Bella's Ohio River Way Challenge

The Ohio River Way is a designated, 308-mile National Water Trail following the borders of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. 

The Ohio River Way’s mission is to help people find adventure, inspire care for the land and water, and boost economies of vibrant Ohio River communities by building partnerships that promote safe, healthy outdoor recreation; education; & tourism.

The Ohio River Way Challenge is an interdisciplinary expedition designed to educate, connect, and celebrate the history, culture, and ecology of the Ohio River and its river towns. Through paddling, storytelling, community engagement, and shared adventure, participants embark on a journey to be inspired and expand upon the important work being done to improve the Ohio River and its neighboring communities.

I will be participating on the second leg of the ORW Challenge, paddling approximately 140 miles from Cincinnati, OH, to Louisville, from May 18 - May 23. If you're interested in supporting this cause, consider donating by the mile! $1/mile = $140, $0.5/mile = 70, etc. Your donation would go directly to the Ohio River Way to continue to grow and support their mission.

Thank you for supporting my paddle on the 2026 Ohio River Way Challenge and the mission and work of the Ohio River Way!