Paddlefest returns to region August 6


On Saturday, August 6, a projected 2,000 people from more than 20 states will convene at Schmidt Recreation Complex to canoe and kayak nine miles down the Ohio.
 
The annual Paddlefest is a unique and fun way to celebrate the river’s beauty and recreational benefits, while raising funds to encourage outdoor activity among youth and adolescents.
 
Paddlefest weekend officially kicks off Thursday, August 4 at the Covington shoreline with a sunrise paddle, upstream races and other family-friendly activities.
 
For details, visit OhioRiverPaddlefest.org.
 
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