Register to Participate: Kayakers and Canoers wanted for the 33rd Annual Race the Red on Monday, June 23 at 6:30 pm at Dike East in Fargo! All skill levels welcome. Backup weather date is July 21st.
Three Flag Races: Choose your distance from 1.5, 3.5 or 6 miles. Participants paddle up river to a designated turnaround point, grab a prize, and return down river to the finish.
The Course: All races begin and end at the south boat ramp at Dike East (100 2nd Street South in Fargo). The first half of each race is upstream.
Rent a Canoe or Kayak: $15 rental includes paddles and life jackets. Limited number available.
Unloading and Parking (Carpooling is Encouraged!): Drop off your vessel between noon-4 p.m. to help with traffic congestion and receive a small prize. River Keepers staff will be on site to ensure security.Allow plenty of time when unloading right before the race. Drop off vessel near the Midtown Dam South Boat Ramp, then park.
Entry Fee: Early Bird Fee is $20/person. Entry fee is $25/person after June 12 at 4 pm. River Keepers members receive code for a 15% discount to be used by June 19 at 4 pm. Aren’t a River Keepers member? Add one on while checking out through Eventbrite or go to riverkeepers.org/member.
Inclement Weather Policy: In the case of inclement weather the day of the race, the race will be postponed if the forecast predicts lightning, high winds, flooding, or the current is too fast. The race will go on as planned if rain is predicted (dress accordingly). A decision will be made by noon the day of the race. Mark your calendar for the back up weather date just in case and check your email or River Keepers Facebook Race the Red event page for the latest news.
Categories: Canoe: Solo, Male Team, Female Team, Co-ed TeamSolo Kayak: Male, FemaleTandem Kayak: Male Team, Female Team, Co-ed TeamNon-traditional: Rowboat, hydrobike, SUP, hobie, and any other watercraft that is not a canoe or kayak using a paddle in a traditional way. Example: a solo canoe with a kayak paddle is nontraditional.
Awards: 1st place awards in each category.
More Fun for Family, Friends and Participants:
*Bike/run/walk along the entire course on the Fargo Park District’s trail system to watch paddlers.
*At the start/finish there is a photo booth, buoy toss and more.
*Participants are encouraged to decorate their watercraft. All decorations must be securely fastened and collected immediately if they fall off. Register on Eventbrite:
Volunteer Opportunities: We need a lot of volunteers to make Race the Red happen. Tasks include registration, handing out prizes at turn around spots, traffic control, helping racers in and out of the Red River, taking pictures and more. Sign up today on SignupGenius.
Sponsorship OpportunitiesBecome a sponsor for this event. There are different sponsorship levels and benefits. More information can be found on Eventbrite.
Turn Around Prizes Every participant receives a turn around prize. This year, garbage pickers are sponsored by Clay Soil and Water Conservation District.
Race the Red Logo Reveal We’re excited to show off our new logo for Race the Red! A huge thank you to our talented volunteer, George Stack, for designing this new logo. We also want to acknowledge and thank the other volunteers over the years who have shared their ideas with us.
