Great Stone Dam Classic race set for Sept. 7

LAWRENCE — The 5th annual Great Stone Dam Classic Canoe, Kayak and SUP race will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 7 at the Abe Bashara Boathouse. The Great Stone Dam Classic is one of the largest flatwater races in New England. Last September’s race drew nearly 100 paddlers from all over the Northeast, including past National Champions.

Three courses make racing on the Merrimack River accessible to everyone from veteran paddlers to weekend warriors and kids: 8.6-mile, two-loop racing course; 3.5-mile recreational course, and a 1k kids race.

All boat classes and paddlers are welcome, including SUP (Stand-Up Paddleboard) paddlers.

Free technical T-shirts will go to ...more