Pints & Paddles For A Cause

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Date(s) - 11/15/15
9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Come splash around and sip delicious beer for an incredible cause at this San Diego Beer Week event, benefiting Team River Runner, a non-profit that leads wounded veterans to recovery through kayak and paddling programs. The day kicks off with a two-mile pro paddle race, followed by an amateur race and then a recreation paddles around Mission Bay’s Vacation Isle.  All will be launching from North Cove. At the finish line, paddlers receive a Ninkasi logo’d pint glass to use at Barefoot Bar & Grill’s “Pints For A Cause” after-party, where the legendary waterfront watering hole will be serving up beer by Ninkasi Brewing, live music by Private Domain, and exciting prizes to both paddlers and the public.  We are even raffling off a KAYAK!

Schedule

  • Pro Race Heat: 9:00 to 10:00 AM
  • Amateur Race Heat: 10:00 to 11:00 AM
  • Recreation Paddle: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • Ninkasi Sponsored Beer & Music at Barefoot Bar & Grill: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Check out the Event page here: www.pintsandpaddles.org

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.