Looking for Saint Louis events off the beaten path?
Get ready for a Missouri River race to remember! Hosted by the Greenway Network, Race For the Rivers 2008 features three separate events designed to promote river awareness and education. Two different Saint Charles based, river racing events are sure to satisfy serious canoeing enthusiasts and paddling beginners alike. All pledges will benefit various clean water initiatives around St. Louis.
Race For the Rivers Festival at Frontier Park in Saint Charles Missouri
As headquarters for both Missouri River racing events, the Race For the Rivers Festival at Frontier Park in Saint Charles Missouri is a great option for the conscientious adventurer looking for family-friendly Saint Louis events. Peruse displays and outdoor gear from Saint Louis vendors while you enjoy live music and mingle among river paddlers from both racing events at this St. Charles based affair.
The Clean Water Challenge - A Missouri River race for paddling beginners
This 20 mile paddling event begins in Weldon Spring and concludes at the Race For the Rivers Festival in Saint Charles Missouri. Along the way to the finish, racers will complete various extra tasks designed to promote greater understanding of clean water preservation.
A Standout Among Environmentally Conscientious Saint Louis Events
This 65 mile, two-day event is a competitive Missouri River race for the experienced river paddler. The adventure begins in Washington with a break at the Race For the Rivers Festival on the St. Charles riverfront. Don't miss the mad dash to the finish at the Confluence, just north of downtown St. Louis.
Registration for this year's events is now open! If you participated last year you can login with your existing login and transfer your details over for this year.
Photos from last year's events are posted on this website. Check them out here.