Adult races will cover a 5k course starting at YMCA Camp Thunderbird on Lake Wylie, SC. Racers will paddle South along the shoreline, headed toward Pier 88/ River Hills Marina. At the marina, racers will round a turnaround buoy and paddle back to YMCA Camp Thunderbird. The Youth division (Ages 12-17) will be a combined, sit-in or sit-on kayak, paddle board race. Youth division racers will paddle a 2k course that is within the adult race course. Medals will be given out to the top 3 races in each division.

Paddle for the Cure is much more than a day of kayak/paddle board races. You do not have to race to come watch the races or browse the booths at the pavilion. Bring the whole family for live music, food, a silent auction, and children’s activities. Free T-shirt and lunches are included for all race paddlers.

Proceeds from the event benefit Coins for Alzheimer’s Research Trust (CART).