Ready to Have Some "Reel Fun?" 

Northland Area Federal Credit Union and the Thunder Bay River Center present the Second Annual "Reel Fun" Northland Challenge!

Join us on Saturday, July 20th starting at 9:00 AM for fun-filled festivities. 

Kayak Icon Kayak Sprint vendor icon Arts & Craft Show  Paw Icon Duck Park Doggy Derby Carnival Icon Carnival Games   food truck icon Food Trucks

Kayak Sprint 
Kayak Racer Getting into Water at Duck Park

location iconSytek Park - Bagley Street, Alpena, MI

time icon Race begins at 9:00 AM

Dollar Sign Icon$25 early registration, $35 day of registration, $20 discounted registration for EMTs, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, and Veterans

 Register Here

 

Kayak Race Prizes 2023 Race Winners

prize icon 1st Place: $1,000

prize icon 2nd Place: $750

prize icon 3rd Place: $500

Pictured is Northland's 2023 Kayak Sprint Winners. 

Race Course Wildlife Sanctuary Kayak Race Map

The race starts at 9 AM and is a 6-mile sprint in calm waters on the Thunder Bay River. Kayakers launch into the river at Sytek Park and then paddle downstream toward the Alpena County Fairgrounds. Racers circle Island Park, paddle upstream, and pass under the bridge to the finish.

 

 

 

 

Arts & Craft Show Community Shopping at an Art Show

location icon Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Duck Park 1510 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707

time icon 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

registration icon We are seeking vendors and crafters to participate! 

Dollar Sign Icon$40 for 10x10 spots

Question Mark IconFor questions regarding event details, vendor applications, and payment, please email reelfunnorthlandchallenge@gmail.com. 

VENDOR APPLICATION

 

Dog Park Doggy Derby Dogs Racing Picture

location icon Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Duck Park 1510 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707

Dollar Sign Icon$10 registration fee

time icon Race Times

  • 0-15 lbs: 12:00 PM
  • 16-30 lbs: 1:00 PM
  • 31-45 lbs: 2:00 PM
  • 46-60 lbs: 3:00 PM
  • 61+ lbs: 4:00 PM

Paw Icon All proceeds benefit the Alpena Animal Shelter.

 

Supporting Our Community community heart icon

All proceeds benefit the Thunder Bay River Center, Alpena Animal Shelter, and local Veterans. 

 

Race Rules 

Kayak Sprint Rules

 

 

 

Go to main navigation