The first event of the Triathlon is a six mile canoe race down the Little Miami River. There is some mild white water along this scenic and fun river. A life jacket is required and provided for by Morgan's livery during the canoe portion of the event. At the end of the canoeing segment canoeists must pull canoes out of the water past the flags.
Canoeists are also responsible for putting paddles and life jackets in the designated areas.
Those who fail to put canoeing equipment in specified areas will be disqualified. Open division teams must use their own canoes. Open category participants should drop their canoes off at the livery before proceeding to the Memorial. All other divisions must use the canoes, paddles, and life jackets provided by Morgan's Livery. No special gear giving teams unfair advantage is allowed.