The race begins at Marine Park in Fairhaven and continues along the beautiful etched limestone shoreline down
around Clark’s Point into Mud Bay and back to Marine Park. This is a 6-mile-long course with gorgeous views of
wildlife and the San Juan Islands.

(Wind and water conditions will influence final course details, with the possibility of a downwinder.)

Safety Requirements:
• Paddlers must pre-register for the race, complete the waiver, pay the registration fee, and check-in on race day
to be on the racecourse. Be sure to pick up a hull number if you don’t have a PNWORCA issued number.
• Boats must be safe, seaworthy, and appropriate for open water.
• Paddlers are required to wear a PFD and have a whistle on their person.
• Although safety boats will be on the course, racers must be capable of self-rescue in any conditions that may
be present on race day. Use good judgement and be honest about your abilities for the conditions.
• Surfskis, Outrigger Canoes and Stand-up Paddleboards must have a functional leash attaching paddler to craft.
• Recommended: High visibility clothing, VHF radio/cell phone.