BE PREPAID ONLY, yeah I know. Some paddlers DO NEED A PADDLE. maniac mark, sad lauren caused this problem, not me. When you sign up to attend a PAID EVENT, there's no disputing published fees when you arrive. So, going forward all events have to be PREPAID due to poor, cheap, immature and strange behaviours of Lauren, Mark and another young paddler. Again, ALL EVENTS ARE NOW PREPAID ONLY.

.... the event!

1. Register on this site for one of the three race lengths (3.2 (Carl Stokes memorial), 6.8 (Ruth Patrick Memorial), or 14.4 miles (Rachel Carlson Memorial) or
2. If you are trying to register for the casual 9.8-mile recreational Dave Vasarhelyi Memorial paddle, this is NOT the registration website. Please register at Race Roster
3. There will be NO same-day registration at the Rivergate Park site. Please register early.
4. No Refunds - No Transfers - No Rollovers

You'll be navigating a curvy and protected urban course that flows past a unique mix of riverfront sites where bridges and iconic pyramids of sand and stone stand in contrast to paved paths and green-spaces.
2022 results from our timing partner Run the Land Events (link)
https://paddleguru.com/races/BlazingPaddlesPaddlefest2023

https://paddleguru.com/races/BlazingPaddlesPaddlefest2023/directions

Reminders of safety stuff you already know

• Reminder PFD is needed for this open water outing.
• Return back whenever you like but consider traveling in 1+ groups. The more the merrier usually holds true.

Craving for a large Kayaking event? This is just what you're wanting to do. Ohio River Paddlefest Official Site

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY. . .
Warning: There are inherent and significant elements of risk involved in activities associated with paddle sports including but not limited to kayaks and canoes (referred to herein as “activity”) and the equipment there with.

Acknowledgment of Risks; I realize that changing water flow, water current, wind and weather conditions, submerged objects, the presence of other watercraft, the speed at which I travel, stability characteristics of watercraft, certain foreseen and unforeseen hazards or events that can contribute to the unpredictability of the activity, that certain risks associated with this activity including but not limited to overturning, flipping over, collision and sinking can result in getting wet, minor injuries, major injuries, exposure to the elements, drowning, damage to, or loss of personal property. I further understand that by wearing a US Coast Guard approved personal floatation device is a basic safety precaution, that I might suffer from accidents in remote places where medical attention and/or facilities may not be readily available, and that I should ask about other potential hazards and recommended precautions and procedures. I further understand and realize that participation in the activity whether alone or with a group can result in personal injury, accidents, illness including but not limited to hypothermia, puncture wounds, broken bones, sprains, bruises, cuts and scrapes, insect bites, head injuries, paralysis, dismemberment or death.

Express Assumption of Risk and Responsibility; In recognition of the risks of the activity which I will engage in, I confirm that I am physically and mentally capable of participating in the activity and using the equipment. I participate willingly and voluntarily and I assume full responsibility for damage or to loss of personal property as a result of any accident that may occur.

Release; in consideration of services and/or property provided, I do hereby release the Organizer(s) of Ohio Kayaking Club, Michael McKinley and anyone involved with this Meetup group from all liability and waive any claim for damage arising from any cause whatsoever, except that which is a result of gross negligence.

Thank You!