Special Olympics Maryland Kayaking Championships
Special Olympics is founded on the belief that people with intellectual disabilities can, with proper instruction and encouragement, learn, enjoy, and benefit from participation in individual and team sports. These must be adapted only as necessary to meet the needs of those with mental and physical limitations. Special Olympics believes that consistent training is indispensable to the development of an individual’s sports skills. In addition, competition among those of equal abilities is the most appropriate means of testing these skills, measuring progress, and providing incentives for personal growth.
Special Olympics Maryland serves over 7,000 athletes across the state through 27 different sports in 18 county programs and 21 school districts. We are hosting our annual Kayaking Championships at the beautiful Hodson Boathouse at Washington College in Chestertown, MD and would love for you to join us!
About the Event
Whether you're already a fan of kayaking or just curious about what a day of competition looks like, we'd love to welcome you to this gorgeous waterfront location for an unforgettable day supporting our athletes. It's also a great chance to get in some service hours before the school year starts, or to turn it into a fun day trip to a lovely Eastern Shore town (Chestertown is about 45 minutes from the Bay Bridge, or 1.5 hours from Baltimore).
We'd be especially grateful for volunteers who can join us for the afternoon shift to help with end-of-day breakdown. Think of it as your chance to be part of the after-party crew, packing up buoys, flags, and lanes as the sun starts to set on a great day of competition. It's a fun, hands-on way to help us close things out and celebrate a job well done!
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, August 8th
- Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Hodson Boathouse at Washington College, Chestertown, MD
Shifts are available for full day, half-day, and end-of-day slots. We'll provide snacks, lunch, and water throughout the event, plus a volunteer t-shirt to keep!