๐ Rod Fry Memorial Race 2023 ๐ Sunday, February 12, 2023
Registrations close on Friday at midday, 10th February 2023.
THE RACE
Where: Swan Canoe Club, Johnson Parade, Mosman Park
Check-in: 7:00 – 7:45am
Race / Safety Briefing: 8:00am
Start (1st Wave): 8:30am
SAFETY
We share the Swan River with other traffic and the 12km course requires paddlers to cross the main channel. Paddlers must obey water rules and be confident in their own competency and fitness. Remember hydration, sun protection. PFD mandatory for U16 and recommended for others. All participants must attend the Race/Safety Briefing at 8am.
COURSESย [Link to race map]
Start/Finish at Swan Canoe Club jetty.
๐นย 12kmย (turn at Stirling Bridge, North Freo)
๐นย 6kmย (turn at Point Roe red marker)
๐นย 3kmย (turn at Chidley Point red marker)
All turns are anticlockwise.
Wave starts from 8:30am. Waves/Classes to be confirmed on race day. Race Director has discretion.
Dragon Boats: 6km only
PRIZES
Cash prizes for fastest male and female single paddlers (12km course):
๐ฅ 1st: $150
๐ฅ 2nd: $100
๐ฅ 3rd: $50
Plus random draw for other prizes. Presentations after the race.
FEES
๐น Adults: $25
๐น Juniors (U18): $15
Morning tea and refreshments are included in the race entry fee – available at the club after the race.
$5 per person discount for doubles.
Dragon Boats $125 per boat.
$20 for insurance will be added for non-affiliated paddlers (i.e. paddlers who are not members of either PA/PWA or AusDBF/DBWA).
COVID-19
Prevailing guidance and restrictions will apply (WA Govt COVID-19).
Enquiries:ย admin@swancanoeclub.org.au