why the motorboaters?

The Missouri River isn’t just the longest river in the United States—it’s a lifeline that connects people, places, and generations. Stretching 2,341 miles from Three Forks, Montana to its meeting point with the Mississippi in Missouri, the river winds through Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Missouri, and even gathers waters from Alberta and Saskatchewan in Canada.

For centuries, the Missouri has brought communities together. Today, it’s where neighbors meet on the water, families create lasting memories, and boaters find both adventure and peace. The Missouri River Motorboaters celebrate that tradition by building connections through shared experiences—whether it’s cruising at sunset, casting a line, or gathering for an event that feels more like a reunion than a meeting.

At our core, we’re about more than boating. We’re about community, connection, and keeping the river we love vibrant for generations to come.

the larks take the field as the motorboaters

Once a year, the Missouri River comes alive on the diamond! The Bismarck Larks trade in their feathers for swim trunks and take the field as the Missouri River Motorboaters.

This special game is more than just baseball—it’s a celebration of our community’s connection to the river. From themed jerseys to ballpark entertainment, the night is packed with fun and hometown pride.

It’s our way of bringing the spirit of the river to the ballpark and reminding everyone that whether on the water or in the stands, the Missouri brings people together.

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