THIS EVENT IS WEATHER DEPENDENT

• We will meet at Van Buren State Park at 2:00PM for race signups and the race brief.
• The Direction and start time of the race will be chosen on the morning of the race to optimize the conditions for a fast, fun, challenging race. 
• This will be a modified downwind course. With the option of a buoy course hinging on conditions. 
• Race will start between 3:00PM and 5:00PM weather dependent
• Race length will be 5 miles
• Water Start
• Course along the shoreline of Lake Michigan
• Leash and PFD (personal flotation device) required and enforced
• Recreational passport is required. You can purchase one for $16 for the whole year to be used at any state park.
• Please contact us with any additional questions using info@4the22.life

• Unlimited (over 14′)
• 14′
• 12’6″
• Surf Style (12’2″ and under)
• Prone
• Recreational Kayak
• Sea Kayak
• High Performance Kayak

IF YOU DO NOT PRE-REGISTER, make sure you SHOW UP EARLY enough to register prior to our 3pm start time. All check-ins should take place before 2:45PM.

REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY FOR ALL PADDLERS!

If you are in need of a paddle board, arrangements can be made prior to race day. We have a suggested donation of $30 to utilize a board, paddle, leash, PFD. All of the donated proceeds will go toward getting our Heroes on the water and bringing balance to their lives! Please contact us for details.

(limited availability/ first come first serve)