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Participants are seen navigating the rapids during the 49th annual Great Smith River Canoe and Kayak Race. (COURTESY PHOTO)

WOLFEBORO — Ready, set, paddle! The 50th running of the Great Smith River Canoe and Kayak Race returns Saturday, May 16, at Albee Beach in Wolfeboro. Hosted by the Wolfeboro Lions Club, this milestone event is shaping up to be one you won’t want to miss.

The 4-mile course features calm stretches, a quarter-mile section of Class 2 rapids, and two portages — offering both challenge and fun for experienced racers and newcomers alike. Done it before? Time for another run. Never raced? Take the challenge and jump in.

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