2023 Cape Cod Bay Challenge

The primary goal of the CCBC is to raise funds for a truly wonderful non-profit organization, Christopher’s Haven, Located near Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Christopher’s Haven consists of nine fully furnished apartments and a community recreation area for families of children being treated for cancer in nearby Boston hospitals. Christopher’s Haven is much more than just a place to stay, it is a support system to help with things large and small, and a community where families can be together, share a laugh, be comforted, and comfort others. Over 300 families have stayed at Christopher’s Haven to date and the CCBC’s support over the past 9 years has helped make those stays possible.

Christopher's Haven

Stand-up paddle event to raise money for Christopher's Haven - a home for kids and their families while they battle cancer

Duxbury Beach Park

<p>The Cape Cod Bay Challenge (CCBC) is the oldest and most recognized standup paddle (SUP) event in the Northeast.  2023 is our 16th year running the event!</p><p>The primary goal of the CCBC is to raise funds for a truly wonderful non-profit organization, Christopher’s Haven.  Located near Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Christopher’s Haven consists of nine fully furnished apartments and a community recreation area for families of children being treated for cancer in nearby Boston hospitals.  www.christophershaven.org</p><p>Paddlers will have the following options to participate: </p><h2>In-Person Paddle Options</h2><p>There will be two options for the in-person paddle on Saturday, August 19th:</p><p><em><strong>Distance Paddle (appr 16 miles)</strong></em></p><ul><li>16-mile paddle from Duxbury Beach or Cohasset Harbor along the coast to the South River and then up the South River to the Keville Rail Trail Bridge near Levitate Surf Shop (1871 Ocean Street).</li></ul><ul><li>Paddlers will depart Duxbury Beach or Cohasset Harbor at 7:30 am. The location for the start will be made 2-days prior to the event based on wind &amp; weather conditions </li></ul><ul><li>Paddlers will need to confirm that they have the experience and conditioning to complete the mileage required by the event. This is for experienced paddlers only and is not something you should attempt if you are new to the sport.</li></ul><ul><li>Distance Paddlers must commit to put in the effort to raise at least $1,000 for Christopher&#x27;s Haven.  A link to set up a 2023 CCBC donation page will be provided after registration.</li></ul><p><em><strong>CCBC-Lite Paddle (appr 5-miles)</strong></em> </p><ul><li>5-mile paddle up the South River to from the Marshfield Yacht Club the Keville Rail Trail Bridge near Levitate Surf Shop (1871 Ocean Street).  </li></ul><ul><li>CCBC-Lite paddlers will wait for the Distance Paddlers to arrive at the launch point and then will join the paddle up the South River to the finish. </li></ul><ul><li>CCBC-Lite paddlers will be required to arrive at the Marshfield Yacht Club (11 Ridge Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050) at 10:45 am for a 11:15 am departure. </li></ul><ul><li>Upon arrival at the Rail Trail bridge, paddlers will exit the water and walk their boards across the street to the After Paddle Celebration which will take place - Levitate Backyard &amp; Rexicana Surf Cantina (from 1:00 pm-4:30pm). </li></ul><ul><li>CCBC-Lite Paddlers must commit to put in the effort to raise at least $500 for Christopher&#x27;s Haven.  A link to set up a 2023 CCBC donation page will be provided after registration.</li></ul><h2>Virtual Paddle</h2><ul><li>Any time during the week of Saturday, August 12th to Saturday, August 19th, virtual paddlers will be required to navigate a 15 mile+ route (all at once) of their choice.  </li></ul><ul><li>Paddlers will need to confirm that they have the experience and conditioning to complete the mileage required by the event. This is for experienced paddlers only and is not something you should attempt if you are new to the sport.</li></ul><ul><li>Virtual Paddlers will NOT be allowed to paddle alone and will be required to have a support boat if they are paddling a route that will take them further than 1/8 of a mile offshore.</li></ul><ul><li>Virtual Paddlers will submit a screenshot of their completed route and time as recorded on your time/route tracking app (such as MapMyFitness or Strava).</li></ul><ul><li>Virtual Paddlers must commit to put in the effort to raise at least $1,000 for Christopher&#x27;s Haven.  A link to set up a  2023 CCBC donation page will be provided after registration</li></ul><h2>Celebration Event – August 19th @ Levitate Backyard/Rexicana Surf Cantina, Marshfield, MA </h2><p>A great after paddle event has always been the hallmark of the CCBC.  The details are as follows:</p><ul><li>On Saturday, August 19th, there will be a celebration &amp; music event from 1:00pm - 4:30 pm for paddlers, friends &amp; family at the Levitate Backyard/Rexicana Surf Cantina located at 1871 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050.   </li></ul><ul><li>Details for the Celebration Event are being finalized.  All paddler registrations will include a ticket to the Celebration Event. This will be a private event so all  friends and family interested in attending will  need to register via Eventbrite in order to participate in the Celebration Event </li></ul><ul><li>Food, beverages &amp; live music will be included in the registration</li></ul><p>We hope you will join us in 2023 for what is sure to be a wonderful event!!!</p><p>Now more than ever, children who are affected by cancer and come to Boston for treatment need Christopher’s Haven and Christopher&#x27;s Haven needs our support.</p><p></p>

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