1000 Islands Charity Poker Run
Poker Runs America/Power Boating Canada’s 33 rd annual 1000 Islands Can/Am Poker Run held in the city of Kingston, Ontario on August 16-18 was bigger and better than ever. Thanks to the poker run participants who joined us and for showcasing their boats. Thank you to our sponsors and street displays for making it an awesome weekend. A tour of the boats in the 1000 islands poker run. Fastest boat in the run is MY WAY. Top recorded speed in 2013 of 224 miles an hour. This thing hauls. Powered by 2 3000 hp turbine engines.
719 Followers, 119 Following, 19 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from 1000 ISLANDS CHARITY POKER RUN (@1000islandscharitypokerrun). Registered participants of this year’s 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run have three options if the event is cancelled. Photo by Tim Sharkey copyright Sharkey Images /speedonthewater.com “As of today, the Poker Run is still on,” wrote Alexandra Buduson, a member of the 1,000 Islands Charity Poker Run organizing committee, in an email from. The 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run is a grassroots, volunteer-driven event dedicated to the charitable needs and economic development of the Thousand Islands Region. ALL proceeds from this year’s event will be donated to our partner charities, Make A Wish of Central New York and the River Community Wellness Center at River Hospital.
Our Purpose and Our Partners
The 1000 Islands International Charity Poker Run is extremely proud to bring people from around the US and Canada to Clayton, NY and the Thousand Islands region. “The Fresh Water Boating Capital of the World.”
The 1000 Islands International Charity Poker Run is a grassroots volunteer-driven event, dedicated to the charitable needs and economic development of the Thousand Islands Region. The goal of the 1000 Islands International Charity Poker Run is to host events that promote the local river communities and preserve the historic integrity of the Thousand Islands.
2020 Event Dates (CANCELED)
Thursday, July 16, 2020 – Sunday, July 19, 2020
Run Date
Saturday, July 18, 2020
Mission
With the support of dedicated volunteers, the 1000 Islands International Charity Poker Run’s mission is threefold:
- Provide an exciting event with spectacular boats in a safe family-friendly environment.
- Promote Clayton and the Thousand Islands Region.
- Raise money and awareness for…
- Make A Wish of Central New York
- The River Community Wellness Program for Treatment of Veterans
1000 Islands Charity Poker Run 2019
Our objective is to raise money through Corporate Sponsors, silent auction items, t-shirt sales and Boater entry fees.
The 1000 Islands Charity poker Run is intended to be a safe family-friendly event. There will be many things to experience, both on and off the water. Expect more ‘slow zones’, allowing for participants and spectators alike to have a clear view of the boats at a safe distance.
100% of all donations and proceeds will be going to charity.
How Can You Help?
We always welcome and greatly appreciate new volunteers. Click here to learn more.
The 1000 Islands is a sightseer’s paradise and a popular destination for those looking for an authentic outdoor vacation. Located along the peaceful border between Northern New York State (United States) and Southeastern Ontario (Canada), the 1000 Islands is a region of endless shorelines, rich history and unique culture.
There are many exciting ways to tour the beautiful 1000 Islands from Clayton, NY. For a bird’s eye view, climb aboard a helicopter or hot air balloon. The many boat tours originating from the waterfront are a great way to get a close-up view of the islands and their sites, including the famous Boldt Castle and Millionaire’s Row. Take a lunch or dinner cruise or hop a shuttle over to the castle.
The young and young at heart can indulge in mini-golf, batting cages, go-karts, arcades and a hedgerow maze. Water activities include boating, guided fishing charters, castle tours and swimming. From Clayton there is easy access to municipal golf courses and tennis courts and eight state parks. Dock in our Village and spend the day.
Millionaire George C. Boldt—proprietor of the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City—set out to build a full-sized Rhineland-style castle on Heart Island for his beloved wife Louise. Construction began in 1900 on a six-story, 120-room castle, complete with a drawbridge and Italian gardens. Then in 1904 tragedy struck.
Boldt telegrammed the island and commanded the workers to “stop all construction.” His wife had died unexpectedly. Boldt never returned to the island. The castle remained vacant for 73 years. Since 1977, tens of millions of dollars have been invested in the restoration of the Heart Island structures and the Yacht House on Wellesley Island.
Boat tours from both the US and Canada stop at Heart Island and extensive docking is available for private water craft. A shuttle runs from Heart Island to the Boldt Yacht House.
