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 Sprint
Arts & Craft Show
Duck Park Doggy Derby
Carnival Games
Food Trucks
Kayak Sprint
![Kayak Racer Getting into Water at Duck Park](/files/northland21/1/image/NorthlandChallenge-Kayak-Race.jpg)
Sytek Park - Bagley Street, Alpena, MI
Race begins at 9:00 AM
$25 early registration, $35 day of registration, $20 discounted registration for EMTs, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, and Veterans
Kayak Race Prizes ![2023 Race Winners](/files/northland21/1/image/2021-Community-Inv/NorthlandChallenge2023winners.jpg)
1st Place: $1,000
2nd Place: $750
3rd Place: $500
Pictured is Northland's 2023 Kayak Sprint Winners.
Race Course ![Wildlife Sanctuary Kayak Race Map](/files/northland21/1/image/2021-Community-Inv/Northland-Challenge-Map-Route-for-web-FINAL.jpg)
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](/files/northland21/1/image/NorthlandChallenge-Vendor.jpg)
Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Duck Park 1510 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
We are seeking vendors and crafters to participate!
$40 for 10x10 spots
For questions regarding event details, vendor applications, and payment, please email reelfunnorthlandchallenge@gmail.com.
Dog Park Doggy Derby ![Dogs Racing Picture](/files/northland21/1/image/2021-Community-Inv/NorthlandChallengeDoggyDerby.jpg)
Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Duck Park 1510 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
$10 registration fee
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
All proceeds benefit the Alpena Animal Shelter.
Supporting Our Community ![community heart icon](/files/northland21/1/image/2021-Community-Inv/NorthlandChallengeSupport.jpg)
All proceeds benefit the Thunder Bay River Center, Alpena Animal Shelter, and local Veterans.
Race Rules
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