On August 30th the Tilghman Area Youth Association (TAYA) is hosting a Kayak Rally to benefit local youth. The Rally starts at 11:00 and is open to kayaks, stand up paddle boards and canoes. Starting from Tilghman On Chesapeake Yacht Club (TOC) and proceeding to the Black Walnut Point Inn for lunch, the rally has paddling distances for everyone.
The 2.5 mile route to the Inn provides opportunities for leisurely bird and nature watching. Once at the inn, volunteers are available to provide complimentary transportation back to your car. In the 5.0 mile option paddlers go to the Inn and return to the starting point by water.
For the adventurous there is the challenge of circumnavigating the island. Paddlers continue on from the Inn through Knapps Narrows and then under the Bridge and back to TOC, a distance of 8.5 miles.
Regardless of the route, once at the Inn everyone has a chance to enjoy a healthy lunch of wraps, homemade side dishes, and an assortment of desserts and refreshments served under a large marquee tent. Paddlers can rest a while, stroll through the Inn’s grounds, and enjoy the panoramic views on the low cliffs overlooking the Bay.
Black Walnut Point Inn is a private facility made open for this event by generosity of Inn Keepers Tracey and Bob.
“The Tilghman Community is amazing, in their support of our youth,” says Ginny Cornwell Executive Director of the TAYA, “and we really appreciate Bob and Tracey’s support for the Kayak Rally, as well as the support of the Tilghman Island Marina who are making rental kayaks available. Because of this support the rally participants will have a unique experience while having the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of others”.
The proceeds from the Kayak rally will be used towards TAYA’s after school programs, which include: math tutoring, summer camp, free year books, cultural arts assemblies, family friendly community events, and college scholarships.
More details about TAYA and the Kayak Rally can be found at Tilghmantaya.com. The website will also publish event updates.
Cost for advanced registration is $30 for paddlers or $12 for lunch only. Registration on the day of the rally is available at an extra charge. Registration forms can be found at the Tilghman Post Office, St. Michaels YMCA , Easton Cycle and Sport or can be printed online from Tilghmantaya.com. Rental kayaks are available with an advanced reservation at $25 for a single or $40 for a tandem. Participants must be at least 18 years old or accompanied by an adult.
For more information contact Debra Brookhouser at 410-886-2881 or [email protected].
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