Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K

🌊 Event Overview

This day is all about supporting The Summer Safe Ocean State initiative in Rhode Island! We are all coming together to raise awareness & funding toward Water Safety/Drowning Prevention, Cancer Prevention/Cardiac Health & Protecting Rhode Island's Coastal Environment.

📅 Date & Location

Date: Saturday, July 12th, 2025

Location: Roger Wheeler State Beach - Narragansett, Rhode Island

🏃 Race Events

• 5K Run or Walk: Join for a scenic run or walk along the coast.
• 1 Mile or 2.4 Mile Swims: Choose your challenge in the open water.
• 3 Mile or 6 Mile Paddles: Enjoy paddling in beautiful waters.
• Eco-Challenger: Complete the 5K Run, 1 Mile Swim, and 3 Mile Paddle.
• Ultimate Challenger: Tackle the 5K Run, 2.4 Mile Swim, and 6 Mile Paddle.
• Co-Ed Swim & Paddle Team Relays: Team up for some friendly competition.

💳 Parking Information

Parking At Roger Wheeler: Charged By Car Weekend Rate:

• RI Resident: $7.00
• Non RI Resident: $14.00

🏅 Division Scoring Brackets

• Up to 17 Years Old
• 18-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70+

📋 Tentative Schedule Of Events

Early Registration Opens March 1st

Early Registration Discount Ends June 1st

Full Price Registration Begins June 2nd

🕒 July 12th Event Schedule

• 6:15am: Parking & 5K Checkin / Time Chip Pick Up
• 7:00am: 5K Registration Closes
• 7:30am: 5K Race Starts
• 7:30am: Swim & Paddle Checkin / Time Chip Pick Up Opens
• 8:30am: Public Event Area Opens
• 8:30am: Swim Checkin Closes
• 9:00am: Swim Races Start
• 10:30am: Paddle Registration Closes
• 11:00am: Paddle Races Start

🤝 Co-Ed Relays

1:00pm: Co-Ed Swim & Paddle Team Relays Start

🚪 Event Closes

3:00pm: Public Event Area Closes

🔗 More Information

For additional details, visit the race page: Waterman Eco-Challenge

🎥 Watch the Race Video

Watch our promotional video: Play 2024 Video