Unlike the Wicked Witch of the West, LBI’s witchy ladies aren’t afraid of a little water. But even their brand of magic has its limits when the North Atlantic whips up pouring rain and gale-force winds.

The seventh annual LBI Witchy Paddle, originally scheduled for Oct. 17, has been postponed until Saturday, Oct. 24, at 9 a.m., at Sunset Park in Harvey Cedars.

The witches will have to keep their broomsticks and paddleboards parked for another week while they wait for calmer winds and a smoother bay.

The event benefits David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation. For updates, visit the LBI Witchy Paddle Facebook group.