Get set for the excitement on Saturday, July 21, 2012. The 33rd annual Paddle & Portage Canoe Race welcomes long-time competitors and new paddlers to this one-of-a-kind Madison event.
Hundreds of participants paddle the lakes and portage across the isthmus from James Madison Park to the finish line at Olin Park.
The race begins at 9 a.m. sharp with a 1.5-mile paddle on Lake Mendota, followed by a 1-mile portage across downtown Madison, to the final 1.5-mile paddle across Lake Monona.
At Olin Park, the post-race celebration is open to everyone, with live music, food, ice-cold beer and beverages, and of course, the Paddle & Portage Awards Ceremony.
Isthmus Weekly and TheDailyPage.com are proud to announce our new professional management of this great isthmus-centric event!
Expect a great race, a good time and a ton of hospitality from your hosts, in partnership with long-time sponsors as well as some newcomers, including Clean Lakes Alliance, a nonprofit devoted to cleaning and protecting the Yahara River Watershed.
Conact us with any questions: paddleportage@isthmus.com
