The E3 Riverfloat is a chance for racers, their friends and families to relax and enjoy the Rappahannock River. The E3 Riverfloat is divided into two events: river recreation and a wooden canoe race.
From 10 AM - 5 PM, canoes and kayaks can be rented and shuttles are provided. Tubing trips start at 1 PM. The one-mile tubing trip starts at the Virginia Outdoor Center and ends at Old Mill Park. Canoes and kayaks can be taken out on the two-mile tidal section, starting at Old Mill and finishing up at City Dock.
| Tubes | $16/person ($12/groups of 10+) |
| Canoes (fits 2-3 adults) | $20/trip |
| Kayaks (single and double) | $20/trip |
E3 Wooden Canoe Race
In this race, one’s wood-carving skills are put to the test. Wooden Canoe Race competitors purchase a small block of wood, carve it into a canoe, decorate it, and then race it down the river.
There are four race heats based on age: elementary school, middle school, high school, and adult (18 or older). The wooden canoes are also judged on appearance, those winners will be announced before the heats begin.
| 10 AM - 12 PM | Boat Drop Off and Judging |
| 12:30 PM | Best of Show Announcement |
| 1 PM | Race Heats Begin |
| 2 PM | Winners Announced |
For more information on acquiring a $10 race kit, please visit here.
About E3 Kids
All proceeds from the E3 Riverfloat will go towards E3 Kids programs in Kenya. E3 Kids International (www.e3kids.com) supports schools in Kenya and provides education scholarships for impoverished students. Their mission is to equip, empower and educate impoverished students in developing countries. Based out of Fredericksburg, e3Kids partners with locals in Kenya who are trying to positively impact their community. Through these join efforts, children who lack the means to receive an education are now able to attend school.