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Whiting Forest provides a memorable experience that fosters inter-generational interaction
Programming Frances Owen Programming Frances Owen

Whiting Forest provides a memorable experience that fosters inter-generational interaction

Now in its 11th year, the Great Iowa River Race begins within Iowa City (at a river access managed by the city) and ends 9.25 miles downstream on the Iowa River at Hills Access Campground, a property managed by Johnson County Conservation. Canoers, kayakers, and paddle boarders are welcome to compete in the event, which is divided into recreational and competitive heats.

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A Water Trail Is Born
Programming Caitlin McCully Programming Caitlin McCully

A Water Trail Is Born

Many years of hard work and planning are finally paying off in eastern Ohio with the state’s designation of the Tuscarawas River Water Trail. The Tuscarawas River has always been special to those who live in the communities around the river, and now it will be shared with paddlers from around Ohio and surrounding states.

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Embrace Adaptation
Aquatics Bryan Buchko Aquatics Bryan Buchko

Embrace Adaptation

Larry French stood in the marina in Safety Harbor, Fla., eyeing kayaks on a trailer. The 67-year-old above-elbow amputee looked at his right arm, which ended just 4 inches below his shoulder, and

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Launch The Fleet
Columns Bryan Buchko Columns Bryan Buchko

Launch The Fleet

As the nation emerges from one of the coldest winters in recent memory, recreation specialists will begin to see water enthusiasts flocking back for sun, exercise, and water recreation.

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RiverTrek
Aquatics, Programming Guest User Aquatics, Programming Guest User

RiverTrek

There’s no “reset” button on a canoe like there is on a video game. Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) RiverTrekkers discover this each summer as they learn to overcome struggles on their own.

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Something From Nothing
Aquatics Bryan Buchko Aquatics Bryan Buchko

Something From Nothing

Nestled between the Chesapeake Bay and the Patuxent River, Anne Arundel County in Maryland revolves around the water. From crabbing and fishing to sailing to AnnapolisСthe heart of the countyСthe community thrives on water.

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Aquatics Bryan Buchko Aquatics Bryan Buchko

Enjoy A Peaceful Paddle

Chehalem Paddle Launch provides water recreationalists a place to rent a kayak, canoe, or paddle board, and enjoy a peaceful paddle on the Willamette River, in Dundee, Ore.

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A Pit Stop For Paddlers
Aquatics Bryan Buchko Aquatics Bryan Buchko

A Pit Stop For Paddlers

In 2009, the Minnesota DNR completed a master plan for the Ottertail River. Part of that study concluded that an 8-mile stretch of the river was not navigable into Fergus Falls because no canoe/kayak access existed above Central Dam.

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