As a participant in any of the NewRiverFest 2011 Events on JULY 2nd  below, you will be automatically entered into the Grand Prize Raffle Drawing. Winning an event will earn you extra raffle tickets. Extra raffle tickets may also be purchased. Participation also earns you & a guest FREE entrance into the Finale Celebration featuring Larry Keel and the Natural Bridge!

All winners of the events below will be awarded their prizes & the Grand Prize Raffle Drawing will be held during the Awards Ceremony, which will kick off the Finale Celebration! Click here for the schedule.

New River Open

A Catch-Photo-Release Family Fishing Contest on the New River. All ages, all species, boat or bank....let's see who can catch the biggest and the most fish!  $1000's in Cash & Prizes (+ Bragging Rights) up for grabs!

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Ride-River-Run Triathalon

Bike, Canoe, & Run your way through a challenging yet beautiful course in Giles County on your way to NewRiverFest!

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Canoe & Kayak Race

A 2.5 mile obstacle course at the Pembroke Pond. Choose your partner(s) or go solo for an exciting race around the Pond!

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Archery Tournament

Test your skills during a 5 shot, 5 spot Archery Tournament going on all day! Cash & Prizes for the winners!!

Competition Classes:

Adult Male Bow, Adult Male Crossbow

Adult Women's Bow , Adult Women's Crossbow

Youth (under 15) Male Bow, Youth  Male Crossbow

Youth (under 15) Female Bow,  Youth Female Crossbow

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Horse Shoe Tournament

details coming soon...