The Hatteras Island Cancer Foundation Paddle Palooza in Honor of Andy McKinney will be held on Sunday, June 23, at Ocean Air Sports, 39450 NC Hwy 12 in Avon. Registration is at 8 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun of a lightly competitive 5K race on the open waters of the Pamlico Sound.
The cost to enter the 5K race is $25, and participants can paddleboard or kayak their way through the on-the-water course that launches from OceanAir Sports in Avon. There’s also a $10 Fun Race for kids and adults who want to join in the festivities, but enjoy an easier ride.
The event also features a big raffle – with gift certificates and goodies from local businesses – as well as SUP yoga, food, drinks, awards, and much more.
Everyone is welcome to this fun summertime event, and paddlers can register in advance online at https://paddleguru.com/races/HICFPaddlePaloozainHonorofAndyMcKinney.
