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Janet Mifflin

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Last updated: 10/05/2011 10:51

 

2010 ANNUAL 

GREAT RIVER RENDEZVOUS
SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2010* 
KAYAK

CANOE

 

Beginners -     Enjoy on the water skills clinic
Intermediate  -   
Guided social paddles
Advanced - Compete in a 20 mile race from Grafton to Alton.   Race last around 2 hours.  

REGISTER ONLINE HERE          REGISTRATION FORM  .pdf
To Register by phone with a credit card, call 618-462-6979. 
For more information call 314-518-0950

Online Registration ENDS May 21, 2010 at 12 p.m.
*for participant safety all participant activities subject to change/ cancellation due to weather

New this year!

Would you like to learn about questing, astronomy, fishing, birding and kayaking just a few steps away from the Mississippi River?  The Family Campout features all these activities plus the chance to campout at the Alton Locks and Dam/National Great Rivers Museum.  Bring your tent! 

Make reservations at  (618) 462-6979.       REGISTER ONLINE HERE

All proceeds from this event will support the Treehouse Wildlife Center.  Treehouse Wildlife Center is in the process of acquiring a new building and moving all their animals.  Treehouse Wildlife Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to the care of orphaned and injured wildlife with an additional commitment to educating the public about issues relating to wildlife.  They have rescued many birds of prey, pelicans and various wildlife species that have come into harms way on the Mississippi River.
 
 
This event promotes the Mississippi River Water trails.  Water trails are recreational waterways on a lake, river or ocean between specific points, containing access points, day use, and/or primitive camping sites for  the boating public.  Serving as ribbons of discovery, water trails create educational opportunities, promote a healthy economy and high quality of life while preserving natural and cultural heritage.
 
   DOWNLOADABLE WATER TRAIL MAPS