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KayaXpedition

Saturday & Sunday, June 8 & 9
Starting at 8 a.m.

KAYAK - GROUP-BOATERS The Annual KayaXpedition, a Kayaking, Canoeing and Stand-Up Paddle-boarding festival returns to Chesapeake. There's something for everyone this year from a beginner paddler to an experienced racer.

Tickets on sale NOW! Pre-registration required for most events.

Registration Information:

Kayak Test Drive on June 8^th – $10 cash or check the day of the event
Online registration for all other events – $25 - $100
Walk-in registration at any Chesapeake Community Center or Parks and Recreation Administration

REGISTRATION FORM
(Use this form for options 1 & 3)

Event Locations: Northwest River Park, Oak Grove Park & Great Bridge Lock Park

Call NWRP at 757-421-7151 or 757-382-6411 for more information.

KAYAK-MAN&DOG KAYAK-BOATERS

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