Paddle in Purple Fundraiser & the Annual Bridge Lighting
PADDLE IN PURPLE shirts are available with paddle registration and/or with a donation to our team. Select your size when you register or contact Tara to request a shirt. Shirts are printed and donated by Leway Enterprises in honor of Dale Scheller.
Deadline for shirt orders is September 5th.
Thursday, SEPTEMBER 18, 2025
5:15-6:30pm — paddle
6:00 - 8:00PM — Bridge Lighting Watch Party
Join our team, Rivertowns SUP & Yoga - Purple Paddlers. Paddle on the Hudson River to help support the Alzheimer’s Association. We launch at 5:30pm and will return to Horan’s Landing Waterfront Park at 6:30pm before the sun sets to watch the bridge turn purple in honor of those lost or struggling with Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
$55/paddler ($50 donation to Alzheimer’s Association + admin fees)
Options for registration:
BYOBoard/Kayak (SUP leash and PFD are required)
SUP Rental (Rivertowns SUP & Yoga clients ONLY*): board, paddle, PFD (life vest) & safety whistle
16 and older (unless approved in advance - contact Tara for age restrictions & guidelines)
Our boards:
10’ Glide Lotus Boards
11’ Glide SUP Boards
Paddlers MUST be able to swim!
PADDLE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED if participating ON WATER.
This paddle is a special event, in conjunction with the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's®, the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
*DUE TO INSURANCE, SUP Rentals are only available to clients who have received paddle boarding instruction from a Rivertowns SUP & Yoga Coach/Instructor.
Join Our Team/Donate
Rivertowns SUP & Yoga - Purple Paddlers
Don’t want to paddle?
You can still donate to the fundraiser! Select the DONATE ONLY button below to donate to the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's®.
Location
Horan’s Landing
Limited parking available at location.
Street parking available.
SUP - CANCELLATION POLICY:
In the event of adverse weather and/or water conditions, Rivertowns SUP & Yoga will cancel the paddle and notify all registrants. The Bridge Lighting Watch Party is rain or shine.
48-hr cancellation policy — due to limited availability of Rivertowns SUP & Yoga equipment, please cancel your reservation at least 48-hrs in advance so equipment can be available for others.
