2025 Jock River Paddle
Join us for the 2025 Jock River Paddle!
Paddle Details, Starting Times and Shuttle:
Total paddle distance is 6.5 km. Meet us at the bridge on the 9th Line of Beckwith to start your adventure! Our friendly staff will help unload your boat. Drop off your canoe/ kayak/ paddleboard, park at Ashton Park, and catch the shuttle back to the starting route.
Payment and Registration:
$20 per paddler. Online registration can be found here: Active.com – Township of Beckwith
Please note that the online registration system serves a variety of Township programs, so when you are asked to select your “Grade”, please select “Adult (18+)”
Shuttle Times:
Shuttle times will be sent via email one week before the event. Plan your starting time accordingly!
After the Paddle:
Relax and enjoy drinks, lunch, and live entertainment by Cashmen Ford at the Ashton Pub! For lunch reservations, we recommend calling ahead.
Have questions? Contact the Township of Beckwith at 613-257-1539 ext. 210 or events@twp.beckwith.on.ca. See you on the river! 
2024 Jock River Paddle
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2024 Jock River Paddle!
After paddling 6.5 km, we gathered at the Ashton Pub for paddlers to celebrate conquering the Jock River! Paddlers enjoyed drinks, lunch served by Beckwith Council, socializing, and entertainment!
The Township of Beckwith would like to extend a special thank you to the following:
- Ashton Pub & Ashton Brew Company
- George Watson (Pitmaster)
- Robert Drapeau (Photographer)
- Cashmen Ford (Entertainment)
- Sean Kilpatrick and Family (Canoe Rentals)
- Toromont Industries Ltd. (BBQ equipment)
Stay tuned for more event photos.
We look forward to seeing you all next year!