2010

The oldest consecutively run wildwater race in the US

The races will be held on the weekend of April 17/18 this year

Race Forms

Paddling Clinics:

 

Held at the MA Highway yard, just off the "Green Bridge" in the center of Huntington.

From west or east of Huntington, follow Rt. 20 to center of town.  At the center, you will see the bridge mentioned above. From the north, follow Rt. 112 into Huntington till you see the bridge.

Sunday, March 28 

Saturday, April 3

Sunday, April 11

All start at 1:00 pm

Jim O'Brien, a long time assistant for the races, someone who helped others, passed away recently due to an unfortunate accident.  After his memorial service in Springfield, several of his friends did a memorial run down the river starting at Knightville.  Here is a short video clip of their tribute:

In case the video is not showing on this page:

Direct Youtube Link

The paddlers:

Jim O'Brien Memorial Paddlers 2010

Website of the Westfield River Races-host of the annual event

Official Website of the Westfield River Races