9th Annual Courtney Roderick Run For Recovery

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

Round out the summer with one last coastal challenge.

The Second Beach Sprint Triathlon is a late-season race set entirely within some of Aquidneck Island’s most scenic and protected landscapes. Designed to be welcoming for first-time triathletes while still offering a rewarding course for experienced racers, this sprint is the perfect way to close out your summer of training.

The Course:

Swim

The race begins with an open-ocean swim off iconic Second Beach. Athletes will experience true coastal conditions in a clearly marked course with excellent sightlines and shoreline support.

Bike

The bike leg rolls through the scenic farmland of Middletown, featuring quiet roads, open views, and gentle elevation changes that reward steady effort without being overly technical.

Run

The run is the signature piece of the race, taking athletes out toward Sachuest Point and looping around the reservoir near Third Beach and Hanging Rock Road. This section winds entirely through protected nature preserve areas, offering a rare and beautiful racing environment surrounded by open land, water, and coastal views.

This is a 5K Run/Walk Event to raise money for Operation Stand Down in Rhode Island, which raises money for struggling and homeless veterans. We also will be raising funds for our core mission to help PTSD veterans and their families.

There is a $5 registration discount for military and first responders. Racers are electronic BiBTag Timed using MyLaps (reg). All participants will receive memorial military-style dog tags.

Children 12 and under are free. Wheelchairs are welcome.

This 5K Run/Walk event is in honor of PFC Zachary M. Martin, USMC, who took his own life due to PTSD.