# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for an exhilarating morning of adventure and friendly competition at the Buchanan-Galien Lions Club's Poker Kayak Run on July 19th starting at 8:30 am. Participants will navigate along the Saint Joseph River and draw cards at various docks, aiming to create the best poker hand by the end of the course. This family-friendly event is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, challenge your skills, and support a great cause. Don't forget to bring your kayak or canoe, and get ready for a day of fun on the water. All skill levels are welcomed, life vests are mandatory. Sign up online through the ticket link by June 30 and receive one wild card to increase your chance of winning! The first 50 participants at registration will receive a goodie bag. There will also be raffle tickets available for purchase (cash only) at the start of the event and winners will be drawn at the end. 

***Please Note***New this year! Registration is at 8:30 am for all participants. Bring your vessels to the boat launch for registration, drop them off once registration is complete then drive your vehicle to Camp Betz. We will have a shuttle bus available to bring you back to the start of the run. All participants must arrive to the picnic area of Camp Betz by 2:30 pm to be eligible for prizes.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/buchanan/9th-annual-kayak-canoe-poker-run/200030126804752
- **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, contests, workshops, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 41

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Buchanan
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 15437 N Red Bud Trl, Buchanan, MI 49107-1378, United States
- **lat**: 41.84123
- **long**: -86.36055
- **full address**: 15437 N Red Bud Trl, Buchanan, MI 49107-1378, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run being held?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run takes place on Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 15437 N Red Bud Trl, Buchanan, MI 49107-1378, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run is organized by Buchanan-Galien Lions Club.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Buchanan, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 9th Annual Kayak/Canoe Poker Run sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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