Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 7:15AM EDT
- Location Narragansett, Rhode Island
- Price $27.50 - $133.50
- Races 10 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a 5K run or walk, 1-mile and 2.4-mile swims, and 3-mile and 6-mile paddles. For those looking for a challenge, the Eco-Challenger combines a 5K run, a 1-mile swim, and a 3-mile paddle, while the Ultimate Challenger features a 5K run, a 2.4-mile swim, and a 6-mile paddle. With divisions for all ages, this event promises fun and fitness for everyone! Don't miss out on this fantastic day of community spirit and outdoor adventure while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
SATURDAY JULY 18TH 2026
ROGER WHEELER STATE BEACH - NARRAGANSETT, RI
WATERMAN ECO-CHALLENGE + SUMMER SAFE OCEAN STATE 5K!
_THIS DAY IS ALL ABOUT SUPPORTING THE SUMMER SAFE OCEAN STATE INITIATIVE IN RHODE ISLAND! WE ARE ALL COMING TOGETHER TO RAISE AWARENESS & FUNDING TOWARD WATER SAFETY/DROWNING PREVENTION, CANCER PREVENTION/CARDIAC HEALTH & PROTECTING RHODE ISLAND'S COASTAL ENVIRONMENT. _
RACE EVENTS:
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5K RUN OR WALK
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1 MILE OR 2.4 MILE SWIMS
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3 MILE OR 6 MILE PADDLES
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ECO-CHALLENGER (5K RUN + 1 MILE SWIM + 3 MILE PADDLE)
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ULTIMATE CHALLENGER (5K RUN, 2.4 MILE SWIM, 6 MILE PADDLE)
*PARKING IS CHARGED BY CAR WEEKEND RATE: RI RESIDENT $7.00, NON RI RESIDENT $14
DIVISION SCORING BRACKETS:
UP TO 17 YEARS OLD
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
EARLY REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 15TH
EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT ENDS APRIL 1ST
FULL PRICE REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 2ND
JULY 18TH EVENT SCHEDULE:
TBD
Races
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5K Road Race - Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 15 FEB 26Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish! -
5K Road Race - Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 15 FEB 26Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish! -
1 Mile Swim
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 15 FEB 26Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. -
2.4 Mile Distance Swim
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$64.60
OPENS 15 FEB 262.4 Mile Distance. Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area! -
3 Mile Paddle
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 15 FEB 26Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations. -
6 Mile Distance Paddle
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (11:30AM EDT)
$64.60
OPENS 15 FEB 26Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations. -
Eco-Challenger: 5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
$107.00
OPENS 15 FEB 26Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish!! Swim & Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations. -
Ultimate Challenger: 5K Run + 2.4 Mile Swim + 6 Mile Paddle
Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
$133.50
OPENS 15 FEB 26Galilee 5K Loop Route, Beach Finish!! Swim & Paddle Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. All Paddleboard Registrants Must Comply W/ USCG/RIDEM PFD Regulations. -
Coed 3 Person Swim Relay
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 APR 26This exciting event will consist of 3 person coed swim teams of any combination. Each leg will swim and out and back, total distance of approximately 400 yards. - The Fee Is $25 Per Member, $75 Per Team. - First Team Member Will Register, Start & Name The Team, Share The Team Name With The Other Two Team Members & They Will 'Join' That Team When They Register For This Event. - All Team Members Need To Be Registered To Compete In This Event On Race Day. -
Coed 3 Person Paddle Relay
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 APR 26This exciting event will consist of 3 person coed paddle teams of any combination of people, paddle disciplines & board lengths. Each leg will paddle and out and back distance of approximately 575 yards. - The Fee Is $25 Per Member, $75 Per Team. - First Team Member Will Register, Start & Name The Team, Share The Team Name With The Other Two Team Members & They Will 'Join' That Team When They Register For This Event. - All Team Members Need To Be Registered To Compete In This Event On Race Day.
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Roger Wheeler State Beach, 100 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 02882, RI, United States
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