In order for an all at once start to be possible, we are planning to paddle out to the bottom of the island and up to the railroad tracks on the Savannah River.  From that point we will have a loud sound start, where race participants will go from just above the tracks, down to the bottom of the island, paddle up the Little River, clockwise around the island, and back down the Savannah River, crossing under the tracks again to complete the course.  We are excited to do it this way! Typically the flow of the river is minimal in the morning, which will allow for an easy start.