Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle 2023 |
The Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle includes a 5K run/walk race and three paddling races (3, 9, and 12 miles). All events are held at the Department of Conservation and Recreation Blessing of the Bay Boathouse in Somerville. The 5K course continues along the Mystic River bike path and through DCR Torbert MacDonald Park. There are no street crossings on this flat course. The paddle course is along the Mystic River. For the 12 mile course there is a portage.
Registration fees
5k Run Closed
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$25.00Jan 17 - May 17
Fundraising Only Closed
3 Mile Paddle Closed
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$25.00Jan 17 - May 17
9 Mile Paddle Closed
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$25.00Jan 17 - May 17
12 Mile Paddle Closed
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$25.00Jan 17 - May 17
3 Mile Paddle and 5k Run Closed
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$40.00Jan 17 - May 17
9 Mile Paddle and 5k Run Closed
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$40.00Jan 17 - May 17
12 Mile Paddle and 5k Run Closed
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$40.00Jan 17 - May 17
5k Run (Corporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
3 Mile Paddle (Coporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
9 Mile Paddle (Corporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
12 Mile Paddle (Corporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
3 Mile Paddle and 5k Run (Corporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
9 Mile Paddle and 5K Run (Corporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
12 Mile Paddle and 5k Run (Corporate) Closed
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Jan 17 - May 17
Bike to the Sea Bike Ride Closed
Enjoy a bike ride along the watershed and paths with our friends from Bike to the Sea
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FreeJan 17 - May 17
Additional details
Special $10K Match
For 2023 only--we have a gift match opportunity. If you give a donation on top of your registration it will be matched dollar for dollar--up to $10K. Can you spare an extra $5 or $10 dollars on this? (Or even...)
Prizes
Fabulous prizes are donated from local businesses.
Parking
On street parking is available. Additionally, parking at the Somerville District Courthouse, 175 Fellsway, is a .5 mile walk to the Boathouse.
5K Teams
5K Teams consist of 3 or more runners. There are no designated teams for paddling races.
Maps
Boat Classes
Single Kayak, Single Racing Kayak, Double Kayak, Tandem Canoe, Tandem Racing Canoe, Solo Canoe, Stand-Up and Prone Paddleboard. Additional classes may be created based on registrations. Call Mark at 617-965-5110 if you have questions about boat classes.
Boat Reservations
Do you want to paddle but don’t have a canoe, kayak, or stand up paddleboard? Charles River Canoe & Kayak will deliver the boat or board to the race for you. Call Mark at 617-965-5110 or see http://www.paddleboston.com/rentals/herring.php
Sponsors
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
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| 1 | Nasser Brahim, MyRWA Board President | $533.35 |
| 2 | Matthew Wilson | $107.35 |
| 3 | Miguel | $107.35 |
| 4 | Anonymous | $100.00 |
| 5 | K. BARRY & JAN SHARPLESS | $80.73 |
Top teams
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GreenRootsRaised:$560.83 |
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Save the Alewife BrookRaised:$54.96 |
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ALLIED WORLD INSURANCERaised:$54.96 |
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MetaSystemsRaised:$27.48 |
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FunRunnersRaised:$25.00 |
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Melrose Running ClubRaised:$11.50 |
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Boston 1Raised:$11.50 |
Top fundraisers
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Faye Charpentie...$293.52 Raised$250.00 Goal |
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Johanna SharplessRaised: $167.63 |
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Ben WrightRaised: $81.58 |
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Louisa & Z... BissettRaised: $37.48 |
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Lindsay Jones$25.00 Raised$250.00 Goal |
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Melanie ParkerRaised: $25.00 |
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Cortney ProulxRaised: $11.50 |
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Noah PestanaRaised: $11.50 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Mystic River Watershed Association
- contact@mysticriver.org
