Join WaterFire Providence’s Unique Kayak Lighting Event August 9

Calling all kayakers!

WaterFire Providence wants to showcase your skills on the water at an upcoming lighting.

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The popular Providence attraction has been illuminating the river for decades with their unique art installation of firepits (braziers) on the water.

Join the WaterFire Fun

On Saturday, August 9, local kayakers are welcome to paddle along and get an up-close look as the fires crackle.

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WaterFire's Clear Currents Community Paddling Event celebrates clean water in Rhode Island. If you love to be on the water, take part in this one-of-a-kind event.

Hurry, registration closes on July 25.

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Participant Requirements and Safety Rules

To make participants feel comfortable and prepared, WaterFire Providence has shared a list of rules and regulations for the evening:

All participants are expected to be experienced paddlers.

Participants must provide their own kayak, paddles and personal flotation devices.

This event accepts solo kayaks only.

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Due to safety considerations, no other type of vessel will be allowed. That means no paddle boards, canoes, or inflatable kayaks.

Only kayaks under 14 feet in length will be accepted due to safety requirements on the river. No outriggers will be allowed.

WaterFire will provide the illuminated fish and all appropriate mounting devices, and will install them on your kayak in a temporary, non-destructive fashion.

Participants will be divided into six “schools” that paddle together during the event. If you are attending Clear Currents as a group, please include the names of your friends/family when signing up.

All paddlers must be 18 years old or older to participate.