Jamestown Rhode Races

Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K

SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026

Founded in 2011, the Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K is an annual multisport festival supporting charities focused on drowning prevention, cancer support, cardiac health, and coastal sustainability. The event features running, swimming, and paddleboard races.

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Events:

• 5K Run or Walk

• 10K Run

• 400 Meter Kids Swim

• 1 Mile or 5K Swim

• 3 Mile or 6 Mile Paddle

• Eco-Challenger (5K Run + 1 Mile Swim + 3 Mile Paddle)

• Ultimate Challenger (10K Run, 5K Mile Swim, 6 Mile Paddle)

Ocean Swim:

New England's only open-water swim meet dual sanctioned by USA Swimming and U.S. Masters Swimming. This meet offers three race distances, individual and cumulative time relay competitions, a team points competition, and non-wetsuit (awards eligible) and wetsuit (no awards) divisions.

• Open Water Meet Announcement - click to view

• Details & sanction requirements

• Shareable link: https://bit.ly/wec-owmeetannouncement26

• Coach Attestion Form - click to view

• Required for all swimmers age 12 & under

• Individual Event Age Groups:

• 5K Swim: 11-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

• 1-Mile Swim: 9-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

• 400-Meter Swim: 12 & under

• Relay Age Groups (sum of the 3 swimmers’ ages):

• 5K swim: 33-51, 52-117, 118-179, 180+

• 1-mile swim: 27-51, 52-117, 118-179, 180+

• 400-meter swim: 36 & under

Key Dates:

• February - Early Registration Opens

• April 15 - Early Registration Discount Ends

• April 16 - Full Price Registration Begins

Tentative Schedule:

• 6:30 AM - Parking Lot & 5K/10K Run Check-In Open

• 7:00 AM - Swim & Paddle Check-In Opens

• 7:00 AM - Run/Walk Entries Close

• 7:15 AM - Run/Walk Races Start

• 8:00 AM - Swim Individual Race Entries Close

• 8:30 AM - Swim Check-In & Relay Entries Closes

• 8:40 AM - Mandatory Swimmer Briefing

• 9:00 AM - Swim Races Start

• 11:00 AM - Paddle Race Entries Closes

• 11:30 AM - Paddle Races Start 11:30am

• 11:45 AM - Swim Awards Ceremony

• 3:00 PM - Public Event Area Closes

Parking:

Regular state beach parking rates apply. Season passes will be honored. Rhode Island resident day parking $7. Non-resident day parking $14. Senior resident $3.50. Senior non-resident $7. Parking rates are set by the State of Rhode Island and subject to change.

The Beer Tent at the 2026 Blessing of the Fleet festival will be strictly 21+ on Friday night. Unfortunately, we will NOT be able to make exceptions to this rule for minors or young children, even if they are accompanied by an adult.

10 mile run/walk on a scenic course.

The town of Narragansett has capped this event at 4000 participants, we cannot take more entrants, so we advise to sign up early.

If you would like to donate, please go to : https://www.narragansettlionsclub.org/page/70477~769863/Donations

As this is a charity there are no refunds.

T-shirts limited to the first 4000 registrations, sizes are first come first served. T-shirt TBA.

Early bib number pick up:

July 15th, from 4-7pm at the Wakefield Running Club, 20 Main Street, Ste B, (Belmont Market Plaza) Wakefield, RI

July 18 from 8am-noon at the Narragansett Pier Middle School, 235 S Pier Rd, Narragansett, RI US 02882

If not sold out, we will hold race day registration on July 25th at the Pier School Gym, from 3pm until race time. 235 S. Pier Rd, Narragansett, RI. ONLINE ONLY there will be no paper registration!

For 6 weeks, young athletes across Rhode Island and Massachusetts have been swimming, biking, and running toward this one incredible goal!

This finale event brings together participants from Race4Chase programs across both states to celebrate their hard work, determination, and confidence gained throughout the summer. It’s more than a race, it’s a powerful celebration of youth achievement, healthy living, and community support.

While this event is exclusively for Race4Chase participants and not open to public registration, we need enthusiastic volunteers to help make it a safe, smooth, and unforgettable experience for every child crossing that finish line.

The Ocean State Crossing draws top Challengers from across the nation to set out on a 15 mile paddle & row navigation challenge across iconic Rhode Island Sites - Fort Adams, Newport Harbor :: Point Judith Lighthouse. This event hosts paddlers & rowers of multiple disciplines, fundraising & celebrating Summer Safe Ocean State culture!

The Ocean State Crossing end points are Fort Adams Beach In Newport Harbor & Roger Wheeler State Beach in Point Judith. The Crossing direction will be based on weather conditions with the preferred route being Point Judith to Newport.

The Ocean State Crossing is an event to celebrate Ocean Culture & support the mission of Summer Safe Ocean State L3C Organization (organization which prioritizes mission over profits & at all times further accomplishments of charitable or educational purposes). Summer Safe Ocean State L3C is committed to fostering awareness and impact toward safe, coastal recreation. We create and support initiatives which positively and directly address Drowning Prevention, Cardiac Health/Cancer Prevention & Coastal Sustainability in The Ocean State.

The Ocean State Crossing is the newest race in The Summer Safe Ocean State Event Series. Joining Waterman Eco-Challenge & Summer Safe Ocean State 5K/10K to round out a dynamic coastal recreation experience this summer!

Local Hospitality Resources:

The Shore House - Narragansett, The Break - Narragansett, Atlantic House - Narragansett, Scarborough Beach Motel - Narragansett, Hampton Inn - South Kingstown, Fairfield Inn - South Kingstown, Holiday Inn - South Kingstown, Shepards Run - South Kingstown. Many Bed & Breakfasts in Narragansett, Jamestown, Newport.

Event Details:

Target Date:

• Saturday August 15, 2026

Weather Postponement Date:

• Sunday August 16, 2026

All Participants Commit To:

• Transport Driver & Vehicle to Drop & Pick Up at Endpoints

• Commit To $600 Fundraising In Addition To Registration Fee

• Follow All USCG & RIDEM Boating Safety Regulations Including:

• Must Carry USCG Approved Type I, II, III or V Wearable PFD & Tethering Leash For Paddle Boards

• Must Carry Sound Producing Device: Whistle or Horn

• Abide By All Navigational Rules

• Wear Bib Number & Race Jersey At All Times

Target Times:

• Start 06:30 am

• Finish Cutoff 11:00 am

• Timekeeping Vessel keeps all Challengers ahead of 4.5 hour cutoff time

Site Launch / Land Points:

• Point Judith - Roger Wheeler State Beach

• Newport - Fort Adams Boat Ramp, Public Beach

Challenger Crossing Crafts:

• Prone paddle boards, SUPs, Surfskis, Coastal Surf Boats & Ocean Kayaks.

Directional Plan:

• Primary Course:

• Launch 06:30 am Roger Wheeler State Beach

• Northern course across to Fort Adams, Newport Harbor

• Through Fort Adams Harbor mooring field

• Finish on Fort Adams Beach

• Conditions Adjusted Alternative:

• Launch 06:30 am Fort Adams Beach, Newport

• Through mooring field, around Fort Adams Point

• Southern course across Point Judith Lighthouse

• Finish Fort Roger Wheeler State Beach