Join the Susquehanna River Trail Association on June 7 for the Roaring Bull Canoe, Kayak, and Standup Paddleboard Races beginning at the mouth of Mahantango Creek (6 miles north of Millersburg at the Dauphin County line) and finishing at Millersburg’s MYO Park.

Veteran and rookie down river racers compete in a variety of classes over a 6.5 mile (recreational division) or 9 mile (competitive division) course. Afterwards, lunch is provided at the MYO Park pavilion in Millersburg, followed by a youth race on a one mile loop course.   Racers receive an event t-shirt and awards.

Registration is $15 per adult and $5 per child (under age 14).

“The Roaring Bull races are a good time for all - whether a seasoned pro or a family out to test their mettle,” said John Meister, event chairman for the Susquehanna River Trail Association.  “The Susquehanna River and its islands provide the perfect scenery and just the right amount of challenge to make for a memorable event!”

Media are invited to come out to videotape or photograph the event. Boats and guides can be arranged.

The Susquehanna River Trail-- a National Recreation Trail-- was established in 1998 to promote environmentally-responsible recreation on the Susquehanna River and its islands and encourage resource awareness, stewardship, and conservation by river users.

The trail is managed by the SRTA (a non-profit organization) in partnership with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the National Park Service – Chesapeake Gateways and Water Trails Program.

The trail and its island campsites can be visited from late spring through early fall when the river level is below five feet on the Harrisburg gauge.  This is the recommended maximum water level.  A waterproof guide provides detailed information about the trail, including safety tips, island inset maps, river history, points of interest, and more.

Information on purchasing the guide can be found at the River Trail Guides webpage and registration forms and further details, visit the Roaring Bull Canoe, Kayak, and Standup Paddleboard Races webpage.

6/2/2014