The former type – also called video table Poker Run Boat Race Florida games – are exactly what they sound like: You are playing a game on an RNG (random number generation) platform that offers you the same odds to win as Poker Run Boat Race Florida brick-and-mortar casinos. Live dealer games, however, are more immersive. Please see below for a complete list of 2020 speedonthewater.com stories presented by Performance Boat Center from the Key West Poker Run hosted by the Florida Powerboat Club (jump to stories here). Unfortunately, the Race World Offshore Key West Offshore World Championships was cancelled this year ( jump to stories here ).

Black Pearl Racing, A boat that has been recently campaigned on numerous fun runs and poker runs won the P3 class at Clear water over the weekend. Complete with a full stereo, coolers, and cup holders, not only did the 38 ft. Fountain win, they dominated the rest of the fleet. Running on three year old 200 hour 525 Mercury Racing Motors that still have all the factory seals in place they maintained an average lap speed of 78.10 miles an hour running ahead of other P3 boats capable of higher speeds. In fact they won the three races they entered this year in between running some poker runs.

What Is A Poker Run Boat Race

• Historically speaking, bad things happen when people start racing in poker runs. If you want to race, buy an offshore raceboat built for the job and join a circuit with the requisite safety assets for racing. Poker runs are social events on open public waterways. They are not races.
• A poker run is an organized event in which participants, usually using motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, boats, snowmobiles, horses, on foot or other means of transportation, must visit five to seven checkpoints, drawing a playing card at each one. The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the run.
• A 'poker run' is a term used to describe a boating event where chance and not speed determines who is the winner. Over the past few years, these events have become very popular, because they provide a full day of fun, food and excitement at a reasonable cost.

This 38 Fountain is a 2002 that was originally built as a race boat and shortly campaigned as UTZ racing. A few years ago it was converted to a pleasure boat and has seen many poker runs. Owned by Eldon Trimingham, the race duties are handled by the boats Co Owner Gary Jones- Driving and well known throttle man Billy Glueck. Billy told us he forgot how much fun running a factory boat was. Water conditions for the Clearwater race were really good over the weekend. Billy had to just keep the throttles pinned and Gary wrapped the boat through the course.

Both Gary and Billy were very happy with the win. The boat gets a flush, wash, and oil change before running on next weekend’s fun run and then ready for the race in Key West.

COMMENTS

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

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.

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100% of all donations and proceeds will be going to charity.

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How Can You Help?

What Is A Poker Run Boat Race

We always welcome and greatly appreciate new volunteers. Click here to learn more.