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April 30 - May 3, 2026

Mirabel-et-Blacons
Drôme river, France

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19 April 2024
Nature news - Did you know?

The Drôme is one of the last wild rivers in Europe, with a natural, torrential flow. It meanders for 106 km from its source to its confluence with the Rhône. As a result, it is home to some exceptional flora and fauna, and in particular to two experts in camouflage: On the banksThe ringed plover: […]

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13 December 2023
Everything you always wanted to know about OCF but were afraid to ask!

Record for the longest title! All this to tell you that we've created a new FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section. Can I bring my dog to the OCF? Are canoes provided? How do I win the lottery? Do I need to reserve a campsite? How do I register for workshops? Why is the OCF called […]

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26 May 2023
OCF 2023: the video!

This is the Open Canoe Festival!

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22 March 2023
How not to get divorced during a canoe trip!

Some basic psychology to avoid giving up canoeing after the first descent… and save your relationship! By Paul Villecourt / www.villecourt.com In North America, canoeing is often called the "divorce boat"! You will understand why. When a few friends embark on the river for the first time, logic naturally pushes couples to form crews. At […]

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20 March 2023
Equipment checklist for a canoe trip

This list has been tested for trips of 30 to 60 days. It includes the essentials, although you can always do more minimalist. All this gear fits into a large 100/120 litre waterproof bag which will therefore contain all the bags described below. For shorter trips, surprisingly the equipment is not much different. Remember: the […]

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7 March 2023
2023 poster

You will be pampered from the moment you arrive at the Open Canoe Festival! In the welcome bag given to everyone: the legendary T-shirt, a sticker, the programme, but also a superb poster! It's always a tricky choice, so every year, we ask what you think with a poll on our Facebook page.

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10 October 2022
Partners wanted!

7 levels of partnership offers to take advantage of the OCF. From the primary sponsor to the prize suppliers, we offer 7 levels of partnerships giving sponsors and exhibitors the opportunity to take advantage of the visibility and exposure of the Open Canoe Festival:     •    Level 1: Primary sponsor.    •    Level 2: Official partners  […]

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10 November 2021
The kids Festival.

We take care of your kids while you're paddling! During the 3 days of the Festival, a qualified and bilingual animator will take care of the children from 6 to 12 years old. Treasure hunt, land art, games, some workshops for adults… A lot of fun in the superb setting of Gervanne Camping, while the […]

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