Race Course & Safety

Important Logistics:

• Canoe and escort boat permits and on-site aquatic invasive species (AIS) inspections are required for all boats launching at Lake Whatcom. Arrive early and prepared.  Inspection Process & Fees

• Each escort boat operator, change manager, and other escort boat personnel must register and

  read, understand, and sign the waiver online at https://form.jotform.com/241677438632060

• If you need assistance in borrowing a canoe, you must contact BBOP at eat_vegetables@hotmail.com. While BBOP will do our best to accommodate your request, specific canoe types are not guaranteed.

• BBOP is actively looking for local escort boats, but we encourage clubs to recruit their own

  escort boat and crew. Please contact the Race Director for more information.

 

Water Safety:

6 PFDs, 2 bailers, and at least 1 whistle per canoe. Crews must be familiar with huli recovery techniques. It is recommended that you bring a spray skirt.

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