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White Water Festival
June 13 - 16, 2024
youth paddling classes
Thu, Jun 13Salida Boat RampJun 13, 2024, 6:00 PMSalida Boat Ramp, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAWith all the serious raft races out there today, we almost overlooked the lighter side of rafting. Not anymore. Be ready to put on a show and kick off the freestyle action at the Salida Whitewater Park. Prizes will be awarded for nothing but silly moves.
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkJun 14, 2024, 11:00 AMSalida Whitewater Park , Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USACome compete in the Colorado Cup! Prelims - Friday 11:00 am (Boat Ramp Playhole) Finals - Saturday 2:45 pm - 5:30 pm (Boat Ramp Playhole)
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater Park (Office Wave)Jun 14, 2024, 11:00 AMSalida Whitewater Park (Office Wave), Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAAthletes will compete in a surfing competition on one at the Office Wave in the Salida Whitewater Park. Events with a purse must have at least four people competing.
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkJun 14, 2024, 2:00 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAThis is a must-see event as rafts will go head-to-head through the whitewater park in downtown Salida. Each team will show off their speed and swiftness as they battle for the lead to cross the finish line first. Order: Under 12' Heat Over 12' Heat
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkJun 14, 2024, 4:00 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAThe FIBArk Whitewater Festival would like to announce the Head-to-Head SUP Sprint. This new FIBArk event is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Racers will sprint through the Salida Whitewater Park, navigating surf waves, playholes, and slalom gates.
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkJun 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAA GIANT stand-up paddle board, oversized boxing gloves and a raging river, what’s not to love?!? Back again this year, the SUP BOXING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS better than ever! Competitors will battle mid-river, trying to maintain their balance while doing their best to knock their competition off!
Sat, Jun 15Salida Whitewater ParkJun 15, 2024, 9:00 AMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USABrought to FIBArk in the fifties, the Olympic sport of whitewater slalom racing requires paddlers to negotiate a series of gates suspended over the river through the Whitewater Park in downtown Salida.
Sat, Jun 15E and 6thJun 15, 2024, 10:00 AME and 6th, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USATake part in the annual FIBArk Whitewater Festival Parade! Register your float, animal, vehicle and more to participate.
Sat, Jun 15Salida Whitewater ParkJun 15, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USANew to FIBArk! 4 racers at a time will go head-to-head through the Salida Whitewater Park navigating gates, river features and knocking each other out of the way to take the lead. Spectators will love watching this boisterous event as racers battle through the whitewater park to get the first-place
Sat, Jun 15Salida Whitewater ParkJun 15, 2024, 5:30 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USACalling this a whitewater paddling event may be generous, but saying it is one of the most fun events of FIBArk would be right on. The Hooligan Race is open to anything that floats that’s not a boat.
Sun, Jun 16Rocky Mountain Outdoor CenterJun 16, 2024, 8:30 AMRocky Mountain Outdoor Center, 23850 US Hwy 285, Buena Vista, CO 81211, USARocky Mountain Outdoor Center to Salida Whitewater Park, 26 miles. Rapids include Canyon Doors, Pinball, Zoom Flume, Big Drop, Seven Stairs, Widowmaker, Raft Ripper, Back Doors, Seidel’s Suckhole, Twin Falls, Squaw Creek Rapid, Boat Chute at the low head dam, and the Salida Whitewater Park.
Sun, Jun 16Hecla Junction CampgroundJun 16, 2024, 8:45 AMHecla Junction Campground, 10142 Co Rd 194, Salida, CO 81201, USAHecla Junction AHRA site to Salida Whitewater Park, 14 miles. Rapids include Seidel’s Suckhole, Twin Falls, Squaw Creek Rapid, Boat Chute at the low head dam, and the Salida Whitewater Park.
Sun, Jun 16Stone BridgeJun 16, 2024, 10:00 AMStone Bridge, Salida, CO 81201, USAStone Bridge AHRA site to Salida Whitewater Park, 10 miles. Rapids include Squaw Creek Rapid, Boat Chute at the low head dam, and the Salida Whitewater Park. Finish will be the boat ramp hole in the Whitewater Park. Participants must wear a helmet and PFD. 10:00 AM Kayak Start 10:15 AM SUP Start
Sun, Jun 16Marvin ParkJun 16, 2024, 1:00 PMMarvin Park, 900 W 1st St, Salida, CO 81201, USAMarvin Park to Salida Whitewater Park. Rapids include the Salida Whitewater Park. Finish will be the Office Wave (the top wave in the whitewater park). Participants must be capable of self-rescue in class II water. Participants must wear a helmet and PFD.
Sun, Jun 16Salida Whitewater ParkJun 16, 2024, 1:30 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAALL DOGS MUST WEAR A CANINE FLOATATION DEVICE/DOGGY LIFE JACKET!!! Dogs and owners meet us at the boat ramp and listen to the PA. The exact location will be determined by water flow. This fun event celebrates our fearless, dedicated pooches as they retrieve items from the roaring Arkansas River.
Sat, Aug 12Kindergarten WaveAug 12, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PMKindergarten Wave, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAA chance for kids 17-and-under to showcase their boogie board skills! All participants must wear a helmet and PFD.
Sat, Aug 12Salida Whitewater ParkAug 12, 2023, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PMSalida Whitewater Park, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAWe postponed this event during FIBArk weekend due to the water, but the dog days of summer are here again! This event celebrates our fearless, dedicated pooches as they retrieve items from the Arkansas River in front of adoring crowds. Sponsored by The Colorado Barkery and Alpha Dog Care.
Sat, Aug 12Boat RampAug 12, 2023, 10:30 AM – 10:35 AMBoat Ramp, Downtown Salida, Salida, CO 81201, USAA FREE shuttle ride for paddlers from the Boat Ramp to the Independent Whitewater/Big Bend put-in. Limited to the first 14 passengers. All participants must sign a waiver.
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