Welcome to Paddle Quest, a unique competition set in a world of fantasy held since 2002 in Stevens Point, WI. Paddle from place-to-place meeting characters, playing games, solving puzzles, and completing challenges.

The 2026 event will be held on August 7-9 starting from The Waters Pub and Pier (formerly Lakeside Bar). The theme is currently in development by the Royal Marauders!

PaddleQuest has been held since 2002 in Stevens Point- check out paddlequest.org for info and subscribe for new videos maybe once a year! Solid maybe.

The PQ Rap

PaddleQuest

There is something magical brewing out on The Backwaters. If you head out to the sand bar in the evening— imagine the Druids dancing and the ceremonies of Kajun’s college. After witnessing these waters come alive during PaddleQuest, they

Register now for PQ #20! Visit paddlequest.org and follow registration link. Working with @createpoco to deliver the 20th year of PaddleQuest launching out of Bukolt Park. Legends in the making.

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Updated FAQs for 2026

Whats up with camping?

Camping is offered by The Waters Pub and Pier and if first come first serve. Cost is included in your team fee.

Do we have to wear costumes?

Costumes are totally optional. Lots of teams get into their team theme and there may be some prizes for best costume, but otherwise - not required!

How does the game work?

Your score is out of 1,000 available points. Points are scored by collecting tokens, magic items (4), artifacts, and treasure trash. Trash must be authentic river-trash and be dropped off to the Cosmic Hoarder. There is also a Day 2 bonus for teams that participate and an alliance score if your alliance wins the overall games.

How do we find magic items and artifacts?

Ask characters if they have magic items. The Helm and the Cape may only be acquired if you already have artifacts from other characters - they will tell you what they need. You may also seek the prophets to gain knowledge. Maps to artifacts may be gained from characters, just ask “do you have a map”?

When is sign in? What do you need to do?

Teams may sign in Friday evening from 6-8 or Saturday morning 8am - 9:15am at The Waters Pub and Pier. Teams must sign release forms, provide team info.

PADDLE QUEST

Welcome to Paddle Quest, a unique competition set in a world of fantasy held since 2002 in Stevens Point, WI. Paddle from place-to-place meeting characters, playing games, solving puzzles, and completing challenges.

The 2026 event will be held on August 7-9 starting from The Waters Pub and Pier (formerly Lakeside Bar). The theme is currently in development by the Royal Marauders!

PaddleQuest

Updated FAQs for 2026