Baker River Regatta
May 1 @ Plymouth Sands Campground, Plymouth, NH
GENERAL INFO
Race Day Registration is open until 10:30am at either starting line.
THE ANNUAL BAKER RIVER REGATTA
MVCS is hosting the 3rd Baker River Regatta on Saturday, May 1, 2021. With both a short and long course, as well as novice and expert classes, this is a race for all paddlers!
To keep everyone safe and healthy, we have developed COVID-19 Race Protocols. Masks and Social Distancing are required for all when not racing. Please take the time to read through all of our COVID mitigation requirements so you know what to expect on race day. Racers are specifically encouraged to preregister online to minimize registration lines at the race, but race-day registration is still available. Pre-registration deadline is April 30 at 1:00pm
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, chili and baked goods will not be offered at the finish line. Please bring your own snacks and water to enjoy after the race at our event ceremony.
BAKER RIVER REGATTA COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Water Level Update, Thursday 4/29/21: Recent rain has brought the river up close to its median flow for this time of year. There will be no course changes on either the Long or Short Courses. Paddlers should expect a deep, quick moving mountain river with lots of corners, but few obstacles and no waves - lots of fun!
LOW WATER ANNOUNCEMENT, Monday 4/26/21: In case of low water on race day, the Short Course will not change. The Long Course may move to the deeper water of the Pemi River, starting and ending at the Plymouth Riverside Amphitheater/Boat Launch on Green Street. This is a great course as well. The race committee will make the final call on venue on Friday morning, based on the amount of rain that falls this week. Fingers crossed for substantial precipitation on Wednesday and Thursday, but all options are good options!!!
RACE SCHEDULE
9 - 10:30am- Registration
10:40am- Mandatory Paddler's Safety Briefing
New this year: Separate briefings at the Long and Short course starting lines!
11am- Start of First Race
See the Long and Short Course and Specialty class descriptions below!
RACE COURSE
The Baker River is a beautiful quick moving mountain stream, flowing through farms and forest of the sandy Baker valley. River levels from 180 cfs to 1800 cfs offer excellent paddling and racing conditions. The Regatta offers two options for racers to enjoy this paddling gem, a long and short course (see below).
SHORT COURSE
The Short Course is well-suited to novices. Boats in these classes must be recreational, not designed specifically for racing. For all classes except “Unlimited” boat length may not exceed 18’6”.
READ MORE HERE
LONG COURSE
The Long Course is for experienced racers, those wishing to utilize race-specific watercraft, or those looking for an extra challenge! Flatwater racing boats adhering to current USCA rules, and downriver racing boats adhering to ACA rules are welcome. Recreational craft are also allowed.
READ MORE HERE
SPECIALTY CLASSES
The two free specialty classes are open to all participants already registered in another category.
READ MORE HERE
Don’t have a boat but still want to paddle the regatta? We have partnered with two local shops to offer discounted canoe and kayak rentals, with boat transportation to the start of the Short course! Click on one the links below to visit our partners and arrange your rental!
