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Paddle The Mississippi
Sunset and Moonrise
Guided Paddle


Friday, October 18

Registration required by 5 PM Wednesday, Oct 16

We'll take to the Mississippi for an 8 mile paddle.  We may still have some fall leaves as we watch the sun set and wait for the Full Moon to rise! 
Beginners  and all types of canoes or kayaks are welcome to join!
This is a guided trip and requires the group to stay together. 
One light is required to be secured to each boat.  Headlights and glow sticks preferred.

October 18:
We'll meet at 5:00 PM at Fourth Pumping Station park
Fourth Pumping Station info & directions

Shuttle to the put in point.
Launch by 6:00, Sunset is 6:18
Moonrise is 6:54.  Finish paddle approximately 8:30.
Hang around for a campfire and  smores if you'd like.

Advance reservation is required by calling 319-752-1857 

You may bring your own canoe or kayak.  Boats must be at least 12 foot to fit our trailer.  We also have single kayaks, double kayaks and canoes available for rent.

What to bring:  Bug spray, comfortable paddling clothes, water shoes, a warmer layer for evening paddling and a towel or change of clothes (just in case). Alcohol is not permitted while we are on the water.  Life jackets are required to be worn.

Camping is available at Fourth Pumping Station park.

Fee for participation is $25 per person which includes guided trip, person and boat shuttle and smores.



River Basin Canoe & Kayak

13038 Hwy 61 North 
Burlington, IA
319-752-1857 or 1-800-RIVER-12
iowapaddler@yahoo.com
Fridays 1 PM - 6 PM
Saturdays 10 AM - 6 PM
Sundays noon - 4 PM

Calls taken outside of open hours

All other times by private Appointment. Give us a call!
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