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Third Annual Northland Challeng

Northland Challenge 2025

Third Annual Northland Challeng

Saturday, August 2, 2025 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

Northland Area Federal Credit Union and the Thunder Bay River Center present the Third Annual Northland Challenge! Join us at the Alpena Duck Park on Saturday, August 2nd, starting at 9:00 AM for fun-filled festivities. 

  • Kayak Races 
  • Arts & Craft Show 
  • Doggy Derby 
  • Food Trucks 
  • and more! 


Kayak Races 

This year, we are introducing two divisions: Sport and Recreational. Win $1,000 in the sport division and $500 in the recreational division!

  • Alpena Duck Park - 1510 W Chisholm St. Alpena MI 49707 
  • Sport Division Race begins at 9:00 AM, Recreational Division begins at 9:15 AM
  • $25 early registration, $35 day of registration, $20 discounted registration for EMTs, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, and Veterans, Linemen, and Bay Athletic Club Members. Visit our website to register today!


Arts & Craft Show 

  • Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Duck Park 1510 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
  • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM 
  • We are seeking vendors and crafters to participate! Apply now at northlandcu.com/northlandchallenge
  • $40 for 10x10 spots 


Dog Park Doggy Derby 

  • Alpena Wildlife Sanctuary Duck Park 1510 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707 
  • $10 registration fee 
  • All proceeds benefit the Alpena Animal Control. 

Race Times: 

  • 0-15 lbs: 11:00 AM 
  • 16-30 lbs: 12:00 PM 
  • 31-45 lbs: 1:00 PM 
  • 46-60 lbs: 2:00 PM 
  • 61+ lbs: 3:00 PM 

Follow us on Facebook for event details: Reel Run Northland Challenge 

Visit northlandcu.com/northlandchallenge


Alpena Duck Park
1510 W Chisholm Street
Alpena, MI 49707 United States
Event Contact
Lexie Lino
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Saturday, August 2, 2025 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) (EDT)
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