News & MOC Updates
- August 15th – A one mile open water swim across the East RiverWHARF TO WHARF SWIM Saturday, August 15, 2026Williams Wharf LandingRegistration Cost is $50/swimmerRegistration closes Friday, August 14 at Noon Participant Information • Waves start at 10am with the initial Tuna wave. Waves will start in 3 minute intervals with a maximum of 20 swimmers per wave. Waves are seated by earliest registration. • All wavesContinue reading “August 15th – A one mile open water swim across the East River”
- New Event Director for Wharf to Wharf SwimThe Mathews Outdoor Club has announced the appointment of Carolyn Quinn as the new Event Director for the annual Wharf to Wharf Swim, one of the region’s signature open water swimming events. A lifelong competitive swimmer and longtime volunteer supporter of endurance athletics, Quinn brings decades of swimming experience and community involvement to the role.Continue reading “New Event Director for Wharf to Wharf Swim”
- Thank You to Our Community BuildersThe Mathews Outdoor Club extends a heartfelt thank you to the students of Mathews High School and the dedicated Rotary carpenter, David Winch, who recently completed construction of new information kiosks for the Mathews Blueways Trail (visit mathewsblueways.org). These kiosks will soon be installed at trail locations throughout the county, helping paddlers and visitors betterContinue reading “Thank You to Our Community Builders”
- Grab Your Friends and Paddle Gwynn’s Island: The Islander Regatta ReturnsThe perfect summer outdoor activity awaits and it’s called the Islander Regatta… Picture this – you and your closest adventure buddies throw your SUPs, kayaks or canoe in the pickup and set out on the water for a morning paddle in the waters of one of Virginia’s only inhabited islands – Gwynn’s Island. You canContinue reading “Grab Your Friends and Paddle Gwynn’s Island: The Islander Regatta Returns”
About MOC
Mathews Outdoor Club is a nonprofit (501c3) organization established in 2021 after acquiring a local area running club. We offer competitive events and other outdoor fitness activities to assist our residents and visitors in enjoying the beautiful location to the fullest.
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