State Employees' Community Campaign 2018 Registration Now Open For Paddle Battle

Last updated on Tuesday, September 4, 2018

(WHITE RIVER CANAL) - Race day is set for one of the signature events during the State Employee’s Community Campaign (SECC). The 13th Annual State Employees’ Paddle Battle competition takes place on Friday, September 14 on White River Canal.

The Indiana State Personnel Department (INSPD) is now accepting team registrations. At 11:30 a.m. Sept. 14, teams from 25 state agencies are set to compete and again we're doing it for charity. The entry fee is $40 per team and includes the boat rental fee. The remaining proceeds ($800) are donated to the winning team's 501 (c) (3) charity of choice for SECC.

The defending champions hail from Indiana Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA) and they'll return to defend possession of the coveted Paddle Battle Oar! We need 24 more teams to challenge them.

Only one team per agency can compete so choose your competitors wisely. Please read all the race guidelines below.

Once your team is confirmed by INSPD Communications, please drop the cash entry fee before the event at the State Personnel Department office, located in IGC-South W161. Our office closes at 4:30 p.m. each business day.

Please be aware of these race guidelines:

State Personnel Department accepts one team per agency, up to 25 teams until the field is full. You must have four riders selected before you submit your team. A spot is reserved for last year's winner.
If multiple teams from an agency register, preference is given to the first team to register via email with their completed information. Remaining teams are placed on an alternate list and notified if a spot opens up.
Once the field is full, teams are assigned into five heats with a random draw. The winners of the five heats qualify for the championship race.
If you wish to practice, you can receive a reduced rate of $20 per boat for a half hour. Just mention to the rental office you are practicing for Paddle Battle and you will receive the discount rate.

Race rules and other information for spectators is posted on the INSPD website. Visit www.in.gov/spd/2730.htm.

1340 AM WBIW welcomes comments and suggestions by calling 812.277.1340 during normal business hours or by email at comments@wbiw.com

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