WHAT:
Over 150 racers will compete in Austin’s 3rd annual canoe and kayak race: the Colorado River Ramble, a 5 mile recreational, 10 mile sport race, 1.5 and 5 mile stand-up paddle race and a 1.5 mile Family Fun paddle benefiting the Colorado River Foundation.
View photos from the 2011 Colorado River Ramble
WHO:
Everyone is encouraged to participate—fun for all ages and all experience levels! Beginner and competitive paddlers, children and families.
WHERE:
Start Line: Under the MoPac Bridge on the north shore
Finish Line: Texas Rowing Center on Lady Bird Lake
Awards Ceremony: Redbud Center, 3601 Lake Austin Boulevard
FOR COMPLETE RACE DETAILS VISIT OUR RACER FAQ.
WHEN:
Sunday, April 1, 2012
7:30–9:00 a.m. Boat staging under MoPac Bridge, north shore
9:30 a.m. Race begins
1:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony at the Family Water Festival at Redbud Center on Lake Austin Blvd
2:00 p.m. Festivities end
COST:
Register before 3/25 for the following Early Bird Rates:
5 Mile Races: Solo $25 Tandem $50
10 Mile Races: Solo $30 Tandem $60
SUP Races: 1.5 mile $25 5 Mile $35
Family Fun Paddle: Solo $20 Tandem $40
Child Solo $15 Child Tandem $30
After 3/25, all race rates will go up $5 for solo and $10 for tandem, but Family Fun and Child rates will remain the same.
• Racers will need to provide their own kayak/canoe
• Texas Rowing Center is offering a race day special
of $10 for singles and $15 for doubles and $20 for SUP boards
• Boats may also be rented at REI Gateway, Rowing Dock, and Zilker Boat Rentals
FOR COMPLETE RACE DETAILS VISIT OUR RACER FAQ.
WHY:
To support the Colorado River Foundation in its efforts to educate youth on the crucial need for water conservation practices, host specific programs to clean up the river, and help citizens of all ages and from all economic backgrounds understand, protect, use and enjoy the natural resources of Texas.
REGISTRATION:
To receive a registration form by mail, email or fax, contact the Colorado River Foundation at riverramble@coloradoriver.org or call 512-498-1587.
Please note there will be NO race day registration!
Registered Races can check out the Racer FAQ page for important race information.
For updates on the race check back to this site and www.paddle24seven.com for paddle forums and ‘Like’ the CRF Facebook page.
VOLUNTEER:
Thank you to our 2012 Colorado River Ramble Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring the Colorado River Ramble? For more information email melissa@coloradoriver.org or download a River Ramble Water Festival Sponsor Packet.
