Paddle the Chain of Lakes at Big Ole SUP-athon

A collage with a cartoon Viking holding a paddle and shield on the left, and groups of people paddleboarding on a calm lake in the two photos on the right, celebrating Paddle the Chain of Lakes at Big Ole SUP-Athon.

Calling all Stand-Up Paddleboards, Kayaks and Canoes! If you love to paddle the water, the 2nd Annual Big Ole SUP-athon is a must do! This fun and adventurous event is geared for paddlers of all skill levels from experts looking to push their limits to leisure paddlers looking for some beautiful scenery on great water routes. Some of these routes may be unknown to many people, so it’s a great opportunity to discover fantastic connections within the Chain of Lakes!  The Big Ole SUP-athon is a two-day event designed to strengthen the connection between the people and the lakes of West-Central Minnesota while raising funds for local 501(c) charities.

sup routeParticipants can choose from the 6-mile Sven Six, the 10-mile Sven Ten and the 26-mile Big Ole!

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