Upcoming Events

TWS 2021 June 12-16, 2021 From the TWS website: "Legend has it that in 1962, Frank Brown and Bill "Big Willie" George decided to take their V-bottom boat, without a motor, from San Marcos to Corpus Christi. They accomplished their mission in about thirty days and decided that other people should have the opportunity to experience the same journey. So, in 1963 they set up the first Texas Water Safari. Today the Safari is a long, tough, non-stop marathon canoe-racing…

La Grange Kanoe Klasika is a canoe and kayak race designed for both the competitor and casual paddler who just wants to experience the event for fun. The race is ~17-miles long. Register on line. This makes it easier for us to plan for the correct number of people and reduces the stress of race day registration! Have fun! If you're out for a challenge, you've found it! A 17-mile sprint in the Texas summer heat can be brutal! If you just…

Save the Date. Check the Up and Back Facebook Page for Updates. Paddlers wanted! Join us Saturday, August 21 at 9:00 am at Junction's city park for a truly unique paddling challenge. You'll have 12 hours to paddle upstream about 15 miles to the First Crossing, then back down to the South Llano Bridge. Only those racers who complete the course in the alloted time will have a chance at a $1,000 cash drawing, as well many other great prizes!…

Covid updates: There will be no socializing following the race (no food, no awards ceremony: champion awards will be given as you finish). We are following social-distancing rules: when you cannot be 6' apart, you must wear a mask (at registration, for example). We will be emailing out the insurance waiver to be signed prior to the race for those who enter online and will have a drop off box for the waivers. Online registration is highly encouraged. Date:  August 28,…

Save the date for the possible 2021 CR100 

Race fee: $20 (You will also need to pay $15/car to enter Stewart Beach--we will be on the kayak and fishing beach, see directions below) The typical course will be out and back short distance laps approx 1/4-1/2 mile out from the beach. 4-6 miles total. We will give an update on the racecourse Thursday, before the race based on the anticipated weather forecast. Please check the facebook page for updates before driving to the race: https://www.facebook.com/TCKRA Saturday, Oct 16th Schedule Registration…

A seven mile canoe / kayak down Clear Creak from Friendswood's 1776 Park to League City's Countryside Park to raise awareness for the preservation of Clear Creek as a recreational feature and flood drainage for the region, and promote Rotary's Community Awareness. This unique course boasts 23 turns in the first mile that eventually widens and straightens out halfway through the course. The race is perfect for the recreational paddler to the competitive racer. Finish line festivities include beer, food…

October 23, 2021. The Lost River 50. Over 50 miles around the lower Trinity. Lost rivers, lost lakes, navigation, alligators, portages, and tough water. Brutal paddling, but nice scenery. More info coming.

About This Activity The Martindale Tri is reputed to be the oldest triathlon in Texas.  It is unique in that the swim leg has replaced by a paddle down the beautiful San Marcos River.  The Tri kicks off with a 7 mile run through the quaint little town of Martindale, TX.  Next up is the bike, which covers 16.5 miles of rolling hills just outside of Martindale and Staples.  Finally, a 5.5 mile paddle from Shady Grove Campground (aka Spencer Canoes) down to…

These races are designed for both the young and old, experienced and new paddlers. Some races will be intense and competitive, while others will be crazy fun. Bring the entire family, scout troop or paddling club and your recreational style canoe (ABS, aluminum etc..No carbon and kevlar. No kayaks. Must use single blade paddle.)  to join us for an afternoon of fun short canoe races. If we need to postpone or move the race due to the weather we will post on our home page 24 hours in advance if the…