Sunday, Apr 27, 2014
from 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM

per participant

The Run of the Charles Canoe and Kayak Race

The Run of the Charles Canoe & Kayak Race, is the signature event of the Charles River Watershed Association. According to the CRWA, the Run of the Charles is the largest flat bottom boat race in New England and is a major event in Greater Boston which kicks off the canoe and kayak season. The Run of the Charles draws an average of 1,400 racers and thousands of spectators each year.

Run of the Charles Races include:

  • 26-Mile Professional Marathon, $5,000 in cash prizes
  • 24-Mile Corporate Relay
  • 24-Mile Non-Corporate Relay – government, women, mixed and open classes
  • 19-Mile Races
  • 9-Mile Races
  • 6-Mile Races
  • Paddleboard divisions

Marshall is entered in the 19-mile Race which includes 6 portages. He will be paddling his Fenn Mako 6 SurfSki

  • Length: 21 foot
  • Width: 21 inches
  • Weight: 38 pounds
All of our programs require pre-registration. You can register by contacting us directly at 845.229.0595


Program Launch & Location Information:



Roxbury, MA


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