Paddle enthusiasts from around the globe will gather for the Tahoe Fall Classic and Tahoe Vista Paddlefest, September 10 - 11 for a lively paddle-sports and community festival and the longest inland distance paddle race in the world. 

From News Release...

(TAHOE VISTA, Ca.),  August 18, 2016 --- On September 10 – 11, 2016, paddleboard enthusiasts from all over the world will embark on the first annual Tahoe Vista Paddlefest Fall Classic which is being hosted by Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort in Tahoe Vista, CA.   This premier event is part of the Tahoe Cup organization which is known throughout the paddleboard industry as one of the finest organizers of some of the toughest races in America.  This fall, they will set a new benchmark with this race that extends 22 miles, at elevation 6,200 feet, across Lake Tahoe - the largest alpine lake in North America.

“We have created a community-wide two-day festival to complement this prestigious race,” noted Alex Mourelatos, owner of the beachfront resort (and location of the end of the contest) on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. “Events are all family friendly and selected to help locals and visitors enjoy a fun and memorable time together.”
 In addition to the showcase race that will start on Lake Tahoe’s South Shore and end at Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort on the edge of North Lake Tahoe on Sunday, September 11, there’s a full line up of activities that include beach front yoga workshops, fire dancing, music of the Sneaky Creatures, and a celebratory Hawaiian-style Kalua Pig Luau as part of the Awards Ceremony at the resort.

“We have seen a significant influx of business from the paddleboard community at our resort and throughout the Tahoe Vista area,” said Mourelatos who credits the areas’ miles of sandy beaches and easy-going atmosphere for the recent surge in popularity.

Race Entry Fees, North Lake Tahoe lodging specials, and event package information is available by visiting www.MLRTahoe.com or calling 530.546.9500.

PADDLEFEST HIGHLIGHTS
In the true essence of its title, the Tahoe Vista Paddlefest is a festival filled with fun and celebration for the entire community and visitors from all over the world to enjoy. Saturday overflows with activities for kids of all ages; Sunday is the big race day that culminates with a traditional luau, music, and more.
 
Saturday, September 10, 2016
9:00-5:00    Paddle Swap opens ~ Tradepaddleboards.com
9:00-5:00    Tahoe Vendors on the beach
9:00-5:00    SUP Demos ~ Starboard Paddleboards
9:00-10:30    Tahoe Waterwoman Paddling Experience
9:30-10:45    Beach Yoga workshop ~ Tahoe Flow Arts
11:00    Kids Paddleboard Race
11:00    Cold Water Brewery Open
11:00    SUP/Prone Relay Race
12:00-1:00    Tahoe Watergrom Paddle Fun Challenge
12:30-1:30    Ukulele Strum ~ Tyde Music
1:00-2:00    Hula Hoop workshop ~ Tahoe Flow Arts
2:00-4:00    Live music ~ Jus’ Right
2:00-4:00    SUP Water Polo
8:30    SUP Movie
8:30    Firedancers

Sunday, September 11, 2016
8:00    22 mile Paddle Race starts in South Lake Tahoe, headed for Mourelatos Resort.
9:00-5:00    Paddle Swap ~ Tradepaddleboards.com
9:00-5:00    Tahoe Vendors on the beach
9:00-5:00    SUP Demos ~ Starboard
9:00-10:00    Beach Yoga workshop ~ Tahoe Flow Arts
10:15    3 mile Paddle Race
11:00    Cold Water Brewery Open
11:00-12:00    Flash Mob Dance workshop ~ Tahoe Flow Arts
12:00-2:00    Live Music ~ Sneaky Creatures
12:30-1:00    Tahoe Flow Arts Performance with Sneaky Creatures
1:00    Kalua Pork Luau / Shrimp Boil
2:00    Hula performance
3:00    Awards presentation (long and short course)

Visit www.TahoeVistaPaddlefest.com for more information.

The Tahoe Cup Paddle Racing Series is made possible by the following sponsors:    Nature’s Bakery, North Lake Tahoe Resort Association, Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce, Standup Paddle Magazine, Lake Tahoe Paddleboard Association, Tahoe Paddle & Oar, Waterman’s Landing, South Tahoe Standup Paddle, Ferrari’s Crown Resort, Jason’s Beachside Grill, Vita Coco, MTI, Truckee Tahoe Medical Group, Tahoe TV/Lake Tahoe Visitor Channel, Willard’s Sport Shop and Sawyer Paddles, Cold Water Brewery.