The Global SUP Community

Let's begin with the first paragraph of the safety waiver: "Racing the Narrows is exceedingly dangerous. Doing so entails known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis and death. This is not theoretical: several boaters have died running the Narrows and another has been paralyzed from the upper body down for life. Accidents resulting in dislocated shoulders, deep lacerations and extensive dental work are common. Please do not take your decision to race lightly." Each year the Green Race becomes a bigger and better event. This year is no different as we have a half dozen countries represented from three different continents. It is great to see and for anyone who has ever spectated or competed it truly is the greatest show in all of sports. With increasing numbers of participants and spectators comes more challenges. Again this year the ACA and AMONGSTiT have partnered to cover insurance and other fees although this year every racer is REQUIRED TO PURCHASE THEIR BIB for $20! SCHEDULE OF EVENTS What: Costume Party and 4 Minutes Premiere!!! When: Thursday, Oct, 30th 7:00PM - 11:00PM Where: Highlands Brewery Come dressed up in your favorite Halloween costume and help raise money for Green River Access Fund. The night will kick off with the world premiere of "4 Minutes, The Progression of The Green Race". After the film we will hand out prizes for best costume. Come one come all! What: Green River Narrows Race When: Saturday, Nov 1 High Noon Where: Green River Shuttle's will start at 9 AM at Fishstop parking area. Get up to the put in as soon as possible for bib pickup and racer meeting. The racer meeting will begin at 10:30 AM followed immediately by the start of the 2012 Green River Narrows Race with Pat Keller pushing off at 12PM exactly. What: Green Race Awards Party When: Saturday, Nov 1 6PM-11PM Where: McCreery Park, Downtown, Saluda NC After the race head up to Saluda and grab a bite to eat before the awards party. We will have beverages, jumbo-tron footage from the race, t-shirts, music and of course, awards in downtown Saluda at McCreery Park. There will be a shuttle provided by Asheville Adventure Rentals that will go from fishstop parking area to Saluda at 4:30PM and go back down at 10:30PM if you want to leave vehicles in the gorge. DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE IT IS ILLEGAL AND STUPID!