Updated information on upcoming MCRA Events

The Newaygo Power Paddle and Soo Ultimate Paddle in-person events have been cancelled for the 2020 season.

Virtual “Newaygo Power Paddle”

https://www.facebook.com/events/2625166321122361/

Mio “First Dam” Canoe Challenge

https://www.facebook.com/events/649210115691506/

The Grayling Paddlers Challenge 2020 results are posted

Official letter from Curley Memorial Race

We truly had a hard time making this decision, but after much discussion the Curley Committee has decided to cancel the 2020 race. We are hoping to be able to provide some activities in town that weekend, but due to restrictions on Consumers property and other factors out of our control we decided the best option was to cancel the race. Stay tuned we will be updating you as soon as we have more information.

Sincerely,
The Curley Committee

News and Updates to the MCRA Events Schedule can be found in the June 2020 Update on the Newsletter page.

The Roscommon Canoe Classic 2020 results are posted

Yesterday the MDNR contacted Sean Brabant letting him know that they were issuing permits for the Roscommon Canoe Classic (June 6 – 7) and the Muskegon River Throw Down (June 27 – 28).  Just two weeks ago they communicated there would be no marine permits in 2020, so needless to say we were surprised.  The races have to follow the social distancing recommendations that they have worked out with the MDNR. These are noted on the race information pages.

We will still have the virtual Roscommon Race, but people can only get prizes in the virtual or live race – you can’t double dip.  We will continue to have two virtual races a month, so people can participate without traveling if they so choose. 

2020 Roscommon Canoe Classic Update: The Roscommon Canoe Classic has been cancelled for 2020 due to the COVID pandemic. In place of the race in Roscommon the First Virtual Event of 2020! will take place Monday June 1 – Sunday June 7.

For the past several days the race board and myself have been busy communicating with the MCRA, county and state officials to make the Roscommon Canoe Classic happen. We have created a new format for both C2 and C1 races that make them safe and in accordance with social distancing order. However, with the Stay At Home order in effect until May 15th I am unable to get the DNR Marine Permit for this event. It is not worth risking future events in Michigan by trying to work around the Michigan DNR. I have decided to postpone, NOT CANCEL, the race until possibly Memorial Weekend or a June date. Allowing us extra time to get the permit and ensure we are not stepping on anyone’s toes.