# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for this half day trip, paddling from Rocky Point (Deer Creek) to Cannelton boat ramp, a guided journey on the Ohio River!About this EventHave you ever wanted to paddle on the Ohio River and lock through a dam? Now is your chance to be a part of the Fifth Annual ‘Pack- A- Dam Lock’ by Paddle Perry, where we will pack as many paddle-crafts as we can into the Cannelton (Indiana) Lock and Dam.Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.), an ACA Sanctioned EventA fundraising event for Paddle Perry, Inc.Sponsored by Wal-Mart Sparkgood Grant#OhioRiverBasinProudSaturday, July 25 at 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CSTPerry Marine Sales & Service, 7400 IN-66 Cannelton, IN 47520ALL TIMES ARE CENTRAL (CST)Join us for this half day guided trip, paddling from Rocky Point (Deer Creek) to Cannelton boat ramp, which is approximately a 5 nautical mile journey on the Ohio River from mile marker 719 – 724.We're only as fast as our slowest paddler! This is not a race, it's a leisure paddle with pals. Please paddle with the group as we slinky our way down the river.LAUNCH LOCATION:Perry Marine Sales & Service, 7400 IN-66 Cannelton, IN 47520REGISTRATION$20/person (if you have a canoe with multiple people, it's still $20/person, not per craft)It is highly encouraged to reserve your spot early so that we may accommodate you efficiently.* Ticket prices go up to $40/person if you choose to pay at the gate the day of the event. CASH ONLY!FEE includes one decal for your craft, and a shuttle service from the Cannelton boat ramp back to Rocky Point (Deer Creek).DEADLINE: July 15, 2025. (Tickets purchased after July 15 may not have their sticker at check in, but can arrange to pick up at a later date or pay for postage to be mailed.)CRAFT REQUIREMENTS: You may paddle a kayak, canoe, or stand up paddle board. Inflatables are welcome, but must pass inspection before launch. It is highly advised that your kayak be at least 10 feet in length. This is for your safety and efficiency. Inspect your equipment before loading at home! If your boat has a leak or your life jacket is not appropriately sized or in working condition you will not be permitted to paddle during this event. We will be inspecting your gear before launch. No refunds will be made.WAIVER: You MUST sign the waiver before launching. Waivers will be on site at check in.LIFE JACKETS• You MUST have a US Coast Guard approved PFD (life-jacket).• If you're in need of additional life jackets, Paddle Perry has a Life Jacket Loaner Program that you may utilize.Contact: info@paddleperry.com or 812-608-0626RENTALS• Adventures with Mike & Nate, https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresWithMikeandNate• Endless Summer Paddle Company Stand Up Paddle Boards, https://endlesssummerpaddle.com/CLAUSTROPHOBIC? This paddle may not be for you. While in the locks, you will be surrounded by 4 walls and dropping 20’ with some very ominous noises due to the floating locking pins dropping with the water level.NOT FOR BEGINNERS! This trip is not designed for beginner or first time paddlers. If you’ve never paddled before, the Ohio River is a large body of water not like a lake, pond or creek. We've had some first timers that barely make it out of the creek before deciding the trip wasn’t for them. Keep this in mind when purchasing tickets for yourself or friends. 5 nautical miles takes approximately 3 hours to paddle.WHAT TO BRING:☐ US Coast Guard approved PFD (life-jacket)☐ Kayak, Canoe or SUP at least 10' in length and paddle☐ Dry-bag or box (don't forget your keys and wallet!)☐ Cash to purchase food from Lawson's Hotdog Stand at the take out location!☐ Snacks & drinks if needed (approx. 3 hour or less paddle)☐ Sunscreen and bug spray☐ Water shoes (not flip flops, these ramps can be slick and you never know what kind of sharp objects have been dropped on site)☐ Hat and Sun Protective Clothing☐ Towel(s) and extra change of clothes and shoes (in a dry bag or left in your car)☐ most importantly, a sense of adventure!ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION: Saturday, July 25, 2026Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m. CST at Rocky Point, INGPS: 7400 Indiana 66, Cannelton, IN, 47520Proceed to the Registration Tent: Check In, get your sticker and sign your waiver.Unload you and/or your group’s gear. You will want to be unloaded by 9:00 a.m. in order to catch the shuttle back to Rocky Point from Cannelton at 9:30 a.m. THERE WILL BE ONE SHUTTLE TIME FROM CANNELTON: 9:30 A.M.The driver (AND ONLY THE DRIVER) will drive to the public boat ramp in Cannelton. Please park at the boat ramp via the Taylor Street entrance or legally along a nearby street.The driver will then be shuttled via bus back to Rocky Point to rejoin their party/gear. The shuttle pickup from Cannelton will be 9:30 a.m. PLEASE BE ON TIME. There will not be any other shuttle available if you miss the bus.Anytime during this event, questions or concerns can be addressed to Paddle Perry Volunteers for assistance. Paddle Perry Volunteers can be found at the check in booth prior to launch and patrolling the route and in the lock with paddlers to make sure all safety precautions are being taken and in full contact with all law enforcement agencies and the Cannelton Lock and Dam. There will be a power boat above and below the dam equipped with marine two way radios.LAUNCHING:You can launch your watercraft at the Rocky Point boat ramp on the Big Deer Creek Ramp anytime between 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. CST. while waiting for the OFFICIAL START at 10:00 a.m. CST. Wearing your PFD at all times is highly encouraged!!Please stay near the launch site so that you may hear any announcements prior to the start time. DO NOT ENTER the Ohio River until the start time. Stay close together as we slinky down the Ohio River as one group. There will be a lead kayak in front of the group and one sweeper following behind. Please do not paddle ahead of the lead and try not to fall behind. We are only as fast as our slowest paddler and we will not leave anyone behind.Per our Marine Permit with the US Coast Guard, the river will be closed from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. CST to ensure our safety locking thru the dam. We are on a very strict time schedule to lock thru the dam so please be on time. The locks will be open starting at 10:45 a.m. and will close at 11:30 a.m. BE ON TIME.ALL participants MUST wear a PFD while in the locks! If you are not wearing your PFD properly (zipped up or snapped) you will not be permitted in the locks and will be transported back to Rocky Point at the launch site by the local authorities. NO EXCEPTIONS!! This is a federal requirement enforced by the US Coast Guard (and smart common sense).APPROACHING THE LOCKS/SAFETY TIPS:• As you approach the locks stay close to the Indiana shore and DO NOT gravitate left of the long wall of the dam. This is a very dangerous place to be!!! There will be a safety boat there to guide you.• Stay at least 200 yards out in front of the locks.• Stay clear and avoid any barge traffic that may be entering or exiting the locks. If a barge is entering or exiting the locks at our arrival time we will head to shore and wait our turn.• Barges put off a very large wake and you will take on water if you do not maintain distance between your paddlecraft and barge.• Approach all barge wake at a 45 degree angle. Do not let the barge waves hit you broadside ( parallel ) - you will take on water and potentially capsize/tip!!!• If you encounter a barge moored on a mooring cell or the shoreline, leave a minimum distance of 75 yards between you and the barge, the current can be very strong around these barges. In this instance, there will be a safety boat to guide you at a safe distance.• If you encounter a moored barge with their engine running, leave a minimum distance of 100 yards between you and the barge. It is very important that we do not get too close to barges as the turbulence from their engine could capsize your boat or worse. In this case, a Paddle Perry safety kayak or boat will mark the distance and flag you around the outside of their boat to avoid a dangerous situation.ENTERING LOCKS:When you enter the locks you will notice 10 floating anchor pins on the walls at water level with a 30 foot rope attached to each pin. We need 10 paddlers holding on to EACH ROPE to begin the locking procedure. Find a rope and 10 friends as we start the descent in the lock. Enjoy the ride!YOU MUST BE HOLDING ON TO THE ROPE TIED TO THE FLOATING PIN OR ANOTHER PADDLER WHO IS HOLDING THE ROPE AS THE WATER DROPS. THIS IS A COAST GUARD REQUIREMENT!!! YOU MAY NOT FLOAT AROUND THE LOCK!!! DO NOT START PADDLING OUT OF THE LOCK UNTIL YOU HEAR THE HORN!!!!AFTER LOCKING THRU:Proceed to the ramp on the Indiana shoreline. At no point will you need to cross the river.When you exit at the Cannelton public ramp you will find a porta-potty at the ramp and be welcomed Lawson’s Hot Dog Stand.AFTER THE EVENT:Once in Cannelton, we suggest Wall’s Drive In for ice-cream and foods!Check out the Perry County tourism website for local information and businesses: https://www.pickperry.com/An album will be created on our Paddle Perry facebook for you to contribute photos of your day! Please add your photos to share with your fellow paddlers! Link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.2380727095672098&type=3A survey link will be posted and emailed to participants to gather input and feedback about the Pack A Dam Lock event and for future planning. Please be sure to complete our survey.CANCELATION/REFUND POLICY:We will paddle rain or shine! In the case of thunderstorms with lightning, we will have to cancel the event but no refunds will be made. This is a fundraising event.Make plans NOW to PACK A DAM LOCK with PADDLE PERRY!* Stay awhile and make your overnight accommodations. There are several motel options OR enjoy one of many campgrounds at the Hoosier National Forest or cabins in Perry County: https://www.pickperry.com/things-to-do/lodging-cabins/Thanks from your Paddle Perry Board, Paddles Up!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qB-3rLhaxrY - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cannelton/pack-a-dam-lock-padl-2026/100001983466973110 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, charities, parties, entertainment, dog - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cannelton - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Perry Marine Sales & Services - **lat**: 37.9165388 - **long**: -86.671267 - **full address**: Perry Marine Sales & Services, 7400 Indiana 66, Cannelton, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/495fdc0f122143d3426278bc5405bb88ca2076f8663e64ea3781685493312f9b-rimg-w1200-h676-dcd2d7dc-gmir.jpg?v=1777382185 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026 being held? - **A:** Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026 takes place on Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Perry Marine Sales & Services, 7400 Indiana 66, Cannelton, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026? - **A:** Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026 is organized by Paddle Perry. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pack A Dam Lock (P.A.D.L.) 2026 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 Cannelton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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