CLPOA Regatta 2025
The Regatta has been a summer time celebration on Chandos Lake for more than 50 years!
It’s a fun-filled event for everyone – of all ages.
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025 (Rain Date: Sunday, August 3)
Location: Lakeview Cottages & Marina, 176 Lakeview Crescent, Apsley (Accessible by car or boat)
Registration: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Land Races Begin: 12:30 PM
How to Participate
All participants must sign a waiver [here] or at the event.
Check in at the registration table upon arrival. Wristbands will be provided at on-site registration and are required for all events.
Land Events
Running Races
Ages 2–3, 4–5, 6–7, 8–9 (boys and girls)
Sack Races
Ages 8–10, 11–14, 15–22, 23+ (boys and girls)
5-Person Relay Race
Teams of any age – Includes egg & spoon, three-legged, wheelbarrow, hula hoop pass, and water bucket relay
Water Events
Swimming Races (by age & gender)
– 6 & under: lifejackets required
– 7–9, 10–11, 12–14: non-swimmers must wear lifejackets
– 15–17, 18–40, 40+
2-Person Tube Races (ages 8–13, 14+)
Bring your own tube, lifejackets required
Canoe Races
– Boys & Girls: Ages 8–12, 13–17, 18+
– Mixed 2-Person: Ages 8–14, 15+
– 5-Person Canoe Race
More Fun!
Casting Competition
Opens at 11:30 am
Ages: Under 7, 8–10, 11–13, 14–16, 17+ (boys and girls)
Horseshoe Tournament
Register at the registration table
Recycled Craft Contest: Wearable Accessories
Create a fun, wearable item using only recycled materials.
Judging based on creativity, material use, wearability, appearance, and effort.
Think you know the youngest or oldest participant? Let us know at the registration table!
Free BBQ for All Participants
Enjoy a free BBQ throughout the event!
Volunteering
The Regatta would not be possible without the amazing support of our volunteers. If you would like to help out, please fill out our Volunteer Form.
Any questions? Contact info@clpoa.ca
