Gig Harbor's Inaugural Paddlers Cup Set in April

Beautiful Gig Harbor bay will be the location for the Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup and Expo on April 28 and 29. The inaugural event will feature competitive paddle racing for kayaks, canoes and SUP (stand-up paddle boards), to benefit the Gig Harbor Kayak Club and Surfrider Foundation.

The Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup will be based at Skansie Brothers Park and Jerisich Dock in the heart of historic downtown Gig Harbor with event races for all three categories taking place inside the harbor. Race schedule will be:

Saturday, April 28

• 10 a.m. SUP Races begin
• 10:05 a.m. Sea Kayak and Canoe Races begin
• 10:10 a.m. Sprint Canoe and Kayak Races begin
• Time to be determined – Para Canoe Race

Sunday, April 29

• 9 a.m. Sprint races begin, all categories
• Time to be determined – Para Canoe Race

Each day the event will run throughout the day with vendors and booths set up in the park while the races are taking place. The Expo in the park is an opportunity to try out equipment, view new boats and learn more about paddling sports.

To see more information on the course for both the distance and sprint races visit the website at www.gigharborpaddlerscup.com. Registration is also available for both competitors and vendors online.

Special rates are available at Gig Harbor area hotels for participants. Rooms are limited so booking early is encouraged.

For additional information about the Gig Harbor Paddlers Cup please contact event organizer Missy Hill at 253-230-3631 or Coach Alan Anderson 253-208-6365.