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Aroostook River 60 Mile Canoe / Kayak Race 2008

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LARGEST RIVER RACE IN THE STATE OF MAINE IS

COMING TO AROOSTOOK COUNTY

 

2nd, ANNUAL AROOSTOOK RIVER 60 MILE CANOE / KAYAK RACE

 

May. 10th, & 11th, 2008

 

 

The largest river race in the State Of Maine is coming to Aroostook County, Northstar Search And Rescue is holding a 60 mile Canoe / Kayak Race on the Aroostook River. The race will be held rain or shine on May. 10th, and 11th, 2008.  This race covers some of the best scenery along the Aroostook River, Canoe and Kayak participants will put in at the Ashland Boat Launch area next to the Ashland Fish And Game Club, and will travel down the river until reaching the finish line located at the boat loading area in Fort Fairfield on May. 11th, 2008. 

 

A spirit of spectacle and good old fashioned fun is the central theme of the Aroostook River Race. We have a good paddling river, a great starting line, there will be many spectators watching from the banks and bridges. A good time will be had by all.

 

 

You can get the registration form as well as a copy of the rules and regulations by clicking on the links below.  We hope to see you at this years Race. Sponors will be added shortly so please check back often for updates.
 

2008 River Race Entry Form

Race Rules 2008

2008 RACE SPONSORSHIP FORM

Print Race Map # 1

Print Race Map # 2

RIVER RACE MAP # 1
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NORTHEASTLAND HOTEL
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  • FREE Wireless Internet
  • Snowmobile Trail to downtown.
  • Full Dining
  • Coppers Lounge
  • Remote Control Cable TV, Free HBO,
  • Fitness room
  • Ample parking
  • Direct dial free local calls
  • Fax available
  • AmX VISA MC DISC
  • Coffee Makers
  • Hair Dryers
  • Irons & Ironing Boards
  • To Reserve a room please call: (207) 768-5321 Or Toll Free 1-800-244-5321
    FAX (207) 764-1720

    NORTHEASTLAND HOTEL CAFE
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    WHERE TO EAT

    Sidewalk Cafe'

    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Specialties: Home cooked food
    • Steak
    • Chicken
    • Seafood
    • Liquor, beer, wine.

    HOTEL LOCATION ON MAP
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    2008 RACE SPONSORS:
     
    GOLD SPONSORS:
     
    1. ) Bragg's Painting & Drywall, Inc.
    2. ) Northeast Trophies, Inc.
    3. ) Northern Lights Motel
     
    SILVER SPONSORS:
     
    1. )  S.W. Collins, Inc.
    2. ) Perception Of Aroostook

    PERCEPTION OF AROOSTOOK
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    OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

    NORTHERN LIGHTS MOTEL
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    Northern Lights Motel is offering a 5% discount for any race participants that want to lodge there during the weekend just let them know you are here for the Canoe / Kayak Race to get the discount. The nightly rates per single occupancy is $ 49.95 and for double occupancy $ 64.95 add additional $ 15.00 person if more than two staying in a room.  They also have a self contained cabin for rent that can sleep up to 4 people the nightly rate is $ 58.80 for single occupancy and $ 69.50 for Double occupancy to rent the self contained cabin. For more information contact Rick Or Mary at: 1-207-764-4441 ( visit their website by clicking picture above )

    BUDGET TRAVELER MOTEL
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    While you're staying with us, please feel free to enjoy some or all of the services that we offer: Nightly single occupancy is $ 58.80 and $ 69.50 Double Occupancy. Contact Dave White at: 1-207-769-0111

    • FREE continental deluxe breakfast
    • FREE coffee 24/7
    • FREE local calls
    • FREE high-speed wireless internet
    • FREE in room movies (DVD)
    • Jacuzzi Suite
    • TV/DVD with remote control in every room
    • Refrigerator and microwave in every room
    • Fax and photocopying service
    • Mail and courier pick-up
    • Air conditioniing/Individual thermostatically controlled electrically heated rooms
    • Laundry facilities 

    PRESQUE ISLE INN & CONVENTION CENTER
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    CLICK ON PICTURE TO VISIT WEBSITE

  • Parking on site
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily in Gram Russo’s Italian Restaurant
  • Meeting and banquet rooms that can hold up to 500 people or can be broken down into four separate meeting rooms or two private conference rooms
  • Private meeting room available for 12 or less
  • Wireless High Speed Internet access
  • Fax/copy service
  • Self Service guest laundry
  • Laundry/dry cleaning services
  • Gift Shop featuring Aroostook County souvenirs
  • Presque Isle Fitness Center
  • Frankie’s Lounge
  • Connection nightclub
  • Cribs/rollways available upon request
  • Pets are welcome
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