🚣♀️ PADDLE THROUGH PARADISE 🌊
Have Fun · Make Memories · Give Back!
Join us for the 24th Annual Paddle for Betterment on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in the heart of the 1000 Islands – hosted by the Alexandria Bay Chapter of the Foundation for Community Betterment! This isn’t just a paddle – it’s a beautiful River-loving celebration of community, kindness, and outdoor fun!
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🃏 WHAT’S A PADDLE POKER RUN?
Paddle your kayak, canoe, SUP or skiff to checkpoints around the 1000 islands, collecting cards to build your poker hand. Best hands win fun and awesome prizes!
🏆 AMAZING PRIZES AWARDED:
🥇GRAND Prizes for Top 3 Poker Hands in Youth (17 & Under) and Adult (18+) Divisions
🎁 Door Prizes for Adults, Teens & Youth (Sponsored by Kahrs Construction)
🃏 "Joker Card" Draw
🐢 "Last Paddler Back to the Beach" (Sponsored by Lil' River Fudge Co)
💸 $2,500 Gift Certificate for a "ROYAL FLUSH" Sponsored by Sundance Leisure Pools & Spas ♠️♥️♣️♦️
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🎟️ OUR CRYSTAL CLEAR KAYAK RAFFLE IS BACK! ✨
🎫 Tickets Only: $5 each | 3 for $10
Enter now, along with other Amazing Items this year!
www.tinyurl.com/RafflesForBetterment2025
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👕 REGISTER EARLY & SAVE BIG!
Pre-register by June 20 to:
✅ Save $5
✅ Get a FREE fitted $15 event t-shirt
(Sponsored by Cherry Island Weddings)
👉www.tinyurl.com/PaddleForBetterment2025
🎉YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
Entry to Friday Night's Welcome Party at Bonnie Castle Resort (5:30-7:30), FREE breakfast, door prize entry, chance to win GRAND PRIZES, water & snack bar, and a 2025 signature gift — A Waterproof Dry Bag, sponsored by 4 Green Power Systems!
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🗓️ EVENT SCHEDULE – SATURDAY, JULY 12
📍 Village Beach, Alexandria Bay
🕗 8:00 AM – Check-In & Day-of Registration
🕘 9:00 AM – Paddle Poker Run Begins!
🕚 11:00 AM–12:00 PM – Recipient Ceremony (the heart of our weekend ❤️)
🎉 Celebrate the “Ripple Effect” of your generosity in action!
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💛 WHY PADDLE FOR BETTERMENT?
Because there's no better feeling than making memories on the water while helping neighbors in need. Your participation directly supports local causes, recipients, and the "Ron McLennan Immediate Need Fund" which helps our community year-round.
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🌟 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
Want your business, family, or team to be part of the impact?
Become an event sponsor and help amplify the ripple effect.
www.tinyurl.com/PaddlePartner2025
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✨ MORE FUN AWAITS!
Explore the full Community Betterment Weekend lineup:
🛶 Paddle for Betterment
🏌️ Golf for Betterment
🎾 Tennis for Betterment
🎶 Welcome Party
❤️ Recipient Ceremony
🍋 Lemonade for Betterment
👉 www.CommunityBetterment.org/AlexandriaBay
Let’s paddle with purpose—See you on the RIVER! 💦
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