Upper Iowa River, Weekend Kayak Adventure
Polk County Education Programs, Polk County
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Float
past beautiful limestone bluffs as you kayak down this crystal clear waterway.
We will depart Jester Park and head for Chimney Rock Campground, set camp and
eat lunch before taking on the river. Experienced and trained naturalists will
lead you on a 3-4 hour paddling trip before returning to camp to share our
adventures around the campfire. The next morning will continue down river to
take in more breathtaking scenery. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets and most meals
provided.
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Fee: $150; includes transportation (15 passenger
van) camping fees, paddling gear, and all food except for meals while
traveling.
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Depart from Jester Park at 7:00 am May 4 return
by 5:00 pm May 5
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Participants will need to provide tent, sleeping
bag, personal items, and cash for meals while traveling.
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Minimum age is 21 and limited to 10
participants. Prior paddling experience required and participants must be in
good physical condition.
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Registration deadline is April 19
*Friends of Jester Park membership discount does not apply.
