The race registration is 9 – 10 am and the race is followed by an Open House at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum from 11 to 1:30 pm with Woodman’s chowder, hot dogs, beer and live music.
This Saturday!
Get Out On the Water…Paddle or Cheer for the Essex River Race
Row or paddle your small boat in the upcomingEssex River Race, a 5.5+ mile open water event that begins with a check-in between 9:00 – 10:00 am at the Town Ramp on Route 133. The race loops behind the barrier beaches of Ipswich and back through one of the most scenic tidal areas in New England. Serious and casually oriented participants are equally welcome. View the start and finish of the race from the new sidewalks along the Causeway, or enjoy a great view from Conomo Point! For more information visitwww.blackburnchallenge.com/Essex.html
Celebrate the Race and an Open House
at Essex Shipbuilding Museum
Around 11 am, as the first rowers cross the finish line, stop in for a free Open House at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum. There will be Woodman’s famous clam chowder, hot dogs, beer from Chebacco Liquor Mart, live music and more until around 1:30 pm. Mingle on the yard with oarmen, paddlers and museum supporters.
Good Morning Gloucester 
I broke my personal record and Rubber Duck beat me by four feet. Will post a photo later but right now it is afternoon nap time.
Rubber Duck Quick Tip: Do not go to Cape Ann Brewery and drink two Double IPA Fisherman’s Ale Pitchers split between two people the night before a race. I coulda been a contendah. The plate of fried oysters may have slowed me down a bit too but they were so tasty.
pps. I got out of my boat without falling in the water. Bonus!
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