The Wild & Scenic Red RiverFest family of events celebrates the Red River, the only waterway in Kentucky that has this invaluable designation from the National Wild & Scenic River System which keeps it free-flowing and protected. On May 15, 2021, in addition to the virtual fest, the event will include the revival of the iconic and historic Red River Canoe Race (RRCA). The RRCA ran from 1967 - 1980s and was sponsored by various community organizations and United States Canoe Association Clubs. The 2021 edition will be the same course as the previous event, starting at the heart of the Red River Gorge at Copperas Creek Canoe Launch near Sky Bridge Recreation area, and running 29 miles to the Powell County Lions Club in Stanton, Ky. Participants will take part in an arduous, but rewarding journey through Kentucky’s most popular natural region, the Red River Gorge - traversing through lush green valleys with narrow cliffs between them, deep canyons, and wild gorges.