You are invited to  join us for a “Paddle Out” fundraiser on the Newport Bay, September 11, 2021 @ 11:30am. Imagine 40 to 50 paddle boards and kayaks parading along the Newport Bay proudly donning the American Flag in honor of our fallen US Service Members. The Balboa Bay Club, Newport Board Club and NAC has graciously provided paddle boards and kayaks for those of us who do have access to either. Some of us will launch from BBC and others from a friends dock on Balboa Island. The route will include an easy paddle beginning in front of the Balboa Bay Club to the turning basin in front of Nobu and Elks Lodge. We will unite in a large circle where Nick Nagel and attending Veterans will conduct a memorial in honor of “The 13 Fallen” & surviving families. The group will continue onto Billy's for a Dockside social and end back at the Balboa Bay Club  3:30pm. Your donations will go directly to the families of the 13 US Service Members who were killed in the Kabul bombing.

 Even if you are unable to attend, we encourage donations of any amount to help reach our goal of $40,000, in which 100% of proceeds will be dispersed equally among the 13 families. Please refer to the Donation link.

ITINERARY & RSVP INSTRUCTIONS

Dress attire is Red, White & Blue, suggest waterproof fanny packs to hold shoes, phones, wallets, sunblock, and keys

Starting  Point 11:30am – 12:00pm: Depending on your specific instructions, you will launch from either the  Balboa Bay Club Guest Dock located at 1221 West Coast HWY, Newport Beach, CA or Sea Scouts next door.  Plan on arriving at 11:30am to launch your board or get assigned to a donated board or Kayak.

12:00pm Take Off: Our chase boat sponsored by Randy Phelan leaves at 12pm sharp from BBC (first aid kit, drinks, water will be provided)

 12:30pm - 1:30pm: We arrive in turning basin area in front of Nobu and Elks Lodge and form a circle. The Military  representatives will conduct a "Tribute To Life" ceremony to honor the 13 fallen US Service Members.

1:30pm - 3:00pm: We will paddle a few yards away to “Billy’s at the Beach” for a dock side social. Food and beverage service (no-host) will be available.

3:30pm: Return to BBC

RSVP Required via Text or EMAIL. Please include you name.

Nick Nagel, 760-505-6107, [email protected]

Emily Evers Ziebell, 949-294-4350, [email protected]

Please open map photo below for Route information

What happened August 26, 2021 in Kabul, Afghanistan was devastating. 13 US service members lost their lives and 13 knocks on doors in the late and early morning hours had to be made notifying family members. There is nothing worse than the loss of life especially in such a horrific manner. That Thursday, 13 service members were killed  (and many wounded) and within 24 hours,13 families learned their lives would never be the same. Decisions can have far reaching consequences, affecting parents, spouses, siblings, relatives, and friends in ways we cannot imagine. IT IS TIME WE BAND TOGETHER and show these families that fellow Americans support them in the wake of this incredible tragedy.

***We are proud to be working in partnership with Fund the First to ensure all funds reach those affected***