Thank you for an amazing 1st River Race of Two Cities!
2025 was the first year hosting the River Race of Two Cities and we intend to build it into a Gladwin County tradition for years to come. So we want to hear from racers, volunteers, spectators, businesses, local government, and everyone in between.
2025 was the first year hosting the River Race of Two Cities and we intend to build it into a Gladwin County tradition for years to come. So we want to hear from racers, volunteers, spectators, businesses, local government, and everyone in between.
River Race of Two Cities 2025 Photos:
The River Race of Two Cities is more than just a 12.5-mile canoe/kayak marathon on the Cedar River, it’s a celebration of the natural resources and outdoor recreation opportunities in Gladwin County. Until recently, this stretch of the Cedar River was unnavigable due to downed trees and debris obstructing the waterway. The community has since rallied with the Gladwin Conservation District to transform the Cedar River into a navigable waterway that balances recreation with ecological health.
The goal of the River Race of Two Cities is to host a fun and competitive event, bring communities together, support Gladwin County organizations and businesses, encourage outdoor recreation, and bring attention to the ongoing work to protect and enhance our natural environment.
Outdoor recreation provides an incredible opportunity to show community members what is possible when we prioritize conservation and take care of the natural resources that support us. We intend to build the Gladwin County River Race of Two Cities into a yearly tradition here in Gladwin County, providing more opportunities for the community with every year we grow.
We look forward to seeing you in 2026 as we come together again to paddle, celebrate, and appreciate the beauty of Gladwin County’s natural resources!
The goal of the River Race of Two Cities is to host a fun and competitive event, bring communities together, support Gladwin County organizations and businesses, encourage outdoor recreation, and bring attention to the ongoing work to protect and enhance our natural environment.
Outdoor recreation provides an incredible opportunity to show community members what is possible when we prioritize conservation and take care of the natural resources that support us. We intend to build the Gladwin County River Race of Two Cities into a yearly tradition here in Gladwin County, providing more opportunities for the community with every year we grow.
We look forward to seeing you in 2026 as we come together again to paddle, celebrate, and appreciate the beauty of Gladwin County’s natural resources!
Thank you to our sponsors! Your support creates outdoor recreation opportunities in Gladwin County!
City of Gladwin
Members First Credit Union
Gladwin Business & Professional Association
Riverwalk Place
City of Gladwin
Members First Credit Union
Gladwin Business & Professional Association
Riverwalk Place
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Myers for Tires
Helping Hands Mission Cedar River Outfitters Gladwin County Rotary Club Family Farm & Home Gladwin County Democratic Party Create-It S&H Engraving |
Constance Thurlow-White
Coleman Road Protocol Design Mason's Milling Flynn Lumber Alward Electric, Plumbing & Heating Jamison's Party Rental Jay's Sporting Goods |
Don't forget our operational partners! Their cooperation makes this event possible!
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City of Gladwin
Gladwin County Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce Gladwin Public Schools Cedar River Outfitters Little Forks Conservancy Cedar River Chapel |
City of Beaverton
Beaverton Area Business Association MyMichigan Health EMS Beaverton Public Schools Protocol Designs Chippewa Watershed Conservancy Gladwin County Trails Recreation Authority |
For more information please contact [email protected] or call (989)-256-3147
We look forward to celebrating with the community very soon! We hope to see you there!
We look forward to celebrating with the community very soon! We hope to see you there!