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Herring Run Rental -- Plastic Tandem Kayak
  Herring Run Rental -- Plastic Tandem Kayak

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Herring Run Rental -- Plastic Tandem Kayak

 
Registration & Cancellation Policies for Herring Run Rentals
  • Reservations are required for all Mystic River Herring Run race rentals. No day-of-race rentals will be available.
  • All rentals for the Mystic River Herring Run will be processed through our online reservation system.
  • You will pick up and return your boat at the race start/finish point (Blessing of the Bay Boathouse).
  • The rental fee is refundable up to 7 days before the race, less a 10% reservation fee. If cancellation of the rental occurs with less than one week's notice, the rental fee is forfeited.
  • In the event the race is cancelled, we will refund the rental fee less a 10% registration fee.
  • Renters are responsible for all damage beyond normal wear and tear.
  • The person picking up the canoe will be required to sign a waiver and release of liability. Releases will be available on the day of the event or may be downloaded from our web site.
  • Rentals includes one paddle and life jacket per paddler (two per canoe or double kayak; one per single kayak).
  • All paddlers will be required to wear a life jacket at all times while on the water.
  • The availability of specific kayak models is limited. Call Mark at (617) 965-5110 to discuss availability of specific kayaks, including racing kayaks. Requests for specific boat models are not guaranteed until we confirm.
Release and Waiver of Liability -- Complete Before Arrival
Each participant will be required to sign a release and waiver of liability before participating in this event (an adult will need to complete a release for each minor). Please watch the short safety video and fill out the Online Waiver.
Please read the release over carefully and give us a call or e-mail if you have any questions. 
Where to Pick Up Your Boat
Boats will be available for pickup at the start of the race at Blessing of the Bay Boathouse beginning at 8:00am. Check in at the Charles River Canoe & Kayak trailer to pick up your boat.
What Is Included
Included with the rental of each boat are life jackets and paddles for each paddler.
Deposit/Damage Policy
Your credit card number will be held as a deposit. If you do not pay by credit card, we will require a check or signed credit card imprint for the amount indicated on our off-site-rental web page for the boat type you reserved.
Renters are responsible for repair costs for all structural damage. This includes deep scratches, chips, and gouges through the boat's finish. Deposits will be returned when you return your boat, so long as the boat is returned in good condition.