Come join the fun, frolic and fierce competition in the canoe
and kayak race down Northern California's Eel River.
Your entry fee will help restore fish habitat in the Eel River Watershed.

Northern California Kayak Race
Canoe and Kayak Challenge Race!
American Canoe Association Sponsored Race



Welcome to the Humboldt Challenge
Compete to be the Best in Humboldt!

The Humboldt Challenge is back with a great new sponsor: The North Coast Co-Op!

The Co-op will award the top local paddler or paddling team in the 30-mile and 10-mile races with a check for $250 and the perpetual Humboldt Challenge Trophy. The winning solo or team from Humboldt County in each race will be recognized at the closing awards ceremonies.
The North Coast Co-Op is also giving gift certificates as part of the “Paddle Raffle” and will provide fresh, organic fruit for racers at the finish line.

To be a part of the North Coast Co-Op Humboldt Challenge, just sign up for the race online, by mail or in-person and note that you are a Humboldt resident.

Dennis Heider











2004 Challenge Winners!
30-mile Marathon
Dennis Heider,
Customer Relations Officer, UMPQUA Bank

10-mile Race
Ed Tanferani,
Owner Fortuna Motors

Ed Tranferani