Since Paddling.com does not seem to be running contests right now, let’s start this topic that contains links to contests of interest to paddlers (at least tangentially.) If you post a contest, PLEASE post the ending date, so that we don’t waste time going to contests that are no longer open.
I will get us started with these two:
Enter to Win a Melker Kayak and Bending Branches Paddles, valued at $4,238 (paddlingmag.com) Ends 6/5/2023
Lie-Nielsen - Tormek Giveaway (highlandwoodworking.com) Ends 5/31/2023
Oh, and let’s restrict it to contests that do not require a purchase. In other words, no raffles.
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I entered for the Melker. If I win I’ll send you $12.47 USD!
Great idea, thanks.
Here is a new one:
Brooklyn Kayak Company - Tandem Kayak Package Giveaway | Kayak Angler (kayakanglermag.com)
Ends August 30, 2023 (the rules actually say June 13, 2023, but the email I received says August 30th… I think they failed to update their rules from the last contest.)
Not sure if this is a paddling sweepstakes or a non-paddling sweepstakes…
Bixpy K-1 Angler Pro Outboard Kit Giveaway | Kayak Angler (kayakanglermag.com)
Ends 12/6/2023
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There used to be contests right here on Paddling.com back in the day.
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Yeah, I keep hoping they will bring them back, but so far no luck. I actually won a canoe from one of those contests a few years ago.
I’m becoming pretty sure that the Melker that was won is the one that has been on eBay for some months now.
Paddling Magazine and Angler Magazine have a contest to win 2 Aqua Bound paddles. You have to vote for the “People’s Choice Adward” of the Paddling Film Festival and you can also get a free digital subscription to the two magazines if you wish.
Vote for Your Favorite Film - 2023 Aqua Bound People’s Choice Award – Paddling Film Festival
Ends 1/31/2024
Paddling Magazine is giving away a ZOLEO Global Satellite Communicator:
Enter For A Chance To Win a ZOLEO Global Satellite Communicator (paddlingmag.com)
Ends 2/22/2024
Here is another contest co-sponsored by Paddling Magazine. Looks like a good one…
Win a canoe trip on the Keele River! - Canoe North Adventures
Ends 2/28/2024
Before you ask, I do not know the correct answer and if I did I would not tell you 
Anyone want a raft?
Instagram | Recon Spraydeck Packraft
Ends April 11, 2025 at 5 PM EST
Another Paddling Magaine Contest:
Enter for a Chance to Win TWO Stohlquist PFDs
Ends May 19, 2025