Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Charleston Makes a Splash in Savannah

Congratulations to all of the racers who participated in the Paddle Savannah Splash Race.  It sounds like the event was a blast.  Charleston paddlers had tons of fun and there are pictures to prove it (thanks Jenny).  Check out the race results--great job everyone!! 

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Savannah, Here We Come!?!

Well, it looks like the promise of waves has been delayed a day or two so, Savannah, here we come! I think we will have a good crew going down for the SUP Splash race on Saturday, August 20 at 1:00. Hope you can join us!

For something a little slower paced, come out to the Social Paddle on Wednesday at Brittlebank. Please RSVP on the meetup so we know you are coming.

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Halfmoon Race Series and the Golden Nugget

The last Shem Creek race on Tuesday ended with a blowout. The conditions at the race were described by one racer as "hands down as challenging an hour of paddling I've endured in 3 plus years.  Chop/surf, wind, sprints..." it was awesome. Congratulations to Jeremy Whitted for finishing first (on a 12'6"). He killed it!

Thank you to Halfmoon Outfitters for sponsoring another super fun series--we look forward to next year and more immediately the Golden Nugget.

Everyone, mark your calendars for October 16 at 4pm for the Nugget. Last year the prizes and party were awesome and this year promises to be even bigger. This is a partner event with Mount Pleasant Land Conservancy. There will be a band, food, drinks, auction and tons of fun and most importantly will benefit the places that we love to paddle. More details to come.
 
Get out and enjoy the full moon and check out all of the other fun events coming up. Hope to see you on the water!

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Mikell Evatt to Compete in Sea Paddle NYC for Autism Awareness

2011 Sea Paddle NYC - Sea Paddle NYC - Mike Evatt

Show your support for local paddler Mikell Evatt in his 26.5 mile paddle race and contribute to two great causes, the Surfer's Environmental Alliance (SEA) and Autism Awareness.  Mike will be racing around Manhattan next Friday, August 12 so be sure to send him good vibes and make your pledge before he goes! 

Monday, August 1, 2011

What's Happening and Video from Shem Creek Shootout 2011

The water was the best place to be this weekend!  I learned that tiny waves are still fun--especially when it's so blazing hot.

If you didn't get a chance to see the video from the Shem Creek Shootout, make sure you check it out.

Here's What's Happening...just a few of the fun things going on around town
Wednesday, 8/3 @ Brittlebank - Social Paddle (please RSVP)
Saturday, 8/6 @ Brittlebank - Charleston Watersport 50/50 Race
Sunday, 8/7 @ Station 30 - Girl Paddle/Surf at 8:30 (Guys can come too, but be prepared to paddle hard!)
Tuesday, 8/9 @ Shem Creek - Halfmoon Race + Drinks @ Shem Creek Bar & Grill
Saturday, 8/20 @ Delegal Marina at The Landings in Savannah, Georgia - Paddle Savannah SUP Splash Race 2011

Looking Ahead to October - Save the Dates
Saturday & Sunday, 10/8 & 10/9 @ Isle of Palms Pier - 4th Annual Joe Hiller Surf Classic - Longboard & SUP Surf Contest
Sunday, 10/16 @ Shem Creek - Halfmoon Outfitters Golden Nugget SUP Race (This was awesome last year--I can't wait!)

Please let me know if you hear of any other fun events.  Hope to see you out!