The Races
In an effort to make this canoe and kayak event accessible and fun for a wide variety of skill and competition levels there will be two separate racing events: the one-day Clean Water Challenge, and the two-day Race for the Rivers.
Clean Water Challenge
Less experienced canoeists and kayakers and/or recreational paddlers will travel at their chosen pace for 20 scenic miles of the Missouri River from Weldon Spring to Frontier Park in the Clean Water Challenge. This is the perfect opportunity for the novice racer to build stamina and test endurance. At the same time, the Clean Water Challenge offers “once-a-year” paddlers the opportunity to come out and enjoy a laid-back “float” with friends for a good cause! This event will be run with the cooperation of the Missouri Department of Conservation. Learn more.
Race for the Rivers
Serious canoeists and kayakers will be in a stiff competition to complete 65 beautiful miles along the Missouri River. The race starts in Washington, Missouri with a break at the Race for the Rivers Festival in Frontier Park. The second day will be a sprint to Columbia Bottoms at the Confluence. Learn More.
MORE PRIZES! Check out our prize page to see more prizes courtesy of ZRE Racing Paddles, REI, and our other sponsers! Learn more...
Need a canoe? The good folks at Twin Rivers Canoe will be providing canoes on a first-come-first-served basis. Register now for dibs on a canoe!
MR340 Racers: Winners in each division of this years MR340 will receive free entry into the Race For the Rivers or the Clean Water Challenge. All 2008 MR340 participants get 20% off the minimum pledge requirements! Learn more...
Great Rivers Greenway is our newest sponsor.