BOURBEUSE BLUEBELL RACE
Paddle through adventure, fun, and community on Missouri’s most crooked river! The Bourbeuse Bluebell Race is Earth's Classroom's biggest fundraiser of the year, offering an exciting paddle down the beautiful Bourbeuse River, just south of Rosebud, MO.
Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just looking for a memorable day on the water, this race has something for everyone.
2026 Race Announcement!
The next Bourbeuse Bluebell Race will be held Saturday, April 18th, 2026 (backup date: Sunday, April 19th).
This year may feature an all-new section of the Bourbeuse River — stay tuned for exciting updates!
Registration is now open! Scroll for more info.
This Year's Race - 2026:
Depending on water levels, this year’s race may feature a new stretch of the Bourbeuse River!!
Route A will follow the traditional 18.2-mile course, starting at Tea Access in Rosebud, MO, and finishing at Mill Rock Access in Gerald, MO. If conditions allow, Route B may be used (a new 19.3-mile course), beginning at Mint Spring Access in Owensville, MO, and ending at Tea Access in Rosebud, MO.
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Registration check-in: 8:00 - 9:00 am
Race Start: 10:00 am
Race Length: 18.2 miles or 19.3 miles
Start Location: Tea Access or Mint Spring Access
Finish Location: Mill Rock Access or Tea Access
Entry Fee: $50/person
Want to be a River Hole Sponsor? Click here to sign up now!
Questions? Contact us at 573-437-7628 or earthsclassroom@gmail.com.
Route A
Race Rules
(Backup date: Sunday, April 19, 2026)
Route B
Race Rules
Photo courtesy of Dave Marner
Past Results
(Click a box to explore past race results)
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 BOURBEUSE BLUEBELL RACE SPONSORS
We’re incredibly grateful for the generous support of our Bourbeuse Bluebell Race sponsors! Your contributions make this event possible and help further Earth's Classroom's mission of environmental education and outreach.
Thank you for paddling alongside us to make a difference!
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