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John Platt, confirmed paddler for the Connecticut River Challenge.
Full River ChallengeApproximately 35 Miles

John Platt

Age
19
Gender
Male
Distance
35 mi
Hometown
Berlin

John Platt, 19, is from Berlin, Connecticut. He currently serves as the E20 Section Chief in the Order of the Arrow and has previously served in numerous lodge and section positions. He has also been honored with the Vigil Honor and Founder's Award. John is an Eagle Scout from Troop 256 and is currently on track to earn the Summit Award in Venturing. He enjoys backpacking, camping, hiking, and all types of aquatic activities. John is excited to take on the River Challenge and looks forward to working alongside the team to accomplish the Connecticut River Challenge together.

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About John

John Platt, 19, is from Berlin, Connecticut. He currently serves as the E20 Section Chief in the Order of the Arrow and has previously served in numerous lodge and section positions. He has also been honored with the Vigil Honor and Founder's Award. John is an Eagle Scout from Troop 256 and is currently on track to earn the Summit Award in Venturing. He enjoys backpacking, camping, hiking, and all types of aquatic activities. John is excited to take on the River Challenge and looks forward to working alongside the team to accomplish the Connecticut River Challenge together.

Challenge commitment

John has committed to completing the Full River Challenge, paddling the entire approximately 35-mile route from Enfield to Middletown.

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