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White Water Festival
June 12 - 15, 2025
youth paddling classes
Sun, Jun 16Salida Whitewater ParkALL 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.
Sun, Jun 16Marvin ParkMarvin 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 16Stone BridgeStone 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 16Hecla Junction CampgroundHecla 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 16Rocky Mountain Outdoor CenterRocky 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.
Sat, Jun 15Salida Whitewater ParkCalling 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.
Sat, Jun 15Salida Whitewater ParkNew 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 15F and 6thTake part in the annual FIBArk Whitewater Festival Parade! Register your float, animal, vehicle and more to participate.
Sat, Jun 15Salida Whitewater ParkBrought 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.
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkA 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!
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkThe 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 14Riverside ParkJoin us for amazing performances live at Riverside Park on Friday, June 14, and Saturday, June 15th.
Fri, Jun 14Salida Whitewater ParkThis 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 ParkCome 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 14Location is TBDAthletes will compete in a surfing competition on one of the waves in the Salida Whitewater Park. Events with a purse must have at least four people competing.
Thu, Jun 13Salida Boat RampWith 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.
Wed, Jun 12Riverside ParkPlease join us for an evening of Music by 2024 Commodore Paul Byars Band, Bites from Salida Catering & 2 Drinks (per ticket). Live Auction and FIBArk 2024 Sneak Peak.
Sat, Aug 12Kindergarten WaveA chance for kids 17-and-under to showcase their boogie board skills! All participants must wear a helmet and PFD.
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