Paddle for clean water in the annual Poker Paddle
Flathead Lakers fundraiser supporting student education programs and community outreach to prevent the spread of invasive mussels, promote clean water practices, and inspire future watershed citizens.
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POLSON — Bring your kayak, canoe, SUP or other human-propelled watercraft to the seventh annual Flathead Lakers POKER PADDLE in Polson Bay. The fun starts at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 22 and ends with lunch from the Kwataqnuk Resort.
Paddlers set their own pace with staggered start times based on course length choice. Long course launches at 9 a.m., medium course launches at 9:30 a.m., and short/family course launches at 10 a.m. Safety talks will be given 10 minutes prior to launch time.
Vessels leave from The Kwataqnuk Resort & Casino and stop at marked dock destinations to collect a playing card at each stop and build their poker hand. Players turn in their scorecards and join the lakeshore party where lunch is provided.
This year’s event includes three options: a short (2.5 mile), medium (3.5 mile) and extended (6.1 mile) course. Qualified swimmers may swim the course with an assisting kayaker.
Participation is $75 for adults, and $35 for youth (17 and under, parents or guardians must be present) and includes a unique gift and a gourmet boxed lunch from the Kwataqnuk.
The Poker Paddle is limited to 100 vessels.
Register online at www.flatheadlakers.org or call the Flathead Lakers at 406-515-9262.
Proceeds benefit the Flathead Lakers education programs and community work to prevent the spread of invasive mussels, promote clean water practices, and inspire future watershed citizens.
