Experience two consecutive weekends of paddling adventure and fun under the Big Sky!

Whether you paddle outrigger, dragon boat, or both, we have something for you on the shores of spectacular Flathead Lake!

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Your shirt will be available for pick up at the Paddle Palooza. If you would like your shirt to be shipped, please contact board@silverliningmt.org

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2025 ARE Sprint Challenge

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July 11, 2025 

ARE Outrigger World presents their 500 meter sprint challenge at the Polson Fairgrounds on the Flathead River, 320 Regatta Road, Polson, Montana
Race head-to-head on a beautiful 4 lane course, see map here
V6 Matahinas provided by ARE Outrigger World
Flat water sprints require mental strength, grace, power, good team dynamics and paddling finesse
Divisions include:  14-16 juniors, 16-19 juniors, women, men, mixed, legends 50plus, legends 60plus, legends 70plus.
Register your 6-person team to race against other teams from Canada, Hawaii, Tahiti, the Pacific Northwest, California, Arizona, Florida and more!

ARE Sprint Challenge will be held the Friday, July 11.

Opening ceremony for the ARE Sprint / Paddle Palooza weekend will take place Friday evening at 6 p.m. at the Polson Fairgrounds. Open to the public

6th Annual Paddle Palooza

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When: July 11,12,13

Where: 320 Regatta Road, Polson, Montana

This spectacular outrigger adventure on Flathead Lake will host more than 200 paddlers from around the world. We acknowledge and are grateful that this event is on the aboriginal territory of the Bitteroot Salish, Kootenai, and Pend d'Oreilles tribes--also known as the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Nation. We recognize and welcome all the members of the SKC tribe. We believe in the healing power of water and the communal strength that arises when we forge connections beyond individual boundaries. The Silver Lining Paddle Palooza is about recognizing that every day is a gift. We believe that exercise is medicine, as well as the community that surrounds us and makes us whole. Along with honoring each of our sisters in the canoe, we welcome new members to our circle from around the world and from all cultures.

Friday, July 11: ARE Sprint Challenge V1, V6 at 500 m. $50/person. Women, men, mixed, youth. Friday evening, multicultural official opening ceremony 6 pm
Saturday, July 12: 25-mile voyage, point-to-point. Registration will be capped at 200 paddlers (20 teams). $150/person. Registration includes canoe, shirt and dry bag, support pontoon, snacks at end of voyage, team shuttle back to Polson
Saturday evening: Musical event, TBD, at Polson Fairgrounds
Sunday, July 13: V1 and V6 clinic. Registration will be through ARE, day of clinic
Here’s a fun recap video from 2024

Montana Dragon Boat Festival

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When: July 18,19,20
Where: 320 Regatta Road, Polson, Montana

Unite your corporate team, competitive friends/family and join us to experience thrilling races, and a vibrant cultural celebration. Strengthen bonds and create unforgettable memories together!

Open to any and all! Experienced or new to the sport, we have something for everyone!

Details:

Friday, July 18. Team practices
Saturday, Sunday, July 19-20th race days
Saturday evening: Musical event, TBD, at Polson Fairgrounds
Cost: $1100/team
Categories include women, men, mixed, ACS (all cancer survivor), BCS (breast cancer survivor), youth (20 person teams) and corporate cup challenge
Watch video from 2024 Festival