2024 Jock River Paddle
GET YOUR REGISTRATION FORM HERE
Paddle Starting Times and Shuttle:
The starting point for the Jock River Paddle will be at the bridge on the 9th Line of Beckwith. Parking is located at the ending point, Ashton Park, and a shuttle bus service starting at 9 a.m. will take you back to the starting point. Our staff will be on hand to assist with unloading your boat before you park. Drop your canoe off at the starting location, park at the Ashton Park and take the shuttle back to your starting route.
Shuttle Times:
Shuttle times will be assigned and communicated via email one week prior to the event. This will allow participants to plan accordingly for their starting time.
Payment
Payment can be made by cash, cheque (payable to Beckwith Township) or debit (in-person only). There is a mail slot at the Township Office front door for afterhours drop off. Please mail / deliver payment by Friday, May 3rd, 2024!
Township of Beckwith
1702, 9th Line Beckwith,
Carleton Place, ON K7C 3P2
For more information contact the Township of Beckwith at 613-257-1539 or events@twp.beckwith.on.ca
Photo Contest:
Please take photos of your travels along the Jock and submit them by email to events@twp.beckwith.on.ca. Deadline for submissions is May 27th, 2024. Prizes will be awarded for the best photo!
Map Route:
Refer to the provided map for the 9th Line Road Paddle Route, which spans 6.5 km with staggered starts beginning at 9:30 a.m.
After the Paddle:
Stay for a drink, lunch and live entertainment by Cashmen Ford at the Ashton Pub! If you are interested in having lunch at the Pub, we recommend calling to make a reservation.
2023 Jock River Paddle
WE CONQUERED THE JOCK AND WE COULDN'T HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!
The Jock River Paddle took place on May 13th, 2023 and we couldn't have asked for better weather! The Paddlers began their paddle along the Jock River at the 9th Line of Beckwith and ended up at the Ashton Pub. After paddling 6.5 km, with some unexpected but adventurous portaging, many paddlers joined us at the Ashton Pub for drinks, lunch, socializing and entertainment.
The Township of Beckwith would like to extend their deepest appreciation to the following businesses and individuals who helped make the 2023 Jock River Paddle such a success!
Ashton Pub & Ashton Brew Company
George Watson (Pitmaster)
Robert Drapeau (Photographer)
Cashmen Ford (Entertainment)
Sean Kilpatrick and Family (Canoe Rentals)
Steven Lewis
Toromont Industries Ltd. (BBQ equipment)
Thank you to everyone who participated in this event and made the 2023 Jock River Paddle one we will never forget! We look forward to seeing more of you next year!
Check the Township Facebook page for the full album of 2023 Jock River Paddle photos!