North of 7 River Run
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Location Bancroft, ON
- Price $23.83 - $32.46
- Races 4 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of paddling at the North of 7 River Run on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in beautiful Bancroft, Hastings! This vibrant event invites both seasoned paddlers and recreational enthusiasts to take part in thrilling canoe, kayak, and SUP races along the picturesque York River. Participants can choose between two exhilarating race distances: a 12K challenge on Saturday and a longer 24K race on Sunday. The courses feature a mix of technical elements, including deep and shallow sections, twists, and buoy turns, making for an unforgettable experience on the water.
Not only is this event a fantastic opportunity to showcase your paddling skills, but it's also for a great cause! Funds raised will support Bancroft Community Transit's transportation programs for children and youth, as well as initiatives that promote social inclusion. With a range of classes available for different age groups and skill levels, from U14 to Grandmasters, there’s a spot for everyone. So, grab your boat and join us for a fantastic weekend filled with competition, community spirit, and fun!
Not only is this event a fantastic opportunity to showcase your paddling skills, but it's also for a great cause! Funds raised will support Bancroft Community Transit's transportation programs for children and youth, as well as initiatives that promote social inclusion. With a range of classes available for different age groups and skill levels, from U14 to Grandmasters, there’s a spot for everyone. So, grab your boat and join us for a fantastic weekend filled with competition, community spirit, and fun!
Organiser's Description
Beautiful BancroftThe 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 $28 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
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.
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.
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Bancroft, ON, Canada
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