Paddle For Pints is a fun and memorable way to experience up to five local breweries, all accessible via the Boardman River. Paddle for Pints will launch four waves of paddlers on all event dates; each wave is limited to the first 50 participants. All Paddle for Pints events begin with a check-in at Paddle For Pints location in the warehouse district. You will then have the option to ride the shuttle to or ride a bike! At the Filling Station Microbrewery you will be able to enjoy a beer and breakfast/lunch as you prepare for your launch!

After launching from Hull Park, just a short walk from The Filling Station Microbrewery on Boardman Lake, the group will paddle to Right Brain Brewery, Rare Bird Brewpub and just a short walk to MiddleCoast Brewing and The Workshop Brewing.

FAQs - More FAQ's at https://paddleforpints.com/faq/ Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

This event is strictly 21+

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Parking is available downtown but we highly recommend the parking decks which are each about 2-3 blocks away. Parking in the immediate area there is only 2-4 hour meter parking and you will receive a parking ticket ($10) Next to MIddleCoast Brewing (formally Monkey Fist) is a parking deck, State Street Parking Deck – Hardy Parking Deck at 303 E State St, Traverse City, MI 49684. We request all participants park here and walk to registration just 2.5 blocks away from 9:00am - 12:00pm.

At registration you will check-in as normal and pick up your swag bag and t-shirt. Here you will have the option to either ride the shuttle or follow your guide on a provided free bicycle ride to begin your tour at The Filling Station Microbrewery. All bicycles are pedal brake single speed beach cruisers. We encourage you to ride a bike as shuttle seats are limited.

There is no parking at The Filling Station Microbrewery or Hull Park. If the parking deck is full then we recommend parking in LOT N, more info located on our FAQ page at Paddleforpints.com.

What can I bring into the event?

Valid ID over 21, proper clothing for weather and to get into breweries, essentials to be on the water for the day, a positive attitude

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

email: info@paddleforpints.com

What's the refund policy?

Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE! Tickets are transferable if your date is not sold out and the date you are switching to is not sold out, email event organizer to do this.
Event is rain or shine and subject to weather. Will wait up to 3 hours for weather to pass. Ticket value can be exchanged for a different event date if not sold out.
Worst case event will be held the day after the scheduled event date if we do not go on the scheduled day.

Other Considerations:
** Each brewery is 1-4 blocks from the river so there will be some walking at each location. Be able to walk up to 15 minutes at a time.**

Hull Park is located directly behind The Filling Station Microbrewery. Directions can be found here: https://goo.gl/maps/dEFBA

Parking is NOT permitted at Hull Park or The Filling Station Microbrewery. You will need to park at Hardy Parking Garage located at 303 E State Street next to MiddleCoast Brewing, this is next to the parking garage that you parked in. A FREE shuttle run from 9:00am - 12:00pm on event dates. The parking garage is located here: https://goo.gl/maps/gkTe6zPy7xL2

At registration you will check-in as normal and pick up your swag bag and t-shirt. Here you will have the option to either ride the shuttle or follow your guide on a provided free bicycle ride to begin your tour at The Filling Station Microbrewery. All bicycles are pedal brake single speed beach cruisers. We encourage you to ride a bike as shuttle seats are limited.

You will have to portage your vessel at the Union Street Dam. Its about 300 feet so please help each other portage. There will be a staging area and volunteers watching vessels while at the breweries. Please have water shoes or sneakers.

Boring yet important stuff:
~ This event is for those aged 21+ only. Don’t forget your ID.
~ You must have shoes/sandals and a shirt to enter all the breweries.