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September, 2016  
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Sep 14 "Disabled Vets Paddle" in Riverside Needs More Volunteers & Boats
Sep 14 "Happy Hour & Volunteer Recruitment," IRR & IEC at Confluence Brewing in Des Moines
Sep 15-18 ICNC "Amazing Space" Grand Opening Weekend, Cedar Rapids
Sep 17 Boone County "Dragoon River Romp" Cleanup, Des Moines River
Sep 17 "IARVCP Iowa River Cleanup," Iowa City
Sep 17-18 Motor Mill Free Tours, Turkey River WT--Check Water Levels!
Sep 24 "Birding Basics" Open Program Lacey-Keosauqua State Park
Sep & Oct "Wednesday Geode Paddles" on Lower Des Moines River
Oct 1 "Jones County Fall Colors Float," South Fork Maquoketa River
Oct 1 "Walnut Creek Watershed Festival," Colby Park
Oct 6 IEC Annual Conference "ECOnomics: Dollars, Sense & Sustainability" at DMACC Ankeny Campus
Oct 7 Old Time & Blue Grass Festival Paddle Trip, Maquoketa River
Oct 8 "Freedom Float: The Underground Railroad Along the River," Lower Des Moines River
Funding Opportunities: Two Wildlife Diversity Grants, Applications Due Nov 1
A Look at The IWTA Planning Calendar
Thanks to IWTA Readers

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Astronomical Fall arrives on Sep 22. While Mother Nature is delivering some cooler temperatures, conducive to some enjoyable time along our Iowa WTs, she is also delivering some erratic rainstorms, causing a multitude of flood watches and warnings. Safety should always be the first priority, but we hope you get to take advantage of the organized events on the calendar, or just get out there and "do your own thing."

We can't resist giving another "tip of the hat" to two gentlemen who recently received some much-deserved recognition.

Larry Stone Received the "Jade of Chiefs Award," the top conservation award  from the Outdoor Writers Association of America. Larry spent over 30 years as an outdoor reporter for the Des Moines Register, and continues to support conservation as a freelance writer, blogger, and photographer. Read more about Larry Stone in this Cedar Rapids Gazette article:

A Monarch Donor honored CR Gazette Writer Orlan Love with a $200,000 anonymous gift to establish a Linn County Pollinator Habitat, recognizing the "Orland does such a magnificent job making the outdoors special." Read the full article at:

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Sep 14; "Disabled Vets Paddle" at Riverside Needs More Volunteers & Boats!
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Tom Sabotta, new coordinator of volunteers for the annual Vets Paddle at Riverside, indicates that the percentage of return volunteers is excellent, but a few more volunteers and boats would help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for the Vets. Interestingly, the wider, recreational class kayaks are most appropriate for the Vets, some of whom have issues with mobility and balance. Time is growing short!

Tom encourages all past, new, and potential volunteers to contact him to confirm their participation, number and types of boats they are bringing, and participant T-Shirt sizes. Among the changes for 2016 are the provision of free T-Shirts to aid identification of volunteers vs. Vets, a 4-wheeler & trailer to shuttle boats to and from the beach area, and expanding the event to 3 sessions beginning at 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 1:00 pm. 

Contact Tom at:   [email protected]

Background: While the "TEE Tournament" began as a golf tournament for disabled Veterans, TEE actually stands for "Training Exposure Experience." The Vets Paddle is an "alternative activity," (others include bowling, horseback riding, and fishing) to expand the variety of experiences offered to the participating Veterans. The VA introduced paddling in 2009, with equipment contracted from out of state. Beginning in 2010, the event became a totally volunteer effort, combining the resources of Seatasea Watersports and members of the Saukenuk and Sticks In the Water paddler groups. Volunteers are now comprised of paddlers from many parts of Iowa, linked via email, recruiting friends to maintain the "pool" of people, kayaks, and canoes. Interestingly, the wider, recreational class kayaks are most appropriate for the Vets, some of whom have issues with mobility and balance.

Sep 14; "Happy Hour & Volunteer Recruitment," IRR and IEC at Confluence Brewing Co. in Des Moines
Raccoon WT Bridge
Invitation from Molly Hanson, IRR  Exec. Director:

"Join us Wednesday, September 14th from 5-7 for a Volunteer Recruitment Happy Hour at Confluence Brewery.  This joint effort between Iowa Rivers Revival and the Iowa Environmental Council will launch the 'Service Squad'.  
 
"Here's how it works:
  • Come to Confluence.  If you sign up to join the Service Squad, you get a free beer ticket.
  • If you donate to Iowa Rivers Revival, you get  a free beer ticket. 
  • If you join the Iowa Environmental Council at a discounted rate, you get a free beer ticket.  
  • There will also be random tickets handed out throughout the evening, idea boards for volunteers to brainstorm what they'd like to see the group work on, a poster of the creek the group will adopt and take care of and tables and info from our sponsors. 
"All are welcome!"

Event will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm at Confluence Brewing Co., 1235 Thomas Beck Rd., Des Moines, IA 50315. For more info, contact Molly Hanson at 515-309-3231.
Find event flyer at http://iowarivers.org/2395-2/

Sep 15-18; Indian Creek Nature Center "Amazing Space" Grand Opening Weekend, Cedar Rapids
ICNC Paddle Day 2016 Canoe Winner Lance Looney G.Stark
ICNC Paddle Day 2016--Presenter & boat winner, boat builder, event organizers.
"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. 

Of particular interest to Eastern Iowa paddlers, this will be the site of the 10th Annual ICNC Paddle Day, Jan 2017. 

IWTA invites you to visit our display during the ICNC Partner Fair from 1:00 - 4:00 pm on Saturday Sep 17. There will be plenty of activities, and food trucks will be on site.

ICNC has posted a detailed schedule of events for the 4-day Grand Opening Weekend celebration on their website:  http://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/amazing-space-grand-opening/

Sep 17; Boone County "Dragoon River Romp" Cleanup, Des Moines River
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Boone County will host its 11th Annual "Dragoon River Romp," a Des Moines River cleanup, on September 17. Canoes and transportation will be provided, followed by lunch and awards. 

The Dragoon River Romp is held each year as a recreational education event. Rivers contain Iowa's greatest remaining tracts of wildlife habitat. People enjoy water. Rivers are some of Iowa's best places for many types of recreation, from wildlife viewing and fishing to canoeing, kayaking, or tubing. This program leads participants in caring for our natural resources, while helping improve the quality of life in Boone County. 

Find more info and download a registration packet at http://www.co.boone.ia.us/index.aspx?page=373

Sep 17; "IARVCP Iowa River Cleanup," Iowa City
Iowa River Cleanup 2012
The annual IARVCP Iowa River Cleanup in Iowa City will sweep 9.5 miles of the waterway from Sturgis to Hills on Saturday, September 17. 

This event will begin at Sturgis Ferry Park. Boats can be staged at 6:30 am at Sturgis Ferry Boat Ramp: After unloading private boats, proceed to Hills Access for check-in. Register at Hills Access at 7:00 am; shuttle bus leaves Hills Access for Sturgis Boat Ramp at 7:30. 7:45 am: Cleanup orientation and river safety talk at 7:45. Canoes begin launching at 8:00 am. All clean-up volunteers should be off the water at Hills Access by 3:30 pm.

Find more info, schedules, maps, registration at: http://www.iarvcp.org/
If you have questions, contact Carol Sweeting [email protected] or 319-541-2385, or via Dan Ceynar, [email protected]  

 Sep 17-18; Motor Mill Free Tours, Turkey River WT
Turkey Motor Mill

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 2016 free tour dates are 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. 

Find more info and a "drone's eye view" of Motor Mill at  http://motormill.org/
Find Turkey River WT maps and info at  http://www.turkeyrivercorridor.com/trails/water-trails/

Sep 24; "Birding Basics" Open Program, Ely Ford Picnic Area, Lacey-Keosauqua State Park, Keosauqua
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A "Birding Basics" program will be held from 9:00 am--Noon, at the Ely Ford Picnic Area in Lacey-Keosauqua State Park. 

Local birding experts Ray & Connie Morris will share birding basics, bird identification, and area birding "hot spots." Feel free to come and go during this "open house" style program. This is an official Des Moines River Water Trails event, cosponsored by the Iowa DNR and Jefferson County Conservation. 

Pre-registration is not required. For more info, call (641)-472-4421 or email [email protected]. Visit on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson-County-Conservation-719357308125209/

Sep Thru Oct; "Wednesday Geode Paddles" on Lower Des Moines River 
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"Paddle, Pedal & MORE," a Bentonsport kayak and canoe livery, has begun hosting weekly Geode Paddles from Bentonsport to Bonaparte on the Lower Des Moines River. The paddle outings start at 3:30 pm in Bentonsport and end at Bonaparte with a barbeque.  These paddles will be held each Wednesday through October, weather permitting.  

Owners Sandi and Keith Dimmitt indicate that they will need at least 6 paddlers renting kayaks or canoes to hold each Geode Paddle.  Kayaks rent for $35.00 and Canoes for $45.00, including boat, paddle, life jacket, bag for geodes, food, and shuttle. Make a reservation by calling 319-592-3220. Registrants will be notified if a cancellation is necessary. Paddle, Pedal & MORE is located at 21903 Hawk Drive in Bentonsport, IA.
 
Paddle, Pedal & MORE offers a variety of boat rentals, pontoon boat tours, supplies, and shuttle service.  http://villagesofvanburen.com/directory.html?item=1498

Oct 1; "Jones County Fall Colors Float," South Fork Maquoketa River
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This year's annual Jones CCB Fall Colors Paddle will feature "A Paddle Back Through History" on the South Fork of the Maquoketa River from the Hwy 136 Access to Canton on Saturday, Oct 1. 
Plan for 9:00-10:00 am Staging, 10:00 am On River

Invitation from Jones CCB Naturalist Michele Olson:
 
Join the Jones County Conservation Department Staff on our annual fall colors river outing.  This year we will travel back through history as we paddle 10 miles of the Maquoketa River, quietly passing by the long deserted but not forgotten town of Clay Mills.  Be spellbound by Iowa's beautiful fall colors as we transition from croplands and pastures to heavily wooded bluffs, boulders, limestone outcroppings, and soaring cliffs.  Bring a snack or your picnic lunch and enjoy a break as we stretch our legs on a sandbar and learn about the people and place that was once the small thriving community of Clay Mills.  

Participants should bring their own kayaks or canoes, paddles, pfd's, dry bags, extra dry clothing, warm aquatic footwear, sunscreen, and sunglasses.  A limited number of canoes and equipment are available for use by those who do not have their own.  This outing is river level and weather dependent.  Those planning on attending should pre-register by emailing or calling Michele at (319)481-7987 or [email protected] prior to noon, Sept. 30. 

Oct 1; "Walnut Creek Watershed Festival," Colby Park
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The Walnut Creek Watershed Coalition, along with its community and business partners, is sponsoring a celebration of the Walnut Creek Watershed, featuring a creek clean-up, an Ecovillage of demonstrations and exhibits about the environment, storm water, water quality, and conservation. The Seventh Annual Walnut Creek Watershed Festival will start at Colby Park Pavilion with a 9:00 am yoga session, followed by a cleanup from 10:00 am-Noon. Speakers, vendors, activities and demonstrations will continue from Noon to 3:00 pm.

Many people in Iowa enjoy using our streams, creeks, lakes and rivers to fish, kayak, canoe, swim and wade. Everyone in the watershed has a stake in the health of its water, and this outdoor celebration will show how we all impact our water quality and what we can do to protect it. In addition to the creek cleanup, events will include river trash sculpture build (live), community gardening, electric vehicle demonstration, rain barrel build (available for purchase), environmental resource information, IOWATER sampling demonstrations, catching and identifying bugs, urban chickens, various children's activities, live entertainment , music, and food.

The clean-up is great for families, scout, school groups and anyone who loves the environment and clean water. All ages are welcome to join in the clean-up.
Gloves, trash bags, water, and snacks will be provided. Volunteers will meet at the Colby Park Pavilion at 10:00 a.m. to head out to a number of locations along Walnut Creek and North Walnut Creek. 
After the clean-up, volunteers are invited to join in a trash tally, music, refreshments, and a BBQ.


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Oct 6; Iowa Environmental Council (IEC) Annual Conference at DMACC Ankeny Campus
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The Iowa Environmental Council (IEC) Annual Conference Theme will be "ECOnomics: Dollars, Sense and Sustainability." The event will explore the bond between our environment, communities and economy, and will feature keynote speaker Jon D. Erickson, fellow of the Gund Institute for Ecological Economics and professor at the Rubenstein School of Environmental and Natural Resources at the University of Vermont. Erickson has published widely on climate change policy, renewable energy economics, environmental management and the theory and practice of ecological economics; led international research and education programs; produced Emmy award-winning documentary films on water, energy and food system transitions; and founded and led numerous non-profit organizations.

The IEC Conference will be held on Thursday, October 6 at the DMACC Ankeny Campus. Registration is open at http://www.iaenvironment.org/get-involved/council-events/annual-conference/2016-annual-conference-registration 

For questions about exhibitor space, sponsorship opportunities, or other info, contact Communications & Outreach Director Katy Heggen at 515-244-1194 x210 or [email protected]

Oct 7; "35th Old Time & Blue Grass Festival Paddle Trip," Maquoketa River, Canton Access to Millerton Access 
Bluegrass Festival 2016 Eden Valley
Join Clinton County Conservation from Noon to 4:00 pm on October 7 for a paddle trip in conjunction with the 35th Old Time & Blue Grass Festival. 

The paddle trip will cover 5.6 miles on the Maquoketa River from the Canton Access to the Millerton Access. Meet at Eden Valley Refuge Nature Center at 11:45 to register and car pool to Millertown Access to deposit a shuttle vehicle. Launch at 12:30 pm, finish approx. 4:00 pm. 

After supper, Eden Valley Refuge Park will fill with music around many campfires as the 35th Annual Old Time & Blue Grass Festival begins. Saturday features stage shows with various bands, a pot luck dinner at the Nature Center and more music into the night. 

You MUST REGISTER for the paddling event by calling 563-259-1876 by noon on the 30th of September.

Oct 8; "Freedom Float: The Underground Railroad Along the River," Paddle Austin Park to Keosauqua
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This Oct 8 "Freedom Float: The Underground Railroad Along the River" paddling event will be held from 10:00 am--2:00 pm, from Austin Park to the  Keosauqua Boat Ramp on the Lower Des Moines River

Uncover secrets, legends, & stories of the Underground Railroad in SE Iowa as you paddle along the Lower Des Moines River. Includes tour of the Pearson House, a confirmed station on the Railroad. This is an official Des Moines River Water Trails event, cosponsored by the Iowa DNR and Jefferson County Conservation. 

Pre-registration is required, participation limited. Some boats are available for loan. Children under age 16 must be accompanied by adult. Register at (641)-472-4421 or by emailing [email protected]. On facebook at  https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson-County-Conservation-719357308125209/

Funding Opportunities: Two Wildlife Diversity Grants, Applications Due Nov 1
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Stephanie Shepherd, Wildlife Diversity Biologist with the Iowa DNR, has shared the announcement of two separate grant programs of possible interest to our readers. Deadline for submittal of each is November 1, 2016. 
 
1) Small Research and Education Grants:  The maximum ask is $2500 and is for small wildlife diversity focused research and education projects.  Organizations that do environmental education or which have a small research question to answer should apply.  
 
2) Habitat Management Grants:  The maximum ask for this project is $7500 and is for on the ground habitat management projects that will benefit wildlife diversity.  Applicants should be organizations which manage land with wildlife conservation objectives.  .
 

If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie via email  [email protected] or by phone 515-432-2823.

A Quick Look At the 2016 IWTA Planning Calendar!  Have We Missed Something?

Sep 13-14; (Tue-Wed) Two-Day IDNR Canoe School for Naturalists and Trip Leaders, Briggs Woods Park, Hamilton County (Boone River). Oriented toward naturalists guiding groups on trips or conducting canoe instruction. About 1/3 classroom, and 2/3 on-water, focus is on skills, hazard and river feature identification, teaching to different learning styles, and risk management. This is for canoe only. Cost: $25 (you can camp, rent a cabin or stay in town at a motel). Maximum 10 participants (5 canoes). Instruction conducted by two American Canoe Association certified instructors. Directions to site: http://conservation.hamiltoncountyiowa.com/images/map/master-briggs-2-2-06.pdf  Info & registration: http://www.iowadnr.gov/Recreation/CanoeingKayaking/PaddlerResources/InstructionSafety.aspx 
Sep 14; Disabled Veteran Kayaking/Canoeing event at Riverside.  Volunteer-led opportunity for disabled Vets to experience paddling, often for the first time. Volunteers loan boats and gear, offer informal coaching, camaraderie, and safety presence. Paddling is an "enhanced activity" offered as part of the VA National TEE Tournament, held annually at Riverside Casino, Riverside, IA; TEE info at http://www1,.va.gov/opa/speceven/tee/index.aspVolunteers & boats needed; contact Volunteer Coordinator Tom Sabotta at [email protected]
Sep 14; "Happy Hour & Volunteer Recruitment" event, IRR & IEC, at Confluence Brewing Co. in Des Moines. Learn how you can help protect Iowa's water, land, & natural resources. Iowa Rivers Revival and Iowa Environmental Council are creating the "Service Squad," a volunteer corps designed to help with cleanup projects, community awareness, and networking. Event will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm at Confluence Brewing Co., 1235 Thomas Beck Rd., Des Moines, IA 50315. For more info, contact Molly Hanson at 515-309-3231.
Sep 15-18; Grand Opening of Indian Creek Nature Center "Amazing Space, Cedar Rapids. New completely sustainable 12,000 sq.ft. building will be site of 10th annual ICNC Paddle Day in Jan 2017. Detailed list of events for the 4-day grand opening at :  http://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/amazing-space-grand-opening
Sep 16; Full Moon. Friday, Sunrise 6:48, Sunset 7:13, Moonrise 7:23 CDT
Sep 17; IARVCP Iowa River Cleanup, Iowa City. Sturgis to Hills. Registration at http://www.iarvcp.org/. Event info available via Carol Sweeting [email protected] or 319-541-2385, or via Dan Ceynar, [email protected] 
Sep 17; Boone County 11th Annual "Dragoon River Romp," Des Moines River cleanup. Canoes and transportation provided, followed by lunch and awards. http://www.boonecounty.iowa.gov/ 
Sep 17; Constitution Day.
Sep 22; Autumnal Equinox, 1st Day of Autumn.
Sep 24; "Birding Basics" program, 9:00 am--Noon, Ely Ford Picnic Area at Lacey-Keosauqua State Park. Local birding experts Ray & Connie Morris will share birding basics, bird identification, and area birding "hot spots." Feel free to come and go during this "open house" style program. Official Des Moines River Water Trails event, cosponsored by the Iowa DNR and Jefferson County Conservation. Pre-registration is not required. For more info, call (641)-472-4421 or email [email protected]. On facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson-County-Conservation-719357308125209/
Sep 28; Best Time To View Planet Mercury. Low in eastern sky just before sunrise.

Oct TBD (Late Oct or Early Nov); "Dennis Wendel Mussel Move," Waterloo. Annual event to move mussels to deeper water following seasonal deflation of the downtown bladder dam on the Cedar River. City of Waterloo decides on date of reduction each year. Over 1,000 mussels were saved in 2015 by Cedar Valley Paddlers working withthe Chris Wendel family and mussel expert David Kesler.  CVP Coordinator Pam Wolter at 319-231-0541 or [email protected].
Oct 1; Jones CCB Fall Colors Paddle will feature "A Paddle Back Through History" on the South Fork of the Maquoketa River, Hwy 136 Access to Canton, 9:00-10:00 am Staging, 10:00 am On River. Travel back through history along 10 miles of the Maquoketa River, quietly passing by the long deserted but not forgotten town of Clay Mills.  View Iowa's beautiful fall colors, croplands, pastures, wooded bluffs, boulders, limestone outcroppings, and soaring cliffs. Enjoy a lunch break to stretch your legs on a sandbar and learn about the people and place that was once the small thriving community of Clay Mills. Limited number of canoes and equipment available. Pre-register by emailing or calling Michele at (319)481-7987 or [email protected] prior to noon, Sept. 30.
Oct 1 Walnut Creek Watershed Festival, Colby Park. Creek cleanup plus events, demonstrations, music, food, and activities for the whole family. Cleanup volunteers meet at the Colby Park Pavilion at 10:00 a.m.Follow Walnut Creek Watershed at:
Oct 6; The Iowa Environmental Council (IEC) Annual Conference, DMACC Ankeny Campus, titled "ECOnomics: Dollars, Sense and Sustainability." Event will explore the bond between our environment, communities and economy, and will feature keynote speaker Jon D. Erickson, fellow of the Gund Institute for Ecological Economics and professor at the Rubenstein School of Environmental and Natural Resources at the University of Vermont. Registration at http://www.iaenvironment.org/get-involved/council-events/annual-conference/2016-annual-conference-registration  For questions about exhibitor space, sponsorship opportunities, or other info, contact Communications & Outreach Director Katy Heggen at 515-244-1194 x210 or [email protected]
Oct 7; 35th Old Time & Blue Grass Festival Paddle Trip, Maquoketa River/Canton Access to Millerton Access (5.6 Miles), Noon till 4 PM, Eden Valley Refuge, Baldwin, Iowa. Meet at Eden Valley Refuge Nature Center at 11:45 to register and car pool to Millertown Access to deposit a shuttle vehicle. Launch at 12:30 pm. After supper, the park will fill with music around many campfires as the 35th Annual Old Time & Blue Grass Festival begins. Saturday features stage shows with various bands, a pot luck dinner at the Nature Center and more music into the night. You MUST REGISTER for the paddling event by calling 563-259-1876 by noon on the 30th of September.
Oct 7; Draconids Meteor Shower. Minor shower, peaking at only 10/hour.
Oct 8; "Freedom Float: The Underground Railroad Along the River" paddle, 10:00 am--2:00 pm, Austin Park to Keosauqua Boat Ramp. Uncover secrets, legends, & stories of the Underground Railroad in SE Iowa as you paddle along the Lower Des Moines River. Includes tour of the Pearson House, a confirmed station on the Railroad. Official Des Moines River Water Trails event, cosponsored by the Iowa DNR and Jefferson County Conservation. Pre-registration required, participation limited. Some boats available for loan. Children under age 16 must be accompanied by adult. Register at (641)-472-4421 or emailing [email protected]. On facebook at  https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson-County-Conservation-719357308125209/
Oct 8-9; 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/
Oct 10; Columbus Day.
Oct 15; Full Moon (Super Moon). Saturday, Sunrise 7:20, Sunset 6:24, Moonrise 6:29   CDT
Oct 15; Best Time To View Planet Uranus. Blue-green dot visible all night.
Oct 21-22; Orionids Meteor Shower. Average shower, peaking at 20 meteors /hour. 

Do you have WT-related events or planning info for 2016?
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