PP Race (Pre-Race 2024) — Poulaphouca Paddlers

Poulaphouca Paddle Race

Poulaphouca Paddlers are proud to host our annual flag-ship event; Poulaphouca Paddle Race on Saturday 15th June 2024 from Blessington Rowing Club, Blessington, Co Wicklow.

Last year’s race had over one hundred entries across plenty of divisions and classes in all types of paddle craft.

We are once again very excited to be hosting this event on the beautiful Blessington lakes amidst the Wicklow hills.

Poulaphouca Paddle race caters for all levels of experience in all types of paddle craft.

RACE INFORMATION

Entry Fee: €20 Over 21’s. €10 Under 21’s, Students & Unwaged
Race is subject to licence: The race licence has now been confirmed.
Canoeing Ireland Membership: All race participants must be registered members of Canoeing Ireland. While going through the registration process, you can purchase a single-day membership for €10:00 if required.
Register: All participants should register for their chosen Division or Recreational Class below.
SUP’s: The SUP classes are now confirmed for this race. No inflateable SUP’s allowed on the lake or in the race.
Location: The race begins and ends at Blessington Rowing Club, Blessington, Co Wicklow. (Google Maps Pin)
Car Parking: The car park at Blessington Rowing Club opens at 9am and is free to enter.
Toilet Facilities: There is toilet facilities on site at the Blessington Rowing Club.
Race briefing will take place from 10:30am to 10:40am - All participants are required to attend.
The Start: Boats & Paddlers will be permitted down to the water’s edge only at designated times and intervals. The race will start at 11am sharp.
Safety: There will be adequate safety boats and marshals supervising the race at all times. All paddlers are expected to assist any other paddler who may be in difficulty and need help.
Personal Flotation Devices: All Participants in each Division/Class must wear a suitable Personal Flotation Device.
Helmets: All participants in Sit-On-Top & closed-cockpit craft (Sea kayak, Wavehopper, Gola, Wild Water Racers, General Purpose Craft, etc must bring and wear a helmet (Exceptions are made for racing K1’s & K2’s)
Spectators will be permitted on the beach to watch the race. Children must be properly supervised at all times.
Race Completion: Upon completing of the race, all boats must be carried straight back up to the car park and not left unattended.
Food & Beverages: There will be a catering trailor on site selling hot & cold drinks, Burgers, vegie burgers, chips, etc..
Prize-giving ceremony and celebrations will take place in the grounds of Blessington Rowing Club shortly after the race has ended.
Welcome: On behalf of Poulaphouca Paddlers, Blessington Rowing Club, Canoe Ireland and The Irish Canoe Marathon Committee we are looking forward to welcoming you to the fabulous Blessington lakes for the second annual Poulaphouca Paddle Race.