In February 2026, Niki Choo, the expedition paddler in the documentary 1,000 Miles To Tuk, was killed in an avalanche in California’s Sierra Nevada. The tragedy sheds a particular poignance on the film, given Choo’s tenacity and dedication to completing the difficult but incredible journey from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Ocean. The Paddling Film Festival team extends our condolences to Choo’s family and friends.
Duration: 00:16:00
1,000 Miles To Tuk
Director: Whit Hassett
Winner of Best Canoeing Film 2026 sponsored by Esquif
For over a decade, Niki Choo dreamed of a big canoe trip. When she finally meets the right partner, they take on a 1,000-mile journey from the Pacific to the Arctic testing their endurance, their bond and the limits of what’s possible.
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