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IWTA
Mid Month
Reminders
& Updates
Iowa Water Trails Association
July, 2016
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| BE PREPARED for 2016 waterway cleanups. Order these reusable blue trash bags from Todd Robertson, IDNR Rivers Program Outreach Coordinator.
todd.robertson@dnr.gov
or 515-725-2960 |
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Heritage Matters! Iowa's Water Trails and Iowa's Heritage are inextricably linked, from the fossil record, through prehistory, Native American history, pioneer history, and into the modern era. Iowa waterways have provided humans with food, water, transportation, and power over hundreds of years. They have determined the location of villages, mills, bridges, and cities. They have facilitated the development of trade routes, industries, and economies.
Recent programs, sponsored by County Conservation Boards or other organizations, and facilitated by the Office of the State Archaeologist, have tapped into Iowans' deep interest in their heritage. From arrow head collectors to historians to pioneer genealogists, we want to know more about the life and lives of earlier residents of the land now called Iowa.
Funding for Iowa heritage programming has just suffered a blow, and you can help. Check out our article "Heritage Matters!" to learn about the immediate impacts, and actions you can initiate.
This issue also highlights several opportunities to volunteer your assistance with events providing competition, opportunities for kids or veterans, or cleaning up our rivers. Please consider participating in one or more of these. The fun and satisfaction usually far outweigh the exertion.
We hope you enjoy this issue of the IWTA Newsletter.
To keep your newsletter relevant, please keep your info coming.
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Heritage Matters! Your Support Matters!
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As of July 1, 2016, the Office of the State Archaeologist Education & Outreach Program will no longer receive direct state support, and all program activities must be 100% externally funded. Members of the "Iowa archaeology community," professional, amateur, paid, and volunteer, are working to maintain the programming and services currently offered. They are brainstorming ways to create new partnerships and programs which can return Iowa heritage education to a well-funded priority.
They need your help.
The immediate impacts of the 7/1/16 funding cuts include n o un-sponsored programming, increased fees, overall programming reductions, and limited in-kind staff matches for grants and programs.
Long term goals of supporters include a "Friends of" organization for fundraising and support, the creation of an endowment for financial stability and independence, and the ability to offer free archaeology and heritage programming to schools statewide.
Supporters offer the following lists of ways you can help:
Find more info and links to submit testimonials, etc. at
Purchase a "Heritage Matters" sticker:
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Jul 16; "Seize The Carp!," Take A Kid Outdoors Event in Iowa City
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This free public event to encourage kids to explore the outdoors, enjoy nature, and get active & healthy will be held in Lower City Park, Iowa City, on Saturday, July 16. Registration will begin at 8:45 am and continue thru 2:00 pm. Events begin at 9:00 am.
Activities include a picnic in the park with live entertainment, yoga, archaeology, fishing, canoeing, prairie plants, birds & bees, owls, raptors, Native American and pioneer games, and how to identify and clean carp.
Help your kids become free, wild, and fearless.
Find more info about TAKO and "Seize The Carp" on the website:
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Jul 17; "Hudson Days" Celebration to Include Blackhawk Creek Kayak Float
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Danielle Carter informs us that a Sunday, July 17 Kayak Float, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm, on Blackhawk Creek, has been added to the annual Hudson Days weekend celebration:
Come wind down from a great weekend celebration on Blackhawk Creek! Meet and put in at Hudson Road Access (Franck Park), take out at Ranchero Road Access.
Please check back on Facebook July 16th and 17th to ensure water levels are at recommended levels for the float.
FINE PRINT: Arrange for your own pick up/shuttle at Franck Park and Ranchero Road. Bring your own kayak; none are available for rental at the site. Participate at your own risk. Hudson Days, the Hudson Chamber of Commerce or the Lions Club are not liable for any incidents. Creek levels and debris in the creek can change rapidly during the float. Tubing is not recommended due to timing. Personal Floatation Devices shall be available on each kayak. Children under 18 will not be permitted unless attended by an adult. The entire float is 7 miles long. Experienced paddlers will be available to assist. Staggered launch times may be implemented depending on number of participants.
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Jul 17; Cedar Valley Walleye Club & Impact Outdoors Event at George Wyth Lake in Waterloo--Volunteers Needed
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Pam Wolter, dedicated leader of Cedar Valley Paddlers, is encouraging all kayakers to join them in support of a Cedar Valley Walleye Club and Impact Outdoors event at George Wyth Lake in Waterloo this Sunday, July 17.
"Please consider volunteering for this event. If so, please come at 11:00 this Sunday, July 17 to George Wyth Lake. You can help in assorted ways. Please bring your kayak and gear for the youth to use or you can be on the water assisting them in that way. Please let me know if you plan on volunteering so I can let the organizer know how many they can count on. Thanks...should be a fun time. --Pam"
"We have been asked to assist the Cedar Valley Walleye Club with their annual fishing and outdoor event on Sunday, July 17. They also partner with Impact Outdoors. They hold an event at George Wyth Lake in Waterloo with 200 area youth to teach about water safety and fishing. They have an opportunity to also paddle. Crawdaddy will be bringing some kayaks for them to use, however there are long lines since they do not have enough kayaks to go around. The event is from 12-4:00 p.m. with volunteers needed from 11-4:30. They give out a lot of free fish poles each year to the youth." Volunteer assistance needed: 1. Bring as many kayaks, paddles, PFD's, as you can for the youth or others to use.You can paddle with them or just assist from shore. I will bring my three kayaks, gear, and CVP safety equipment. 2. Assist with helping kids in and out of the water. 3. Assist with fishing. 4. Assist with the food.
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Jul 20; "Stand Up Paddleboard Clinic," Louisa County
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Beat the heat and try something new this summer! This is Louisa County Conservation's second time of offering a Stand Up Paddleboard Clinic. You can reserve your forty five minute session for some Wednesday evening paddling on Odessa as the day winds down.
The session will open with directions from a trained instructor with Fin and Feather H20, then participants will be able to put their skills to the test on the water. Pre-registration is required for the three 45 minute session slots. Sessions will begin at 6:00 pm, 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm. Any participants under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Stand Up Paddleboards (SUPs) are a fairly new outdoor recreation trend. SUPs give you lots of options - you can sit or lay on them while paddling with your hands, or sit up on your knees, or even stand with relative ease while paddling around the lake. They may look a little daunting to the beginner, but most folks find their balance easily.
Additional Info
- Time: 6:00 pm-7:45 pm
- Location: Snively Campground
- Ages: Any participants under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult!
- Cost: $20 per 45 minute session
- Registration required by July 18. To register or for more information please call (319)-523-8381 or email lccb@lccb.org.
- You should know: All participants will be required to wear life jackets. All gear including life jackets will be provided.
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Jul 22 & 23; July Canoe & Kayak Loan, Odessa WT, Louisa CCB
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Take your family out paddling without the hassle of hauling all the gear! Canoes and kayaks will be available at Snively Campground to be used on the Odessa Water Trail. Reservations can be made in advance otherwise canoes and kayaks are available on a first come, first served basis.
Participants must be 18 years old to borrow a boat which comes with life jacket, paddles and a map of the area. Kids may participate if an adult is with them. We recommend people bring Ziploc Freezer bags to hold their cell phones and other items that shouldn't get wet as well as a bottle of water and a snack.
Canoes will be available on Friday from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm, and on Saturday from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm.
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| Jul 23-24; Motor Mill Free Tours, Turkey River WT |
Putting in at Elkader and floating down the Turkey River WT past the iconic 1860's Motor Mill is an Iowa paddling tradition. You can make it even more memorable by scheduling your float to coincide with a free tour of the historic mill, related buildings and town site.
Remaining free tour dates in 2016 are Jul 23-24, Aug 6-7, Aug 20-21, Sep 3-4, Sep 17-18, & Oct 8-9.
Motor Mill will be open for tours from noon to 5 pm. Takeout for paddlers is just downstream from the mill and bridge on the left, with a path leading back upstream to the site. Motor Mill Historic Site is located on Galaxy Road, Elkader.
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Jul 25; "Paddle Wapsi II," Walnut Grove to Syracuse
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The Wapsipinicon adventure continues on Jul 25, with "Paddle the Wapsi II," from Walnut Grove to Syracuse, 9:00 am till 4:00 pm. Meet at the Syracuse Wildlife Area Boat Ramp, in Calamus, Iowa. Meet at 8:45 am, shuttle vehicles, launch by 9:30, and complete the trip by approx. 4:00 pm.
You MUST REGISTER by calling Clinton CCB 563-259-1876 by noon on 22nd of July.
Sherman Park has a variety of campsites & a new shower house. It would be the best choice for an overnight for those participating in both Wapsi II and Wapsi III.
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Jul 26; "Paddle Wapsi III," Syracuse Wildlife Area to Sherman Park
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Double your enjoyment by continuing on with the July 26 "Paddle The Wapsi III," from Syracuse Wildlife Area to Sherman Park, 9:00 am till Noon. Meet at the Sherman Park Boat Ramp, in Calamus, Iowa. Meet at 8:45 am, shuttle vehicles, launch by 9:30, enjoy lunch at Sherman Park, then shuttle drivers back to Syracuse Wildlife Area.
You MUST REGISTER for this event by calling 563-259-1876 by noon on the 22nd of July.
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Jul 26; "Maquoketa River Cleanup," Jones County
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| | Michele Olson, Jones CCB Naturalist, hosting a display of Jones County
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Join the Jones County Naturalist and Intern at 9:30 AM, on Tuesday, July 26th, as they canoe the Maquoketa River downstream from the Mon Maq Dam to the Pictured Rocks Wildlife Area. Meet at Mon Maq ready to put in at 9:30 AM. Carpooling from Pictured Rocks Vehicle drop site at 9 AM. Take out approximately 2:30 pm.
Our mission, if you choose to accept it, is to clean up the Maquoketa as we paddle and enjoy good company and the beauty of the river valley and bluffs. Garbage bags will be provided. Participants should bring their own gloves and wear clothing and footwear that can get dirty and wet. Remember to bring a sack lunch, drinking water, and sunscreen. Participants should bring their own canoes, if available. A few canoes are available for use if your family does not have one by calling Michele at (319) 481-7987, prior to July 25th. Canoes are also available for rent from Monticello Canoe Rental.
Please pre-register for this event by contacting Michele at (319)481-7987 - prior to 4 PM on July 25th. Float and cleanup are dependent on the weather and water levels on July 26th.
Photo by G.Stark
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Jul 31-Aug 6; "Great River Rumble 2016," Chippewa River & Mississippi River
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The 2016 "GRR" will cover about 100 miles from Eau Clair, WI on the Chippewa River to Winona, MN on the Mississippi. The "Rumblers" will paddle past Red Cedar River confluence, through the "Driftless Zone" and Lower Chippewa River State Nature Area, and navigate three locks on the Mississippi.
Many Iowans participate in this annual event, along with paddlers from the Midwest, the nation, and occasionally, from other countries.
Registration is now open; registration deadline to receive a free shirt is July 15. Find more info about this annual weeklong 100+ mile paddling trip, itinerary, shuttles, campsites, meals, gear transport, maps, & registration at http://www.riverrumble.org/ Photo by G.Stark
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Aug 5-6; "Four County Float," Little Sioux River
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The Cherokee County Conservation Board is partnering with the Sanford Museum, Clay County, Buena Vista County, and O'Brien County Conservation Boards to provide you with a unique opportunity to paddle the Little Sioux River with an archeologist and four naturalists on August 5th and 6th!
Enjoy this leisurely float down the Little Sioux River while stopping at various sandbars along the way. Megan Stroh, the Sanford Museum's Archeologist, will be sharing her expertise with us about local history and helping identify potential artifacts that we may find along the way. Each naturalist will also be helping with bird, mussel, and turtle identification as well.
The paddle will begin each day at 9:00am and will take around 5-7 hours depending on weather and water conditions. On August 5, the float will begin at the Linn Grove Dam and end at Wanata Park near Peterson. On August 6, the float will begin at the Prairie Heritage Center and end at Martins Access. Participate in one day or both!
Plan on bringing a lunch and/or various snack items, dress for the weather, and wear sunscreen and bug spray.
Participants can bring their own canoe or kayak to the event or they can borrow one from one of the conservation board's for $10/vessel. Registration is required by August 1st. The paddle is open to everyone, but children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Aug 16-17; Iowa DNR Kayak School Session; (Final Canoe Session in Sep!)
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Todd Robertson, Outreach Coordinator for Iowa Water Trails, reminds us that only two sessions remain in the 2016 "Canoe & Kayak School" series.
All the sessions are oriented toward Naturalists, Scout Leaders, Youth Group Instructors-those who will be leading groups or conducting instruction. The focus is on paddling skills, hazard feature identification, teaching to different learning styles, and risk management. The sessions differ in being geared for canoe or kayak, flatwater lakes or flowing rivers. Boats and life jackets are provided. Each session has a fee and a limit on the number of participants. The annual Canoe & Kayak School sessions fill up fast, so you are advised to register early. Find more info, directions to site, and registration at http://www.iowadnr.gov/Recreation/CanoeingKayaking/PaddlerResources/InstructionSafety.aspx
- Aug 16-17; Two-Day IDNR Kayak School for Naturalists and Trip Leaders, Briggs Woods Park, Hamilton County (Boone River).
- Sep 13-14; Two-Day IDNR Canoe School for Naturalists and Trip Leaders, Briggs Woods Park, Hamilton County (Boone River).
Photo by Todd Robertson
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Aug 19-21; Lower Wapsi River Cleanup, Syracuse WA to Gambril Access
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This annual demonstration of love for the Wapsipinicon River continues.
The 2016 Lower Wapsi River Clean-up Project will cover 32.3 Miles from Syracuse Wildlife Area to Gambril Access, Sherman Park, Calamus, Iowa.
Gather and camp at Sherman Park off 160th Avenue. On Friday we'll have an early bird half day clean-up from 1 till 4 PM covering 6.3 miles above the park. Saturday's stretch is 11.5 miles and 14.5 on Sunday.
You MUST REGISTER online at
coordinator@lowerwapsicleanup.org
or by calling 563-349-0811 by noon on the 12th of August.
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Aug 27; "Rugged Toad Adventure Tri" in Waverly--Volunteers Needed!
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So, maybe you're not up for participating in all that rigorous peddling, paddling, and running? You can still be part of the fun by volunteering to help with such roles as timer, kayak start help, kayak safety crew, kayak sweep, kayak transition, kayak hauling & transporting, run course helper, creek crossing assistant, bike transition, bike course helper, food & beverage, or first aid.
Rugged Toad Adventure Triathlon Scheduled for Aug 27!
Get your wart on with the Rugged Toad Adventure Tri -- Paddle, Trail Run and Mountain Bike. Paddle (4.6 miles) on the Cedar River from Waverly to Ingawanis Adventure Base, trail run (3.4 miles) through the camp, then mountain bike (7 miles) through Ingawanis Woodland.
Race begins at Brookwood Park, Waverly at 9:00 am. Registration closes on Aug 25, 2016, 12:00:00 PM CDT. Event is held rain or shine. Event will be delayed due to severe weather / lightning.
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IWTA "Outdoor Photography Box"
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Digital photography, available via a wide range of devices, has made it possible for folks to take photos wherever they go, and some of the more fascinating places are along our Water Trails. We're going to include this "Outdoor Photography Box" each month, as an opportunity to share tips, ideas, events, etc. to encourage your interest in outdoor photography. We welcome your input at iowawta@gmail.com
AUG 11-21 IOWA STATE FAIR PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT WILL PROVIDE IDEAS, INSIGHT, & INSPIRATION If you are planning to attend the Aug 11-21 Iowa State Fair, we encourage you to spend some time perusing the Photography Exhibit. Outdoor photographers can learn much from considering why judges awarded prizes to specific photos, and a similar amount by considering the subjects, lighting, vantage points, and more in all of the photos selected for display.
IOWA PHOTOGRAPHY CLUBS PROVIDE INFORMATION, EDUCATION, & ENCOURAGEMENT
Special thanks go out to Charley Starnes for sharing his updated list of Iowa Photography Clubs. Charley is the superintendent of the Iowa State Fair Photography Salon.
Here is a link to Charley's pdf listing of 22 Iowa photography clubs that would welcome your participation:
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What IWTA Newsletter Readers are Following & Recommending
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IWTA does not advocate for positions on issues, but readers occasionally ask questions or share articles about issues which may be of interest or concern to other readers & WT supporters. To balance IWTA neutrality, reader participation, and the exchange of potentially useful information, while minimizing the impact on IWTA Newsletter space, following are brief summaries and links to items that your fellow readers find interesting.
Volunteers, Loaned Boats & Equipment Sought for Sep 14 TEE Tournament Vets Paddle at Riverside. Kirt Sickels, Director of the National Disabled Veterans TEE Tournament Rehab Event held annually in Riverside (South of Iowa City), has confirmed that the Vets Paddle component has been scheduled on Wednesday, September 14, with 3 sessions beginning at 0800, 1000, and 1300. Tom Sabotta, new coordinator of Vets Paddle volunteers, encourages all past volunteers to add the date to their calendars. New volunteers or interested persons should contact Tom at tsabott@gmail.com
Indian Creek Nature Center will Host "Amazing Space" Grand Opening Weekend of Sep 15-18.
"Amazing Space" is Indian Creek Nature Center's vision for the future! A comprehensive project that will enhance Indian Creek Nature Center for generations to come, this project focuses on developing an enhanced outdoor campus and a new, completely sustainable 12,000 sq ft building. For Eastern Iowa paddlers, this will be the site of the 10th Annual ICNC Paddle Day in January 2017. IWTA will participate in an "ICNC Partners" exhibit the afternoon of Sep 17. A detailed schedule of events for the 4-day Grand Opening Weekend celebration is available on the ICNC website: http://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/amazing-space-grand-opening/
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A Quick Look At the 2016 IWTA Planning Calendar!
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Jul 16; "Seize The Carp," Take A Kid Outdoors Event in Iowa City. Free public event, 8:45 am-3:00 pm in Lower City Park, encourages kids to explore the outdoors, enjoy nature, and get active & healthy. Activities include picnic in the park, live entertainment, yoga, archaeology, fishing, canoeing, prairie plants, birds & bees, owls, raptors, Native American & pioneer games, and how to ID & clean carp. More info about TAKO and "Seize The Carp" at: http://takeakidoutdoors.org/events/seize-carp/?eID=17 Jul 17; Hudson Days Celebration Kayak Float, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm, on Blackhawk Creek. Meet and put in at Hudson Road Access (Franck Park), take out at Ranchero Road Access. Please check on Facebook for participation details, and updates re water
Jul 19; Full Moon, Tuesday, Sunrise 5:48, Sunset 8:37,
Moonrise 8:19 CDT
Jul 20; Stand Up Paddleboard Clinic, Odessa WT. Beat the heat and try something new. Reserve your forty five minute session for some Wednesday evening paddling on Odessa. Directions from a trained instructor with Fin and Feather H20, then test your skills on the water. Pre-registration is required for the three 45 minute session slots. Sessions will begin at 6:00 pm, 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm. Any participants under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult. There is a fee. Registration required by July 18. Call (319)-523-8381 or email lccb@lccb.org. Jul 22 & 23; July Canoe & Kayak Loan, Odessa WT. Canoes and kayaks will be available at Snively Campground to be used on the Odessa Water Trail. Reservations can be made in advance, otherwise canoes and kayaks are available on a first come, first served basis. Visit http://www.louisacountyconservation.org/ or call 319-523-8381. (Similar event July 22-23.) Jul 24; Parents' Day. Jul 25; Paddle the Wapsi II, Walnut Grove to Syracuse, 9 AM till 4 PM, Syracuse Wildlife Area Boat Ramp, Calamus, Iowa. Meet at 8:45 am, shuttle vehicles, launch by 9:30, complete trip approx. 4:00 pm. You MUST REGISTER by calling Clinton CCB 563-259-1876 by noon on 22nd of July. (Sherman Park has variety of campsites & new shower house; best choice for an overnight before or after Wapsi III.) Jul 26; Paddle The Wapsi III, Syracuse Wildlife Area to Sherman Park, 9 AM till Noon, Sherman Park Boat Ramp, Calamus, Iowa. Meet at 8:45 am, shuttle vehicles, launch by 9:30, lunch at Sherman Park, shuttle drivers back to Syracuse WA. You MUST REGISTER for this event by calling 563-259-1876 by noon on the 22nd of July. (Sherman Park has variety of campsites & new shower house; best choice for an overnight before or after Wapsi III.)
Jul 26; Maquoketa River Cleanup in Jones County, Mon Maq Dam to Pictured Rocks, 9:30 am-2:30 pm. Carpool from Pictured Rocks at 9:00, put in at Mon Maq at 9:30. Please pre-register for this event by contacting Michele Olson at (319)481-7987 - prior to 4 PM on July 25th.
Jul 28-29; Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower Peaks. Average shower, peaking at 20 meteors/hour. Jul 31-Aug 6; Great River Rumble (GRR), Eau Clair on the Chippewa River to Winona on the Mississippi. Paddle past Red Cedar River confluence, through the "Driftless Zone" and Lower Chippewa River State Nature Area, navigate three locks on the Mississippi. Annual weeklong 100+ mile paddle with shuttles, campsites, meals, & gear transport. Info, itinerary, & registration at http://www.riverrumble.org/
Aug 6-7, Aug 20-21; Motor Mill Free Tours, Turkey River WT. Free tours of historic 1860's Motor Mill, related buildings, and town site, Noon-5:00 pm on scheduled weekends, group tours by appointment. Consider combining the tour with a paddle on the beautiful Turkey River Water Trail. Motor Mill Historic Site, Galaxy Road, Elkader; call: 563-245-1516 or visit: http://motormill.org/ Turkey River WT info at http://www.turkeyrivercorridor.com/trails/water-trails/
Aug 11-21; Iowa State Fair, Des Moines. Visit IDNR Building & Courtyard, with River Programs, Water Trails, & Project Aware displays. Also find inspiration in the Photography Salon exhibit. http://www.iowastatefair.org/
Aug 12-13; Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks. One of the best to observe, peaking at 60 meteors/hour.
Aug 16; Best Time To View Planet Mercury. Low in western sky just after sunset.
Aug 18; Full Moon. Thursday, Sunrise 6:18, Sunset 8:02, Moonrise 8:16 CDT
Aug 19-20; Annual Floatzilla in Quad Cities. Floats, training sessions, food, live music, tee shirts, world record attempt for largest flotilla of kayaks & canoes; http://www.floatzilla.org/
Aug 19-21; Lower Wapsi River Clean-up Project (32.3 Miles), Syracuse Wildlife Area to Gambril Access, Sherman Park, Calamus, Iowa. Gather and camp at Sherman Park off 160th Avenue. On Friday we'll have an early bird half day clean-up from 1 till 4 PM covering 6.3 miles above the park. Saturday's stretch is 11.5 miles and 14.5 on Sunday. You MUST REGISTER online at coordinator@ lowerwapsicleanup.org or by calling 563-349-0811 by noon on the 12th of August.
Aug 21; Senior Citizens Day.
Aug 20-21; "Bike Van Buren XXX" Criss-crosses New Lower Des Moines River WT.
Add Biking to Your WT Adventure Along the Lower Des Moines WT. Bike ride crosses Des Moines River several times, often on historic bridges. Technical support, free bottled water, & SAG support. Bike Van Buren Breakfast in Keosauqua (both mornings) and a TREK bicycle raffle. More info at http://villagesofvanburen.com/bike-van-buren.html
Aug 27; Rugged Toad Adventure Triathlon in Waverly. Get your "wart on!" Paddle (4.6 miles) on the Cedar River from Waverly to Ingawanis Adventure Base, trail run (3.4 miles) through the camp, then mountain bike (7 miles) through Ingawanis Woodland. Race begins at Brookwood Park, Waverly at 9:00 am. Registration closes on Aug 25, 2016, 12:00:00 PM CDT. Event held rain or shine, delayed due to severe weather / lightning. For info on registration, classes, prizes, shuttles, equipment, or volunteering, visithttps://www.athletepath.com/rugged-toad-adventure-triathlon/2016-08-27 or contact Darrin Siefken at 319-352-9129 or info@crawdaddyoutdoors.com
Aug 27; Conjunction of Venus & Jupiter. Extremely close in western sky just after sunset.
Do you have WT-related events or planning info for 2016?
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We Hope That You Are Enjoying the "Award-Winning" IWTA Newsletter
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The mission of the IWTA is to facilitate the exchange of information, ideas and encouragement among Iowans working to create, enhance, or utilize our water trails. That is only possible with your participation. Thank you for your continuing support and encouragement.
- Readers who forwarded info about WT-related events around Iowa.
- Readers who are providing & updating items for the IWTA 2016 Planning Calendar.
- Readers who shared items they are reading, or otherwise found interesting.
- Other groups who have added our IWTA Website link to their own website; we like to network!
We do our best to include all corrections, cancellations, and reschedules ASAP in our newsletters and other materials, but the most current info on events will probably always be the Events Calendar on the IWTA Website:
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