O.A.R.S., Inc. dba Albany Rowing Center organized the Ice Breaker Challenge 5K road race alongside competitive shell races on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The event featured runners and rowers performing simultaneously along the Hudson River, integrating community foot and water sports in the Capital Region. The club continues to foster recreational rowing activity while engaging broader participation through its public-facing events. The Albany Rowing Center operates from the Corning Preserve Boat Launch, promoting rowing through adaptive programming for both youth and adults.