A community inclusive event celebrating rivers and river lovers. Beginner or expert, young or old, there is something for you from clinics to spectating, music, races, and more.

August 15-17 in Revelstoke here

EVERYONE! We encourage paddlers and non-paddlers alike to come and check it out. There are great spectating opportunities. Visit our site map for more info! Curious about paddling? Come join a Friday clinic. Seasoned boater? Come race in our class II, III, or IV races. Did you know? Our class II race allows SUPs, canoes, and packrafts? Want a mellow paddle? Join us on our Sunday Poker Paddle down the Columbia River

Yes, registration is required. You can purchase your tickets here. We HIGHLY recommend you register beforehand

PMA (positive mental attitude), paddling gear. Spectating? Bug spray as it has been a particularly buggy year

Friday we have clinics. Intro to WW sup, Intro to WW kayak, and Media in Whitewater. Saturday we have the Class II Silly Illy Race, Class III Alexandria Race and Class IV White Mile Race. Finally, on Sunday we have the Columbia River Poker PAddle, family friendly and all around fun

Please register online prior to the event. This will save you time and effort. We do have registration on-site if needed and can answer any questions you may have

You will meet in front of the registration booth for your racer meeting and then head to the start of the race

Yes! Saying this, you can only do one race per craft. For example, you can race the Class III in a kayak and Class II in a canoe or SUP. We also highly recommend racing the Team Race and Poker Paddle in addition to your Saturday race

For the races, yes. For the clinics, no. Additionally, we will have rentals available through paddlerevy.ca and Revy SUP rentals for the Poker Paddle on Sunday

Yesss!!!! Clinics are perfect to get your feet wet (pun intended). Have a little experience? Come race the Class II race. We will have safety boaters out there. Also the poker paddle is beginner friendly

We will have demos from AQ outdoors. Clinics are on Friday. See the schedule on our website for more info

Yes

All gear is included, except you need a lunch, water, closed-toed shoes, bathing suit, and any warm layers such as fleeces

Yes, we have over 15 vendors

You betcha. Starting at 7pm on Saturday August 16, we have the infamous Bootie Ball featuring 3 live acts from BC. We will be selling drinks, enjoying the night market and dancing the evening away. Music goes to 11:30pm

Yes for kids. Mobility, note it is outside and on uneven ground. Spectating requires travel on a trail

Luckily paddling is the wettest activity out there. Saying that, we monitor thunderstorms and will play it by ear. Safety is of the utmost importance

Designated safety boaters, race meeting and safety talk, safety protocol

Camping, no. Spectating, yes. However, please note that dogs and rivers can be dangerous so bring your dog at your own risk and please manage them accordingly

Yep, we have camping on site. $30 per person not included in your race registration. Not racing but want to join? You can still come to camp and we recommend purchasing a Bootie Ball ticket! Please note there is no electricity or running water onsite. Check the weather and pack appropriately. Bug spray and Thermacells will be essential!

Camping? On-site. Not camping? Park outside the gate and bring your kayaking gear in on foot. Coming for the bootie ball? Please ride your bike. We have a bike valet to keep your townie safe

We operate on Leave No Trace principles

Please fill out the volunteer form on the webpage. You get free entry, a t-shirt and drink ticket for about 6 hours of work. It's a sweet deal and is very fun!