Bay Bridge Paddle
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis, MD
We are excited to announce the 2020 Paddle has been rescheduled for September 26, 2021.
Stay tuned for details as we are working on updates. Please check back!
Water enthusiasts of all ages and expertise are invited to join us at the Bay Bridge Paddle, open to Stand Up Paddleboards, Kayaks and other paddle craft.
Paddling any part of the Chesapeake Bay waters is a thrilling experience and launching from Sandy Point State Park is no different. With a beautiful sandy beach on the Western Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, you are provided with expansive views overlooking the Bay Bridge. This race will bring together all levels of paddlers to share in a day of camaraderie and fellowship. Each race will present a different experience and challenge, the bay’s shifting conditions add to the fun as racers can experience anything from flat water glides to gusty winds and unpredictable swell and tides from the wind and current.
The Elite Crossing (The Span) will challenge racers with a high level of fitness and paddling experience; racers with less experience or conditioning can enjoy the Intermediate Paddle (The Steamer) or the Recreational Course (The Soft Shell) closer to shore.
All race participants receive a commemorative T-shirt and a carb-loaded breakfast to help get you energized for the race.
The Bay Bridge Paddle proudly supports the Foundation for Community Betterment.
Check out our video of the 2018 Bay Bridge Paddle!
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Bay Bridge Paddle Cost Schedule
| Paddlers | June | July | August |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Span (Elite) | $85 | $95 | $110 |
| The Steamer (Intermediate) | $65 | $75 | $85 |
| The Soft Shell (Recreational) | $45 | $55 | $60 |
*Be sure to carefully review Race Information and sign appropriate waivers. In order to participate, you must sign waivers online or bring printed, signed waivers to the paddle event.
2021 Race Schedule – TBD
Packet Pick-TBD
4:00pm – 8:00pm ?
Pick up your racing packet and breakfast meal tickets, official Bay Bridge Paddle racer shirt, and check out some last minute items and offers by some of our partners who will be onsite to answer questions and provide some give-aways.
2021 Schedule – TBD
Packet Pick-up/check-in
7:15am – 8:15am
Rental board pick-up
7:30am – 8:00am
Racer briefing
8:00am – 8:20am
Elite Course – OC-6 start
8:30am
The Span (Elite Course – Kayaks, Surfski, OC-1, OC-2 start)
8:35am
The Span (Elite Course – SUPs start)
8:40am
The Steamer (Intermediate Course – Kayaks and Kayak Double start)
8:45am
The Steamer (Intermediate Course – SUPs start)
8:50am
The Soft Shell (Recreational Course – Kayaks start)
9:00am
The Soft Shell (Recreational Course – SUPs start)
Course Maps
*Course(s) subject to change.
*Course(s) subject to change.
*Course(s) subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, admission to the event is by pre-registration only. Day of Registration is not available.
Please contact us at info@abceventsinc.com with the subject “paddle rental” if you are interested in renting a paddle board or kayak.
There are many hotel options in the Annapolis area. We do recommend you find hotel well in advance as September can be a very busy month in Annapolis.
TBD
We are working with our sponsors on discounts and will pass any along that we receive. Please stay tuned.
Refunds are allowed more than 10 days from the event. We are not able to process refunds less than 10 days from the event.
Spectators will be allowed in the spectator area. There will be food/drinks available for purchase for spectators as well.
Entry fee covers cost of the race. In addition, each racer will receive a racing t-shirt, breakfast and Post-Race Refreshments (Beer & Soft Drink Tickets).
Yes, Parking is $5 per person for Maryland residents, and $7 per person for out of state residents. Each participant will be sent a parking pass for one car only that can be used for that racer.
The elite race is an 8+ mile race for Elite paddlers with the skill and fitness to complete this endurance challenge; racers should have significant experience in diverse, challenging open water weather conditions and completing long distance races.
No. We have many classes for paddling, including SUP, Prone, Surfski, and Sea Kayak, depending on the particular course.
| Paddlers | June | July | August |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite (The Span) | $85 | $95 | $110 |
| Intermediate (The Steamer) | $65 | $75 | $85 |
| Recreational (The Soft Shell) | $45 | $55 | $60 |
The race will take place in the morning with start times between 8:00 and 11:00 (weather dependent). We will update these times as we finalize the schedule.
Refunds are allowed more than 10 days from the race. Within 10 days, there will be no refunds. Please contact us to process your refund.
The Elite Race is out to the eastern shore, around a bouy, and back to Sandy Point State Park. No transportation is necessary.
Yes. Food will be available for purchase.
Pets are not allowed at Sandy Point State Park during the Bay Bridge Paddle.
We will have lots of fun land and water activities the day of the event. We do have a recreational course that anyone can paddle. It is a less stressful and fun paddling experience. We may have other board demos at the event as well, so we hope you will come out and join us!
We are currently working with sponsors and should have more information shortly.
Breakfast and lunch items will be available for purchase on-site for spectators (Breakfast is included in event price for racers). Groceries can be purchased off-site around Annapolis and Arnold.
We recommend Naval Bagels and Stan and Joes as sponsors of ours. However, there are many wonderful restaurants in the Greater Annapolis Area.
There are a limited number of vendor positions available. Please contact us if you are interested.
Yes, our paddle benefits the Annapolis Chapter of the Foundation for Community Betterment. The Foundation for Community Betterment is a national organization dedicated to engaging individuals of all ages in community enhancement by creating an immediate, positive impact on the lives of individuals or organizations that share our philanthropic vision, but who currently lack the means to succeed.
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