The 25 kayakers who competed in Saturday’s Paddlefest might have been paddling too fast to notice the beautiful scenery as they sped down the Barren Fork and Collins rivers. The 90 floaters, however, surely did notice thanks to the sunshine which added a nice backdrop to the gorgeous setting for the first Paddlefest held as a fundraiser for Kids of the Community.First and second place winners in the over 18 male and female and under 18 male and female categories received kayak paddles that had been turned into trophies.Jeremy Smith of Murfreesboro finished the race which began at Pepper Branch Park and ended at the VFW in one hour and 45 minutes.“The river was perfect,” said Smith. “The course was strenuous.