2013 Spirit of the Lake Regatta
Saturday, August 17
Grand Lake’s Annual Brews & Crews Weekend
The Spirit of the Lake is a staggered start exhibition Head Race and Colorado River Headwaters Conservation fundraiser. This event is open to Rowers, Kayakers, Canoeists and SUPers, with separate starts for each division.
Early registration for the Head Race is $25/person. After July 31, entry is $30/person.
Following the race, enjoy the Grand Lake Brew Fest and Colorado Beers! All racers will receive $10 off Brew Fest event fee.
Register Online Here!
Boat Rigging/Drop-off: August 16th – 3:00pm to 7:00 pm at Lake Park: Trailer-Friendly Route: Turn right off of Highway 34 onto West Portal Road, at the junction of Highway 34 and the Grand Lake Chamber Visitor Center. (West Portal Road joins Lake Avenue at a fork.) Continue straight on West Portal Road (Left at the fork) toward the East Inlet Public Boat Launch area (look for directional signage).
At the first stop sign, turn Right onto Garfield Street heading toward the bottom of the hill. Make a Left turn onto Park Avenue heading straight on Park Avenue before making a Right turn onto Hancock Street. Go straight at the stop sign and continue toward the Lake. Parking will be marked for trailers and boat storage.
Pre-Registration and Check-in: August 16th - Available for all racers on from 3:00 – 7:00pm at the Boat Rigging Area.
On-line Registration Deadline: Aug. 14, 2013
Early Registration Deadline: July 31, 2013
The
Spirit of the Lake is staged on Grand Lake (once known as
Spirit Lake) at an elevation of 8,437 feet. Grand Lake is located in north-central Colorado at the western edge of Rocky Mountain National Park. This friendly, historic mountain town is known for its big heart, quirky sense of humor and fervent stewardship of the great Colorado River’s Headwaters. The town is on the edge of the largest natural lake in Colorado at the base of majestic Mount Craig, affectionately known as ‘Mt. Baldy’.
Challenge Races for a Cause
2013 marks the first
Mayor’s Challenge Race, started by Grand Lake Mayor Judy Burke, with the help of Estes Park Mayor Bill Pinkham. The Mayor’s Challenge is a kayak race that takes place on Grand Lake. Watch Mayors Burke & Pinkham face off for a trophy and good fun, while raising money for a cause. Each Mayor chooses their own charity to see who can raise the most money…
Learn more here. Come by Saturday morning August 17 to cheer on your favorite at the Town Dock in Grand Lake!
Mayor Burke performing a Secchi clarity reading on Grand Lake with Alex Brooks
You can sponsor your Mayor for the charity of the Mayors’ choice. Make Pledges Here.
Start your own Challenge Race
