Mission 50: Paddling for Purpose Race Schedule

Friday, May 2

• 5:00 PM: Team Meeting
  • Location: Ancient City Brewing, Downtown St. Augustine
  • Agenda: Race briefing, safety protocols, final logistics. Ends when complete.

Saturday, May 3 – Race Day

• 5:00 AM: Show Time

  • Location: Usina Boat Ramp
  • Paddlers and crews assemble, gear check, and last-minute preparations.

• 5:15 AM: Captains' Meeting

  • Location: Usina Boat Ramp
  • Final updates on route, weather conditions, and safety instructions.

• 6:00 AM: Boats in Water

  • Prepare for departure, paddlers seated and ready.

• 6:45 AM: Start

  • Primary Route: Ocean-side entry near the Reef Restaurant (conditions permitting).
  • Alternate Route: Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) entry if ocean conditions are unsafe.

• 2:00 – 4:00 PM: Arrival Window

  • Primary Arrival: Hannah Park, Jacksonville.
  • Alternate Arrival: Mayport Boat Ramp (if ocean conditions require).

• Post-Race (Immediately after arrival, until 8:00 PM):

  • Awards Ceremony and Ohana-Style BBQ
    • Location: Hannah Park
    • Food, awards, and celebration of paddlers’ achievements and contributions to mental health awareness.