NOR CAL SUP Groms

09/04/2026

👀 And just like that…our first bidder has already been OUTBID!

The battle for the Aqua Marina GLOW has officially begun. 😂🔥

This is the one and only item in our PaddleSplash Silent Auction — an amazing 10'4" inflatable paddleboard with a built-in ambient light system that literally LIGHTS UP THE WATER. 🌊✨

The complete package is valued at $599 and includes the board, Ambient Light System, ankle leash, double-action pump, backpack and fin.

And if you’re new to silent auctions: you’re NOT charged every time you bid. You only pay if you’re the last bidder standing when the auction closes Sunday, September 13. 🏆

So…who wants the GLOW? 😎

Bid here 👇
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/paddlesplash-2026-silent-auction

Even better, your winning bid supports NorCal SUP Groms youth programs, community outreach, water safety education and opportunities to help more kids and families experience paddling. 💙

Let the bidding battle continue! 🔥

09/04/2026

🌊 SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: THE HINKEY TEAM! 🌊

When we say The Hinkey Team is ALL IN for PaddleSplash, we mean it! 🙌

Erika Pilimai and Jill Hinkey are sponsoring Sunday’s Big Splash — and Erika isn’t stopping there. She’s volunteering AND jumping on a board to take on the First Timers Race! 🏄‍♀️👏

Now, Erika may be a first-time racer…but rumor has it she has a certain private paddle coach helping her prepare. 👀😂 So don’t underestimate this rookie!

That’s the kind of support we love — not just helping make PaddleSplash possible, but showing up, jumping in and becoming part of the community.

A huge thank you to Erika, Jill and The Hinkey Team for supporting PaddleSplash and the work of NorCal SUP. 💙🌊

Erika, we’ll see you on that starting line. No pressure, Coach is watching. 😎

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

PaddleSplash Festival Course Maps are live! With a few caveats...

🗺️ PADDLESPLASH COURSE MAPS ARE LIVE! 🌊

Time to study those turns, find your buoys and figure out exactly where we’re sending you. 😎

👉 Check out the PS26 course maps:
https://www.norcalsup.org/course-maps

And because apparently **September likes to keep things interesting**… 🌬️🌧️

Unlike our good ol’ July PaddleSplash days, we’re keeping an eye on potential wind and rain. Course adjustments may be necessary if Mother Nature decides she wants a say in race weekend.

For now: know your course, follow the buoys, and stay tuned for any race-week updates.

A little weather? Just adds to the adventure. 🤙🌊

Patrick Alteri

08/31/2026

Many adults drown not wearing a life jacket, and their dog and children were wearing theirs and made it out of the water safely. Please wear a life jacket for those that love you! Share a picture of you and your dog wearing life jackets in the comments.

08/27/2026

Floating fitness is going big on Lake Natoma as 100 paddleboarders gather for “The Big Splash” beneath Rainbow Bridge. Read full story and how to sign up ⬇️

Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP Visit Folsom Choose Folsom Historic Folsom District SUP California

08/26/2026

This is what PaddleSplash supports. 💙🌊

More kids on the water. More water safety. More access, confidence and community.

Come paddle with us—and help keep this work going.
September 11–13 • Lake Natoma
Register at the link in bio! 🏄‍♀️