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51st Annual
Tenandeho White Water Derby

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Sunday, March 29, 2026

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The 51st Annual Tenandeho Whitewater Derby is planned for March 29th, 2026 (a weekend earlier than usual due to the Easter holiday on our regular weekend). We hope to see you there!
Last updated: April 6, 2025, 7:37:12 pm
For those that are members of NECKRA, we're happy to announce that the Tenandeho will be included in the race series this year. This provides NECKRA members another opportunity to earn points.

If interested, visit NECKRA.ORG for more information on their race series and how points work.
The TCA is also looking for new members who would like to join our group.
Click here for more information

Special thanks to the rescue crews that help make this event possible each year:

Arvin Hart Fire Department
Clifton Park Halfmoon Emergency Corps
Hemstreet Park Fire Department
Hillcrest Fire Department
Malta-Stillwater Emergency Medical Services
Mechanicville Fire Department
Melrose Fire Department
North East Mobile Search and Rescue
Northside Fire Department
Round Lake Fire Department
Waterford Fire Department
Other local police and fire departments.

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Message from the TCA
Paddlers,
The 51st annual Tenandeho White Water Derby will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
Please see the race application form for race details. The $10.00 ACA day-of-race membership fee is included in your $20.00 race application fee. It is not a separate payment.
PLEASE NOTE: There will be no registrations after 11:00 AM or at the start line at Coons Crossing. If you feel that you might not arrive in Mechanicville to register before the 11:00 AM cut-off time, please pre register! That will guarantee you a place in the race.
PLEASE NOTE: Helmets and PFDs are required to be worn from start to finish by all competitors in the race. Anyone not complying will be disqualified.
The men's short kayak class is for boats under 13 feet long. The men's long kayak class will be for boats 13 feet long and over. The shorter class is intended for whitewater play boats, slalom style kayaks, and shorter recreational kayaks. The long class is for racing designs, wildwater boats, and longer recreational kayaks.
Come and bring your family and friends! The more the merrier! We look forward to seeing you on the water.

The TCA


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