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July 31 - August 2

RAID
ERIE 2026

"Believe me, my friend, there is nothing – absolutely nothing – half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.”


~ "The Wind in the Willows", Kenneth Grahame

3

Days of small boat trekking in the Erie Islands

July 31 - August 2, 2026

5+

Islands to Explore:

Kelleys, South Bass, Middle Bass, North Bass, Pelee, & others!

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Boats Currently

Registered

(Registration Opens Jan 1st)

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Participants

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(Registration Opens Jan 1st)

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What is RAID ERIE?

RAID ERIE is a 3-day gathering of Dinghy Cruisers and other Small Craft enthusiasts, traveling in loose company around the southern islands of Lake Erie, and camping along the way.  There is no cost to register for the event.

 

"A Raid is described as a sail, paddle and oar adventure.  It's a leisure pursuit that involves a fleet of small boats capable of being rowed, paddled and/or sailed, exploring a coastline or inland waterway over several days, often with some friendly competitive elements."

 

The 2026 event is scheduled for Friday, Jul 31st - Sunday, August 2nd, with an optional bonus camping night on Thursday, July 30th.  It kicks off at 1900 Friday with an informal reception at St. Hazards Campground, located at the southern end of Middle Bass Island

 

Kayaks, Canoes, Dinghies, and Trailer Sailers are all welcome .  For those in cruising dinghies, RAID ERIE is proposed as an inaugural rally for the 'Lake Erie' region of the Dinghy Cruising Association - North America.  While not required to participate, please consider joining!

Please see the  FAQ below for more info on appropriate vessels, and particularly 'What the Event Is...and Isn't'​​​​​​

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A Very Loose Agenda...

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Keynote Speaker: Colin Angus

Colin Angus is a celebrated Canadian explorer, author, and filmmaker, best known for completing the first human-powered circumnavigation of the Earth, as well as designing adventure boats at Angus Rowboats.

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Colin's achievements include:

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  • Circumnavigation: In 2006, after 720 days and 43,000 km, he finished his human-powered global journey. Using a mix of cycling, walking, skiing, paddling, and rowing, he crossed three continents and two oceans.

  • Other expeditions: His adventure portfolio also includes rafting the Amazon and Yenisey rivers, sailing the Pacific Ocean, and a human-powered journey from Scotland to Syria with his wife, Julie.

  • Awards and honors: His achievements earned him the National Geographic Adventurer of the Year award. He has also been recognized by Outside magazine as one of the world's "Top 25 Bold Visionaries".

  • Authorship: He has co-authored several books about his expeditions, including Amazon Extreme, Beyond the Horizon, and Rowed Trip.

  • Entrepreneurship: More recently, Angus and his wife co-founded Open Ocean Robotics, a company that develops autonomous boats powered by renewable energy. 

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2026 AGENDA TBD!

RAID ERIE FAQ

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RAID ERIE 2026 REGISTRATION

Want to attend?  Just fill out the form below...

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You will receive  a confirmation email within 48 hours, as well as info emails as we get closer to the event.

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