Our Friendswood and League City Rotary clubs canoe/kayak race down Clear Creek has partnered with the City of Friendswood, City of League City, Galveston County Consolidated Drainage District, Friends of Downtown Friendswood and Clear Creek Preservation Societies to:
• Install a canoe launch at 1776 Park and extend the existing Clear Creek Paddle Trail through Friendswood
• Establish an inter-Rotary club partnership with League City
• Raise awareness for the preservation of Clear Creek as a recreational feature and important flood drainage for the region
• Promote Rotary's Community Outreach
• Promote City Parks and Amenities
2021 Rotary Regatta - October 17, 2021 - 4th Annual
1776 Park, Friendswood, TX
9:45am - Race Preparations & Staging
10:00am - Race Begins!
Countryside Park, League City, TX
12:00pm - Finish Line
Online-only registration will begin soon.
The Rotary Regatta is rain or shine. If cancellation does take place due to severe water or weather conditions, all entry fees will be considered as a tax deductible donation supporting the Rotary Clubs.
Regatta Rules:
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Please note that online registration will close on Saturday, October 16, 2021 ( midnight).
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All participants must wear US Coast Guard approved PFD's (personal flotation device) during the entire race. They must be worn as the manufacturer designed them to be worn. Any participant found not abiding by this rule will be disqualified.
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Minimum age for participation is 18. 11 to 17 with Parental Consent Form
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Canoes and kayaks shall be placed in the designated starting area boats or competitors cannot touch the water until they are given further instructions by the Race Director. Any participant in the water will be disqualified if caught by a race official.
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Inflatable canoes and kayaks that are paddled are allowed (inflatable rafts or other crafts that are ROWED are NOT allowed).
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Outrigger canoes are NOT allowed.
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Intentional capsizing or damaging of another competitor’s canoe or kayak will disqualify the offender.
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The Race Director has the right to remove and/or disqualify a participant due to behavior or alcohol/drug influenced impairment.
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All previous race numbers from previous years must be removed from boats or competitors will be subject to disqualification.
Starting Order
Short Kayak K-1 & Long Kayak K-1 - 10:00am
ICF K-1 / Surf Ski / Unlimited Solo - 10:30am
Recreational Canoe - 10:45am
Race Divisions & Boat Specs:
