River City Rodeo


Saturday, June 14, 2008 -
1 p.m.

Welcome to the Crocs River City Rodeo showcasing some of the East Coast's top paddlers as they throw big moves on the Hollywood Rapids of the James River in Richmond.

Bring your boat and paddle but leave the cowboy hat at home because there is no bull in this rodeo. This challenge will be judged and medals will be awarded to the top three participants who throw the biggest and most technical moves. Each participant will be entered into a raffle for prizes.

You don’t want to miss your chance to participate!

James River Adventure Games
Canoe/Kayak
Schedule of Events

Saturday, June 16

1 p.m. Crocs River City Rodeo Kayak Freestyle Competition — Hollywood Rapid

3 p.m.

Jammin' on the James Canoe/Kayak Boatercross — Hollywood Rapid
 

What:

Crocs River City Rodeo on the James River
 
When:

Saturday June 14*

*Kayakers will meet at the top of Belle Isle at Grateful Dead Rock just bellow First Break and Approach rapid at 3 p.m.. Start times will be assigned for each competitor's run through each rapid.

Rapid Start Time
Hollywood 3 p.m.
   
 
Where: Check in from Noon - 1:30 p.m. at the Registration Tent on Brown's Island.

Directions to Brown's Island:  Take I-95 Exit 74-A onto the Downtown Expressway.  Take first exit on Canal Street heading West.  Make a left onto 5th Street South and take it to the riverfront.  There is some on-street parking available along with space in the Federal Reserve lot.

 
Cost: $15* online through June 12
$20* day of the event
Race fee includes:  t-shirt, awesome course, recovery food and snacks and live music.

*Includes a $10 fee for insurance for a one day American Canoe Association membership. If you are already an ACA member, bring your membership card with you on Race Day check in for a $10 rebate.

 
Register:

Online through June 12.

Walk Up Registration will be available on Brown's Island on Saturday, June 14 from Noon to 1 p.m.

 

Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.

 
Packet Pick up: Check in from Noon - 1:30 pm at the Registration Tent on Brown's Island.
 
Entry Confirmation: Click here to see if your entry has been received.  No confirmations will be mailed.
 
Prizes: Medals awarded to the top three contestants male or female.
 
Insurance:

Your entry fee includes a $10 fee for insurance for a one day American Canoe Association membership. If you are already an ACA member, bring your membership card with you on Race Day check in for a $10 rebate.

 
More Info: Call the Sports Backers (804) 285-9495.



                                                    
Updated on 05/13/2008