Presumpscot River Revival Race

You can expect a day of friendly competition, community connections, food, and foliage. This is an all-ages, family-friendly event.

The Friends of the Presumpscot River was established in 1992 to advocate for the remediation and protection of the Presumpscot River waters and fisheries.

We aim to reconnect and protect the river that sustained the region’s First Peoples and gave rise to settler colonies along its winding banks.

The continued revival of the Presumpscot is the driving force behind this competition. Our goal is to bring the community together to the river once again, to cheer on competing loved ones, stoke the flame of excitement for the return of native fisheries, and celebrate the ongoing restoration of this ancient and beloved river.

Race Day Info

10:00am-11:00am Registration

11:00am-11:30am Welcome & Introduction

11:30am Safety Meeting for Racers & On-Water Spectators

12:00pm noon Race Start

11:00am-2:00pm Lunch & Mingle at Dundee Park

Awards Ceremony begins after Times are calculated

Who

Hosted by Friends of the Presumpscot River

What

2.5 mile Mass Start Circuit for paddle craft

Divisions & Categories:

• Canoe (Solo, Tandem)
• Kayak (<14', >14')
• SUP (Inflatable, Hard board, Race Board)

When

October 17, 2026 (Rain date October 18, 2026)

10:00am-2ish pm

Where

Presumpscot River, at Dundee Park

Windham, Maine

Why

This event is about more than friendly competition on the water- it’s a celebration of the river’s resilience, the ongoing work for revival, and the communities it continues to sustain. With paddling, food, foliage, and family-friendly fun, the Presumpscot River Revival Race combines a recognition of the past, tributes to ongoing water quality and habitat improvements, and a rallying point for the future of this beloved river, into a community celebration with the River at the heart of it all.

Got friends, but not a canoe?

There will be canoes available to rent in person only on a first-come, first-served basis for $25. PFDs and paddles will be included with this rental. Again, rental is only available in person, not reservable online, so make sure you get to registration on the early end of the hour!

This equipment is generously donated by Maine Path & Paddle Guides and Salmon Stew Outdoors. Be sure to keep them in mind for your next River adventure!!

Requirements

All boaters are required to wear a PFD with a whistle attatched during the race.

Safety will be set throughout the course, sponsored by Salmon Stew Outdoors.