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Calling all witches, goblins and ghouls! Come join us for a fun paddle around Wickford Harbor! We are also offering a Costume Contest with some great prizes! The Witches Paddle is open to all! Kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal kayaks are all welcome!
Date & Time: Sunday, October 22 from 12-2pm Rain Date: Sunday, October 29 from 12-2pm
Launch Location: Public Access beach next to Gardner's Seafood Wharf & Wilson Park
Parking for Gardner's: Public parking lot next to Gardner’s Wharf
Parking for Wilson Park: There is plenty of parking directly at the Wilson Park kayak launch.
Bib Pick-Up and Registration Check-In: 10-11:45am (located between the parking lot and the launch site)
Optional Photo Op: We will be taking photos at check-in of the witches and warlocks that dressed up for the event. The photos are completely optional. By allowing the Kayak Centre to snap a photo, you are allowing us the ability to use it on future marketing materials.
Launch Times: 10-11:45am
There will be 4 categories for the costume contest with some great prizes for the winner in each category.
We will be giving out numbered race bibs at check-in for those that want to participate in the contest. The bib must be visibly pinned for the judges to see.
PFDs must be worn by all participants in order to be in accordance with Rhode Island law.
Please dress appropriately for the air and water temperature. We recommend neoprene/synthetic layers and neoprene booties since the temperatures are dropping.
Registration is required! There is a $10 registration fee (All funds will be donated to the North Kingstown Food Pantry).
Although registration is required for everyone, the costume contest is not mandatory and you can still dress up even if you don’t want to participate in the contest.
Registration is online only. We will not be accepting walk-ups for the costume contest. Virtual waivers must be signed upon arrival.
If you don't want to participate in the event, but still want to donate, please use this link:
*Please note that each participant is required to have their own SUP or kayak. The Kayak Centre will not be supplying nor renting SUPs or kayaks for use.