RACE #2: 9th Annual Pocomoke River Canoe & Kayak Challenge

May 17, 1997

Race #2 in the Triple Crown Paddle Classic is a ten mile heat, taking place on the Pocomoke River in Snow Hill, Maryland. The course begins 1/4 mile upstream from the Pocomoke River bridge at the Tri-State pier in Snow Hill. The course continues to wind 5 miles downstream to the Pocomoke River State Forest Park's Shad Landing Area. The Challenge course continues downstream through Corker's Creek, before passing Shad and returning to Sturgis Park in Snow Hill. The race is an event that canoeists and kayakers of all skill levels can enjoy. The registration for this United States Canoe Association (USCA) sanctioned event begins promptly at 8 AM until 8:45 AM. All canoes/kayaks must be in the water before 9:15 AM to prepare for staggered race starts. The first heat begins at 9:30 AM.

The early entry fee is $10 per paddler. Entry form envelope must be postmarked no later than Friday, May 9, 1997. The late entry fee for all registration forms received between May 10 - 17, 1997 is $15 per paddler.

Please make your checks for this race payable to, and mail to: Pocomoke River Canoe Challenge, 312 N. Washington Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863.

For more information on this race, please call 410-632-3971.

We would like to thank the following sponsors for their contribution. Without their help this race would not have been possible: Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. of Salisbury; Tyson Foods, Inc.; Delmarva Power & Light; Pizza Hut of Pocomoke City and Pocomoke River Canoe Co.

Entry Form & Race Class Information

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