Author: Warren Currie

NOTICE – – ALL paddlers (both RACE & TOUR) will be shuttled to the STARTS�of their events.
The Finish is the same at the Edmonton Queen River Boat – but the Awards and BBQ will be in the park by the River Boat.

Below is a listing of “check in” and “shuttle times”.

If you are doing the RACE distance – and NOT using the shuttle service you MUST still come to Rafters Landing at 8:00 AM to register and get your race number. �No RACE number = No time.

River RACE Paddlers
Check-in is at�8:00 AM�at the Rafters Landing / Edmonton Queen River Boat Parking lot.
Shuttle to RACE Start leaves at 8:30 AM (only for Pre registered competitors)
ALL Paddlers MUST have a�LEASH, WHISTLE and PFD – NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

River TOUR Paddlers
Check-in is at�8:30 AM�at the Rafters Landing / Edmonton Queen River Boat Parking lot.
Shuttle to TOUR�Start leaves at 9:00 AM (only for Pre registered competitors)
ALL Paddlers MUST have a�LEASH, WHISTLE and PFD – NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

ALL Paddlers will finish at Rafters Landing (Edmonton Queen River Boat)

BBQ / Race awards and partial Draw Prizes will be at the park by the River Boat

Below is a Map of the River Course – showing hazards and other important information.
Hard copies are available in the store.

** PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE SHALLOW SECTIONS IN THE RIVER – BE AWARE! **

Starboard presents the -�10th Annual Easy Rider SUP Cup
August 19 & 20, 2017

Saturday, August 19
Stand Up Paddleboard Race & Tour�on the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton.
Race will be approximately 16 km. � � � � � � � Touring class will be approximately 8 km.

BBQ / Race Trophies and partial Draw Prizes will be handed out at the end of the Race.

FREE Shuttle service provided to Pre-Registered �Race and Tour paddlers.

Sunday, August 20
SUP Polo AND SUP Fishing Derby
Both events at Hermitage Park Lake
SUP Polo will consist of Teams of 3 people.

SUP Fishing Derby will be held at the same time as the Polo Matches.
*Alberta Fishing licenses are required
Awards and partial Draw Prizes will follow at end SUP Polo and the SUP Fishing Derby

Each event is $30.
Tons of draw prizes.
All ability levels.

Must have your own Board / Paddle / Leash / Whistle and PFD – for the Race and Tour.
Fishing Derby will require PFD’s and a Leash (as well as own board and paddle).
Boards and paddles will be provided for the SUP Polo.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR SHUTTLE SERVICE IS AUGUST 13, 2017
After August 13 – you will be on your own for getting to the race and tour start, and back from the finish.

Pre Registration is now available in store at The Easy Rider.

IF you have signed up for our 8th Annual SUP River Trek – please read the following. �
(If you have NOT signed up – SORRY – the event is FULL)�

Here are a few things to know about the Easy Rider SUP River Trek this weekend.
Shuttle depart location – Laurier Park Boat Launch. �(this is the park at Story Land Valley Zoo).
Drive in the Exit (sign says – no entry except boats – find the boat and trailer parking – unload your board – then go park).
Shuttle depart time – Be there by 8:30 AM to load boards in to the van. �If you have a board bag – bring it.
The Bus and van leave at 9:00 AM SHARP – NO EXCEPTIONS
We will then drive to the Devon boat launch – and will aim for a 10:00 AM start time on the river.
*For those NOT taking the shuttle – please be at the Devon Boat Launch (below the Devon Bridge) by 9:30 AM �

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The paddle takes between 4 and 5 hours – depending on river flow rate – and number of rest stops we make. �

**Mandatory things to have**
Board / Paddle / Leash / Whistle / PFD (either the �normal kind� worn or strapped to board – or the inflatable type – which must be worn).
***If you do not have these items – you will not be allowed to partake in the paddle. No exceptions.***

Suggested items to bring that will make the day better:
Water (either water bottles or a hydration pack)
Snacks (it is easier to have a bunch small snacks – rather than a big lunch).
Booties / water shoes / sport sandals (we stop on some gravel bars in the middle of the river and it is more comfortable to walk with foot wear).
Sunscreen /�Bug spray /�Hat
Sunglasses – WITH a string to hold them on in the event of a fall.
Extra clothes – warmer top / etc. – incase it gets cold.
Camera – waterproof and or water proof case for cell phone.

ALCOHOL / CIGARETTES and VAPES are NOT allowed – please do not bring them.

We will have a safety meeting prior to launch.

Finally, although this is a casual paddle with the river current – it is still a paddle – not a float.
You will be required to put in some effort to get down the river in a timely manner. �