Get STOKED for the 2026 river season with the Stoke the Flow raffle and the Big Paddle Party!
On Valentine’s Day, who needs romance when you could have the ultimate kayak package? You’ll scan your inbox for emails, praying not to see the words “Unfortunately, your application was unsuccessful.” What better way to ease the heartbreak of lovers or recreation.gov rejections than by entering the Stoke the Flow raffle to win a kayak package while helping to protect Idaho’s rivers? And if you DO win a permit, well, you’re going to need that sweet new setup anyway, so you might as well buy a ticket…
AIRE, NRS, Pyranha, and Idaho River Sports have teamed up for the 2026 Stoke the Flow raffle to support Idaho Rivers United and their work to protect Idaho’s rivers. As industry leaders, AIRE, NRS, and Pyranha are dedicated to designing the best gear for river adventures, while Idaho River Sports has long been a hub for the local paddling community. By raffling off 3 ultimate kayaking packages, they’re giving paddlers the chance to win the ultimate setup while ensuring that future generations can experience the beauty of free-flowing, healthy rivers. Details of each package listed below.
Every ticket sold helps keep our waterways wild!
Raffle tickets: 1 for $10, 3 for $25, and 7 for $50
Raffle Details:
Raffle ticket sales will be available online from Feb 14 - April 21st. Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase in-person at our "Stoke the Flow" Big Paddle Party.
Raffle drawing will be at the Big Paddle Party on Friday, April 24th at Idaho River Sports. Party runs from 6-9PM and the raffle ticket will be drawn at 8 PM.
The raffle winners do not need to be present to win.
Winners are responsible for shipping costs.
Raffle Terms & Conditions
The Raffle Prizes: 3 Ultimate Kayak Packages
Stoke & Gnar
Run the meat and beat the heat when you want to go play in big water this summer.
Pyranha Firecracker Kayak
+ Aqua Bound Aerial Major Paddle
+ Astral Ringo PFD
The Stokexplorer
When you’re in the mood to explore the backcountry, the Pulsar will be your noble steed.
NRS Pulsar Packraft
+ Aqua Bound Aerial Major Paddle
+ Astral Ceiba PFD
Personal Stoketation Device
+ Aqua Bound Aerial Major Paddle
+ Astral Layla PFDOne IK to rule them all. The Swiss army knife of kayaks to cross the lake or crush class IIIs.
Aire Sweet Potato Inflatable Kayak
The Big Paddle Party
April 24, 2026 from 6-10pm
601 N Whitewater Park Blvd
Idaho River Sports in Boise, Idaho
LIVE DJ SET, FOOD TRUCKS, & BEER
Barbarian Brewing will donate $1 from every beer purchase at the event to support IRU's conservation efforts.