Providing a venue where athletes of all ages, talents and backgrounds have the opportunity to develop their rowing ability to their highest potential.

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Mercer Lake Sprints 2026!

Behind every successful race at Mercer Lake is a team of dedicated volunteers who show up for early mornings, long days, rain or shine, to make it happen.

Whether they are guiding golf carts across the field, hoisting the finish line flag, or cheering on crews from the awards tent, each and every volunteer plays a vital role in creating the electric atmosphere that Mercer Lake is known for.

To our incredible volunteer community — thank you. Your time, your energy, and your passion for this sport make all the difference. We are grateful for you each and every year.

If you are interested in joining our volunteer team at an upcoming event, we would love to have you. Every hand on deck counts!

Available duties include:

Trailer Parking

Race Announcer

Volunteer Check-in

Videographer Monitor

Boat Holder

Golf Cart Drivers

Launch Dock

Return Dock

Awards

Timing

Finish Line Flag

Spectator Parking

Launch Driver

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PNRA has Partnered with Traveling Teams to provide discounted hotel rates to traveling athletes. Click the button below to make your reservations today!

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Mercer Lake Boating Safety Course

Sunday

March 22nd, 2026

334 S. Post Road, West Windsor, NJ

10am - 6pm Cost: $100



Checks can be made out to

"Coast Boating School LLC,

Toms River, NJ 08753" 

All launch drivers for PNRA's events must have a valid boating safety certificate.

✨ Last Chance to Register Today! ✨

Erg and Bike Erg Sales are Now Active

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Capital City Rowing League Welcomes Two More Schools into the Program!

We are excited to announce that Grant Intermediate School and Holland Middle School have officially joined the Capital City Rowing League family!

Both schools kicked off their rowing journey in a big way. School-wide assembly presentations captivated students, generating tremendous enthusiasm and interest in the sport. It was wonderful to see so many young athletes eager to pick up an oar and hit the water.

Adding to the excitement, brand-new ergometers have been donated to each school, giving students the opportunity to begin building their skills and fitness right in their own gyms.

These ergs are more than equipment — they are the first stroke of what we know will be a lasting love for rowing.

Here's to many great races ahead — welcome to the league! 🚣

Expansion News

Construction Update — Spring is Here and We Are Building!

Great news — the lake has finally thawed, and the energy around Mercer Lake is picking up fast. Here is the latest on our building project as we head into an exciting season of progress:

🚧 Fencing is Up. Fencing around the new building site has been placed, marking a visible and exciting milestone for the project.

🚗 Please Drive Slowly on the Service Road. As construction ramps up, vehicles will be departing the site around the same time athletes are arriving. Please reduce your speed on the service road and stay alert to keep everyone safe.

🔧 Plumbing and Foundation work is beginning. On March 23, the plumbers and work on the footings and foundations will begin. This will be the next step in the construction project.

🌱 New Grass Seed is Taking Root. The new grass is coming in — please help it along by staying out of the muddy areas and off the newly seeded ground.

🚣 Racks are Back, But Watch Your Step. The racks have been reinstalled, however they remain in a muddy area. Please be mindful not to track mud into the workout room.

🏗️ Walls Going Up in April. Construction on the walls begins this month, and we are on track for the new building to be fully complete by the end of October. We cannot wait!

❤️ Support the Building Fund. There is still time to make your mark to this incredible project. There are still spaces to be named and recognitions to be made. Donors (individuals or groups) will be recognized at the $10k, $25k, and $50k levels. If you are interested in helping to build the future of American rowing, please reach out to Executive Director Kris Grudt. There are still naming opportunities available.

Mercer Community

Mercer Juniors Alumni,

Riley Cooper is racing in the Boston Marathon and raising funds to support the Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA). As a club who races at Head of the Charles each year we would love to support their mission in preserving the waterway.

Read Riley's Story