North of 7 River Run

Saturday, August 23, 2025 Past event

Bancroft, Ontario

CA$20.00–CA$25.00 · 5 races

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating North of 7 River Run on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in the beautiful town of Bancroft, Hastings! This exciting event features a variety of fun and challenging races for Canoe, Kayak, and Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) enthusiasts. With race distances including 3K, 6K, 12K, and the thrilling 24K, there’s something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned competitor or a recreational paddler.

The race courses will take you upstream on the picturesque York River, starting from Riverside Park in downtown Bancroft, navigating through deep and shallow sections, twists, and current—perfect for an unforgettable paddling experience. Not only will you enjoy a day of competition, but you'll also support a great cause, with funds raised benefiting Bancroft Community Transit’s programs for children and youth. Mark your calendars for a day filled with adventure, community spirit, and the joy of paddling in the heart of Ontario!

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Races

Camp & Cottage Challenge

CA$25.00

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12k - races open to all

CA$25.00

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24k - races open to all

CA$25.00

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12k - Provincials for OMCKRA members

CA$20.00

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24k - Provincials for OMCKRA members

CA$20.00

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Organiser's description

Beautiful BancroftCamp & Cottage Challenge and The Ontario Marathon Provincials.Fun and challenging races for Canoe, Kayak, SUP craft. Racing and Recreational classes. For a great cause. Funds raised support Bancroft Community Transits’ transportation for children and youth in the community; and employment and social programs that foster social inclusion. The race courses will be run upstream on the York River starting from Riverside Park in downtown Bancroft. The river has deep and shallow sections, twists, current and other technical elements as well as a buoy turn.While this race is billed as OMCKRA’s Ontario Marathon Canoe/Kayak Championship for OMCKRA Members, the competition is open to anyone who complies with the rules and regulations of the competition. Cost is $25 per paddler, $20 for OMCKRA (and CKO*) members. Bring your own boat. There will also be a limited numbers of boats on hand to lend out. * Sprint and Whitewater members under CanoeKayak Ontario (CKO) are eligible for the discount with proof of membership. Core classes will be offered at this event of U14, U17, Senior (20 to 40), Masters and Grandmasters with Senior as the default class so for example a Masters paddler can race with someone aged in their 20s. See standard age categories and boat specification on OMCKRA website. resources;Schedule:Saturday
3K and 6K races
Camp & Cottage Challenges
9-10am registration
10:30am mandatory briefing for all paddlers
11am 3K and 6K races start together
classes are:
recreational canoes Open gender & Adult/Child
recreational kayaks Open gender

12K races
OMCKRA provincials and other racers
noon - 1pm registration
1:30pm mandatory briefing for all paddlers
2:00pm 12K race starts
classes are:
USCA C1 Mens & Womens
Stock C2 Mens, Womens, Mixed
Stock C1 Mens & Womens
Rec Canoe Mens, Womens, Mixed, U17, Adult/Child
Fast Kayak FK Mens & Womens
Long Rec Kayak Mens & Womens (includes sea kayaks)
Short Kayak Mens & Womens (14 ft or less)
HighP Kayak HPK Mens & Womens (includes ICF, surfski)
SUP Mens & Womens
OC1 Mens & Womens

Sunday
24K races
OMCKRA provincials and other racers
9-10am registration
10:30am mandatory briefing for all paddlers
11am 24K races start
classes are:
Pro C2 Mens, Womens, Mixed
Stock C2 Open Gender
SUP Mens & Womens
HPK Mens & Womens

Classes might be combined if there are insufficient numbers.