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.

Bobby Cantwell, Clayton, NY. President – 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run. VP and Owner at OVIA Insurance Agencies. Bobby is a Jefferson County Legislator, Thousand Islands Central School District Board Member and a 1000 Islands Emergency Rescue Service Committee Member. Bobby and his family are true River Rats living and playing in the 1000 Islands year round.

1. Amid rain, wind, and a social distance backdrop, Poker Runners showed off their toys in Gananoque this weekend. The 1000 Islands Poker Run may have been uniquely challenging – aren’t they all? – but it offered the kinds of speed and flash all boating fans enjoy. We’re excited to offer exclusive access to our photo.
2. RELEASE — On Saturday, August 29, Gananoque and the 1000 Islands witnessed a Poker Run event unlike any to date. Hosted by Power Boating Canada Magazine and its American publication Poker Runs America, the weekend contended with rain, wind, and special preparations necessitated by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Court Rutherford, Sylvan Beach and Alexandria Bay, NY. Vice President – 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run. President / CEO of 4 Green Power Systems. Court is a 3rd Generation 1000 Islands River Rat, has rental properties in Alexandria Bay, Central New York & Florida Gulf coast. He is a Former Fire Chief, Certified Master U.S. Coast Guard Captain , PADI Master Scuba Diver and served on town planning board for 8 years. Court and his wife Louise are avid 12 month boaters and in their spare time love to volunteer for multiple Charities an not for profits.

Alex Buduson, Clayton, NY. Secretary – 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run. Events Coordinator / Administrative Assistant at the Clayton Chamber of Commerce. Steering Committee Member of Thousand Islands Young Leaders Organization. Treasurer & Board Member of Clayton Improvement Association. Co-Chair of the Clayton Christmas Parade. Alex is a true River Rat, living and playing in the 1000 Islands year round.

Renee Lalonde, Ontario, NY & Alexandria Bay, NY. Treasurer – 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run. VP of Finance & Administration of Five Star Tool Company in Rochester. Renee grew up in Brewerton, NY and is a former VP of Commercial Banking where she managed a large portfolio comprised of non-profit organizations. She is the wife of Ken and mom of their two sons, 18 and 15 years old. Ken and Renee met in Alex Bay in 1992 and have always loved the region for the River and all its beauty.

Ken Lalonde, Ontario & Alexandria Bay, NY. Board Member – 1000 Islands Charity Poker Run. President of Five Star Tool Company.

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. . . . as well as 100 + volunteers helping as their time allows. The committee is seeking volunteers from the community as this years event planning progresses. This event is intended to draw the ENTIRE community together in a spirit of giving to participate in a group effort.