WELCOME TO THE HOME OF THE 2026 CHAOTIC KAYAK RACE

Saturday, November 14th:   CAPTAINS MEETING

  • Location: TBA
  • Bracket draw
  • Race Rules, Info and Q&A

Sunday, November 15thRACE DAY

Race Theme Stars, Stripes, and Splash ( Red White and Blue, Stars and Stripes,  Beach attire) 

  • Best Costume= 5 sec head start 
  • Every $100 a team raises = 5 sec head start
NOTES: 
ALL PARTICIPANTS NEED TO SIGN A WAIVER (see link below)
Registration is $150 per team. 
Click on the ducks below to Register a team, Donate to a team or to learn more
For help with this page, registration or payments
please email Michael.Plourde@teamriverrunner.org or call 931-551-5758

Registered Teams

Vanessa Jones

Committe Co-Chair

Vanessa A. Jones is a dynamic force dedicated to fostering
inclusivity, encouraging discussion, and promoting a culture of
belonging in the outdoor sports community. Hailing from
Washington, DC, she brings a wealth of diverse experiences and
perspectives to her endeavors.
As a US Army veteran and ordained Chaplain with a focus on
seniors and caretakers, Vanessa is deeply committed to serving
others. Her work as a patient-caretaker advocate reflects her
passion for supporting vulnerable populations and ensuring their
voices are heard.
Currently, Vanessa is employed by a resettlement agency, where
she confronts challenges head-on with resilience and
compassion. As a single, Black woman veteran, she embraces
the unique hurdles she faces, viewing them as opportunities for
growth and empowerment.
In her downtime, she wears many hats, including that of a
missionary, spreading hope and positivity wherever she goes.
Weekends are spent paddling, immersing herself in West African
dance and finding solace and joy in nature’s embrace.
Vanessa is committed to equitable principles, ensuring that
everyone’s opinions are valued and heard. Through her
unwavering dedication and inclusive leadership, Vanessa is
paving the way for a more equitable and diverse outdoor sports
landscape.