Welcome!

We here at Openwater would like to take a moment to thank you on behalf of our organization as well as the Veteran/First Responder community that we serve. Your support makes it possible for us to assist our participants in finding physical and mental health, peace, and community through the wonderful world of paddle sports. Below, you will find an itinerary as well as event day specifics for the 2023 Lake to Lake paddle at Lake Tillery, NC. Also attached is the mandatory liability release waiver, you will find it highlighted in yellow. Please complete this waiver PRIOR to the event day!!

Event Details

A reminder, the 2023 Lake to Lake paddle is NOT a race, but is rather an opportunity to show support and fellowship on the water for our cause here at Openwater.
Date: May 6, 2023
Distance: 8 miles
Paddler Check-in/T-shirt distribution: 8:30-9:30am
Start: 10am on the water at Swift Island Boat ramp 8006 NC-73, Mt Gilead, NC 27306
***This is a concrete parking lot + ramp, please prepare accordingly to protect your craft on the ground.
Finish: Lilly's Bridge Boat ramp 1183 Lilly's Bridge Rd.
Safety: Boats and skis will be on the water for emergencies. PFDs, nutrition, and hydration are not provided.
Parking: Please prepare for start and finish at different locations. We recommend that participants arrive early, drop off their board at the Swift Island Boat Ramp, and leave their vehicle at the Lilly's Bridge finish line. Volunteers will be on site in order to provide transportation from the finish line to the starting area prior to the paddle beginning, as well as after its completion
Waiver: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/dwnbnyoaglkevwevaw3rrc/web/

Again, we would like to thank you for your support and we look forward to an awesome event for an even better cause. Should you have any additional questions, please direct them to our East Coast Director, Brooke Thomas, at brooke@operationopenwater.org.

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