Riverboardathon
Sat, Jun 20
|Parnell Beach
Something big is coming to the river… 🌊 One ride. One mission. Lives changed. #Riverboardathon2026
Time & Location
Jun 20, 2026, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM MDT
Parnell Beach, 43 904724 #116.254576, Horseshoe Bend, ID 83629, USA
About the event
Riverboardathon 2026
The First Annual Riverboardathon is a one-of-a-kind endurance and awareness event hosted by Upstream Youth, designed to inspire community engagement while raising critical support for youth development programs. Set against the powerful backdrop of Idaho’s rivers, participants will take on the challenge of navigating the water on riverboards in a continuous, high-energy effort that symbolizes resilience, perseverance, and the journey many young people face.
This live-streamed event will bring together athletes, supporters, and viewers from across the region and beyond, creating an interactive and engaging platform for storytelling and impact. Throughout the Riverboardathon, participants will ride in shifts or as individuals (depending on format), sharing real-time updates, personal motivations, and stories from youth whose lives have been positively impacted by Upstream Youth programs.
More than just a physical challenge, the Riverboardathon serves as a fundraising and awareness campaign to support underserved youth by providing access to mentorship, outdoor…