Muskoka Poker Run
22km race for singles only
Saturday, august 12th, 2023, port carling, on
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This is an epic 22km singles only race/row, open for both flat water and open water shells, with about 40% being suitable for flatwater shells and 60% better suited to open water shells - you choose:). It starts in Port Carling and follows the top of Lake Muskoka on a loop, finishing back in Port Carling. We have a video of the course from a motorboat you can check out.
What does race/row mean? It means just that: we all line up together and row hard as if we’re racing, but no one is timing you. The race part means, we’re all rowing hard to try to push ourselves for the shear joy of the torture. It’s not a Sunday afternoon paddle. In the end, we all take away our own personal experiences without having to compare times. Entry is $15.00 (inc tax). Bring your own refreshments for after and everything you need for a hard row. We’ll have safety boats on the water and will be communicating among safety boats by radio to ensure everyone is safe. It is up to you to know the course and watch the video, feel free to choose to have your phone showing a map to you during the race, but our safety boats will also be directing you where to go. The event takes place right in town which offers a range of activities all within 10 mins walking distance put on in Port Carling (restaurants, shopping, beach, playground, parks, hiking). Plan to stick around for our small local regatta right after the Poker Run. If you can handle a little fun relay after this epic row it will be a day to remember.
What shell to choose? Well - that’s up to you. We have those that think a flat water shell on this course is insane, and those that like the crazy challenge. The choice is yours - we look forward to supporting you on a memorable morning.
LINKS:
2021 RACE LINKS
2021 Event Package
Course Video
***For 2021 Race Maps - refer to 2020 maps.
2020 RACE LINKS
2020 Regatta Package
Course Video
2020 Course Overview Map
2020 Regatta Site Map
2020 Start Area Overview Map
2019 RACE LINKS
2019 Photos
2019 Regatta Package
***NEW VIDEO OF COURSE***
2019 Course Overview Map
2019 Regatta Site Map
2019 Start Area Overview Map
2018 RACE LINKS
2018 Results
2018 Photos
2018 Draw
2018 Regatta Package
2018 Regatta Site Map
2018 Start Area Overview Map
2018 Course Overview Map