Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K
- Date Sat 18th July 2026 - Thu 31st December 2026
- Time 7:15AM EDT
- Location Narragansett, Rhode Island
- Price $27.50 - $133.50
- Races 11 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances to challenge themselves, including a 5K run or walk, 1-mile or 2.4-mile swims, and 3-mile or 6-mile paddles. For those seeking a true test of endurance, join the Eco-Challenger featuring a 5K run, 1-mile swim, and 3-mile paddle, or the Ultimate Challenger with a 5K run, 2.4-mile swim, and 6-mile paddle. Don’t miss out on early registration starting February 15th, where you can enjoy discounts before prices go up on April 2nd. Mark your calendars and be part of this vibrant celebration of community, health, and environmental stewardship!
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 FEBGalilee 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 FEBGalilee 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 FEBSwim 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 FEB2.4 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 FEBPaddle 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 FEBPaddle 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 FEBGalilee 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 FEBGalilee 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 APRThis 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 APRThis 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. -
Eco Kids 400 Meter Swim
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 01 APREco Kids Swim Starts & Finishes @ Beach Event Area. This Race Is For Ages Up To 12 Years Old.
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Roger Wheeler State Beach, 100 Sand Hill Cove Rd, Narragansett, 02882, RI, United States
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