Paddling, camping and more this weekend

Jun 20, 2016
Jun 20, 2016 Updated Jun 21, 2016
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Paddle for Fame in Discovery Bay is back in an unofficial way — The original Paddle for Fame event, above, is coming back this year as a grass-roots, unofficial version of its former self.
Photo courtesy of Mike Guzzardo.
Photo courtesy of Mike Guzzardo

Outdoor enthusiasts looking for some summer fun in the sun have two events in Discovery Bay to look forward to – both on the same day.

First up on Saturday, June 25, is the Unofficial Paddle in the Bay, a takeoff on the one-time popular water event held each year in Discovery Bay, where floaters and floatees gathered to connect their water devices for a chance at a world record and plenty of fun. It’s been three years since the event capsized, but this year, a grass-roots unofficial version of the event is on the books for 1 p.m. in Marina Bay.

“It’s not an organized event, it’s just a free-for-all, come have fun on the bay day,” said Chanel Johnson, who helped launch the unofficial party. “Share and invite everyone you know that loved this event.”