Isthmus Paddle & Portage

Isthmus hosts hundreds of paddlers from across the country as they descend on Madison for the 35th annual canoe race.

This quirky challenge features a canoe race in Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, and a portage across the Capitol Square. Watch for crazy costumes, paddling fanatics, and fun family teams to set oar. Party in the park after!

A portion of the race proceeds benefits Clean Lakes Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to the improvement and protection of the lakes, streams and wetlands in the Yahara Watershed.

Now, you can team up with Leinenkugel's Canoes for a Cause! Help Leinie's and Clean Lakes Alliance clean up the shoreline at Paddle & Portage.