First ever James River Splash and Dash
Did you enjoy the Dominion Riverrock? Wish there were more chances to get downtown and spend time at the river with all your outdoor-loving friends? How about doing the James River Splash and Dash? The event happens July 9 and is part of the James River Run-Off Run-Down. From the James River Association website: The […]
Did you enjoy the Dominion Riverrock? Wish there were more chances to get downtown and spend time at the river with all your outdoor-loving friends? How about doing the James River Splash and Dash?
The event happens July 9 and is part of the James River Run-Off Run-Down. From the James River Association website:
The James River Splash and Dash is a competitive tube race which will take place in Richmond’s Brown’s Island/Belle Isle area. Participants will complete a 2-mile trail run on Belle Isle followed by a 1/3 mile flatwater tube paddle (swim on the tube) across the James…tubes will be provided by JRA, and paddling must be done with hands. We will offer prizes for various categories. After the race, join us for an after party that includes a band, food, beer and more!
Splash and Dash Participants
There are 5 categories for the race! 20 and under; 21-30; 31-40; 41-50; 51+. Sign in for the Splash and Dash will be from 4:00-4:45, on the grassy knoll area across from Tredegar in Richmond and the first waves of the races will be starting at 5:00, in 3 minute increments.
- Registration for the event is $30 which includes event registration and an event tube.
- Participants that raise $50-$99 will receive event registration, an event tube and an event t-shirt.
- Participants raising $100 and over, will receive event registration, an event tube, an event t-shirt, and a JRA towel.
All participants must be ages 10 and over. Anyone registering under the age of 18 must be registered by a parent or guardian.
Awards!
Prizes will be awarded in several categories!
Support the Participants
All money raised supports the work of the James River Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting America’s founding river. To sponsor a participant, search for a participants personal fundraising page and donate online via Kintera’s secure server. Don’t know a River Runner? You can make a general donation to the James River Splash and Dash.
Corporate Sponsorships
If your organization would like to become a corporate sponsor for this event, view the Sponsorship Opportunities, and contact Sherrie Tribble at stribble@jrava.org or 804-788-8811 ext. 202.
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