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Sunday, October 04, 2009 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (CT)
Who
Friends of the Chicago River and 1,100 volunteers, spectators, and participants of all skill levels ranging in age from six to 86, paddling 26-foot long voyageur canoes and standard canoes and kayaks.
What
Chicago River Flatwater Classic canoe and kayak race.
When
Sunday, October 4, 2009, 10 a.m.
Where
Paddlers begin the 7 ¼ mile course at Clark Park (3400 North Rockwell) and paddle south to the finish at Ping Tom Memorial Park in Chinatown (300 West 19th Street). Along the way, participants enjoy all of the visual splendor that the Chicago River has to offer, including the wooded riverbanks of the north side neighborhoods, the industrial corridor surrounding Goose Island, and the awe-inspiring panorama of downtown as seen from the river.
The Finish
Festivities at the Finish at Ping Tom grow larger each year. There are refreshments for sale, music, outdoor equipment vendors and ample opportunity to get to know the people who compete, or just float through, in the Flatwater Classic. Past years’ activities include free canoe rides, massages, food and gift venders, and sponsor promotions.
For three decades, Friends of the Chicago River has helped create a greener, more accessible, and better cared for river. Big Fish Ball proceeds will help underwrite our award-winning programs. Friends is a nonprofit organization.
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