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11th Annual Block Challenge Fundraiser To Benefit Paddler For Humanity |
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at Montauk Lighthouse in Montauk, Suffolk County, Hamptons, Long Island, New York |
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July 30, 2016 |
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7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Montauk Lighthouse |
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2000 Montauk Highway |
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Montauk, NY 11954 |
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Description: |
11th Annual Block Challenge Fundraiser To Benefit Paddler For Humanity at Montauk Lighthouse in Montauk, Suffolk County, Hamptons, Long Island, New York.
The paddle begins at 7:00AM on the north side of the Montauk Lighthouse, will take approximately six hours and ends at Champlin's Marina. Once on Block Island, paddlers will celebrate their accomplishment at Champlin's with a catered lunch complete with water, juice, beer and wine, followed by a ceremony thanking all involved. A return ferry ride to Montauk courtesy of the Montauk-Block Island Ferry from Viking Fleet departs Block Island at 5:00PM Weather dates are July 31, August 28 and August 29, 2016.
The challenge is not limited to standup paddlers only, "paddlers" in kayaks and outrigger canoes are also welcome and encouraged to participate. Paddlers must raise or contribute a minimum of $1,500.00 to participate, $750 for paddlers under 18-years-old. All paddlers in kayaks and outrigger canoes must wear a life preserver and all standup paddleboarders must use a paddle leash attached to their board. It is also suggested that in preparation for the challegnge, particpants complete a paddle of at least 10-miles. Support boats and jet skis will be in the waters manned by certified lifeguards. Register online at http://bit.ly/BlockChallenge16.
Last year, with the efforts of 52 paddlers, hundreds of donors and and the volunteer team combined, Paddlers for Humanity donated more than $150,000 to the following local programs: Bridgehampton School District; buildOn; East Hampton Heathcare Foundation; East Hampton High School; Family Service League; Hampton Lifeguard Association; Hoops 4 Hope; Project Most; i-Tri; Long Island Communities of Practice; and the refugee crisis in Greece.
Paddlers for Humanity
Paddle - Help Others - Challenge Yourself - Have Fun
Paddlers for Humanity is an all-volunteer, 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization based in East Hampton, NY dedicated to bettering children's' lives, with an emphasis on supporting innovative and comprehensive mental health programs for kids and youth, including greater early intervention outreach, resiliency, anti-bullying, and changing behavior through a focus on the positive. Plus, the P4H Catastrophic Fund supports families in crisis on the East End of Long Island. |
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917-834-3888 |
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