Review the Potomac Downriver Race page for important race information including the schedule, start location, boat categories, parking, and course maps!
If you are not a member, consider joining the CCA before you register. This is a great time to join and support your local kayak and canoe club! Membership for your whole family is only $20 per year.
All racers and volunteers receive a race t-shirt and lunch!
Required Waivers
After registering, please complete these waivers. They must be submitted in advance of the race.
(1) American Canoe Association Waiver - fill out online
[2025 link coming soon]
Both ACA Members and non-members must complete and submit the waiver online.
(2) Sycamore Island Waiver - print and bring to race
The CCA Waiver is part of the registration process.
Event Rules
By participating, you are agreeing to be responsible for your own safety, which includes being familiar with the race course, and that you are confident about your ability to paddle the course at race-day levels and conditions. This is 7.5 mile Class II/III whitewater race. It is not an event for beginners.
All boats must have flotation; no exceptions.
All racers must wear PFDs (life jackets) and helmets.
Bring water. Refills available after the race; no single use bottles.
Tandem boaters: both paddlers must register for the race, pay the registration fee, and complete both a Race waiver and Sycamore Island waiver.