Thank you to everyone who made this a successful year!! Thank you communities, participants, volunteers!!
Check out Hudson Valley Drones. They graciously provided free to our groups plenty of unedited video of the 2026 Derby. We will review it and see what we can put together. Thank You, Friends!!!
Water Derby 2026
Water Derby 2026
The 51st water derby in partnership with Veterans Sportsmens Association.
Wappingers Creek Water Derby, an 8 mile canoe and kayak adventure, down the scenic Wappingers Creek.
Our partner organization - VSA, provides canoes and kayaks for rent. Separately boats/oars/USCG approved life vests were available for free to military veterans. Every effort should be made to supply your own boat.
A NECKRA listed event for 2026!!