Time again to start thing about this great event! Start training now by giving up those after work naps, the two jelly donuts in the mornings and the “Maybe I’ll get out paddling next week.” procrastination. Check your gear over, wash and polish? the kayak and get out there paddling! It’s a good time for a good cause!! The North and South Rivers Watershed Association is a very worthwhile proactive group that has and continues to monitor and improve that watershed system. Please support them and do something for yourself at the same time.
NSRWA’s 18th Annual River Challenge
The Great River Race
North and South Rivers Watershed Association, Inc.
.Norwell, MA • 781-659-8168 • www.nsrwa.org
IMPORTANT RACE INFORMATION
All skill levels are invited to participate in the NSRWA’s 18th Annual Great River Race – from novice to racer. Non-motorized vessels including canoes, kayaks and rowboats participate in the race, piloted by people of all ages. (Participants 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.) The race is fun, challenging and a great way for an individual or the whole family to get out and enjoy and help us promote the rivers!
We also will have the “Best Decorated Boat or Boater†award for the less serious, but creative paddler.
STARTING LINE
Registration begins at 11:30 AM. The race begins at 1:00 PM. The starting line is at the Union Street Bridge (USB) on the Marshfield/Norwell line. Take out is at the Hanover Canoe Launch, approximately one mile up river from the Washington Street Bridge “finish line†on the Hanover/Pembroke Line. The race course is about 6.5 miles.
TRANSPORTATION LOGISTICS
No official shuttling service will by offered by the NSRWA, so please make sure your transportation is taken care of. Those racing, and arriving early, can pre-stage shuttle vehicles at the Hanover Canoe Launch take out, or catch a ride with a friend back to Union Street after the race.
AWARDS CELEBRATION
After the race, join us as the fun continues at the Awards Celebration that will be held at McGreal’s Tavern, 690 Main Street (entrance in rear, on West Street) in Norwell Center (near the start of the race) from 3:30- 5 pm. Trophies and ribbons will given to the top three winners in each category. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
REGISTRATION FORM
MNSRWA’s 18th Annual River Challenge –The Great River Race
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Please complete this form (both sides) and mail to:
:NSRWA/GRR, PO Box 43, NORWELL, MA 02061
Participant Information
Name #1: ______________________ Age: _____ M or F (circle one)
Name #2:______________________ Age: _____ M or F (circle one)
Name #3: ______________________ Age: _____ M or F (circle one)
Telephone: ________________________________________________ E-mail ___________________________________________________ Mailing Address: ___________________________________________ City: _______________________ State: _____ Zip _____________
NOTE: ALL RACERS MUST WEAR PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES – NO EXCEPTIONS!
Division
â’ Rowing (Sliding Seat Single)
â’ Canoe double (men)
â’ Rowing (Fixed Seat Double)
â’ Canoe double (women)
â’ Rowing (Fixed Seat Single)
â’ Canoe double (mixed: M/F)
â’ Racing Kayak
â’ Canoe family (at least 1 child under age 16)
â’ Kayak single (men)
â’ *Senior Division (65+ Specify
â’ Kayak single (women)
vessel type) ________________
â’ Kayak double (all)
â’ Best Decorated Boat (or Boater)
* Best Senior time in each category will be recognized.
Pre-Registration Donation– Pre-registration is strongly encouraged! Donation is per craft and includes one T-shirt (Additional T-shirts are available at $10 each). $25 donation per craft for NSRWA members • $30 donation per craft for non-members
Registration on Race Day
Registration on the race day will be $30 donation per craft, regardless of member status. The race begins at 1:00 PM. If not pre-registered, please arrive by noon to ensure participation in the race.
Registration Donation
Member per Craft @ $25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .= ______ Non-Member per Craft @ $30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .= ______ One T- shirt (included) Medium ____ Large___ X-Large ____ Additional T-shirts:#_____ in size Medium@ $10 each . . . .= $______
#_____ in size Large @ $10 each . . . . = $______
#_____ in size X-Large @ $10 each . . = $______ Total amount enclosed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .= $______
Make checks payable to: NSRWA, P.O. Box 43 Norwell, MA 02061
ABOUT THE NSRWA
The North & South Rivers Watershed Association, incorporated in 1970, aims to make the North & South Rivers and their tributaries accessable to all the people in our watershed, in addition to protecting and preserving these beautiful resources. For more information about the NSRWA, contact our office at 781-659-8168, e-mail us at paula@nsrwa.org, or visit www.nsrwa.org
DIRECTIONS
Union Street Bridge Starting Line
• From Route 3, exit 12: Follow Route 139 East to Mobil Gas Station. Turn left onto Union Street, and follow Union Street to the North River
• From Route 3, Exit 13: Follow Route 53 North to Route 123. Follow Route 123 East through Norwell Center, turn right onto Bridge Street and follow to the North River.
Hanover Canoe Launch Take-out
• From the Union Street Bridge, follow Bridge Street (Norwell) to Route 123. Turn left onto Route 123. Follow Route 123 for less than 1 mile. Bear left onto Dover Street, which leads onto River Street. Follow River Street through Hanover Four Corners to Route 53. Cross Route 53 onto Broadway. At the fork, bear left onto Elm Street. Follow Elm Street and take a left just before crossing stone bridge onto Indian Head Drive, then follow to the end.
Washington Street Bridge To view the finish line
• From the Union Street Bridge, follow Bridge Street (Norwell) to Route 123. Turn left onto Route 123. Follow Route 123 for less than 1 mile. Bear left onto Dover Street, which leads onto River Street. Follow River Street to Hanover Four Corners. Take a left onto Washington Street and follow to the North River.
McGreal’s Tavern Awards Celebration
• From the Washington Street Bridge, follow Washington Street to Hanover Four Corners. Take a right onto River Street, and follow River Street toward Norwell Center. Bear right onto Dover Street, then take the next left onto West Street. McGreal’s Tavern is on the right.
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