2010 Louisa County Paddling Events
If your group is planning a paddle/float and you wish to invite anyone to join you, email your info to: info@naturallylouisacounty.com
More detailed information will be added as it becomes available.
May 9: Mother’s Day on the Marsh
June 5: Odessa Trail Paddle
June 25: Full Moon Paddle - new date!
July 17: Iowa River Float - cancelled due to high water!!!
September 25: Iowa River Paddle & Water Trail Dedication
Full Moon Paddle
When: Friday, June 25, 2010 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Where: Odessa Wildlife Complex, Schafer Access
How to register: Online registration or Call 319-523-8381; Required by June 23
Cost: $20/canoe or $15/person for single kayak; no fee if you have your own boat (donations to water trail program accepted)
What: Enjoy Odessa by the light of the moon. This guided kayak and canoe trip on the Odessa Water Trail will be an adventurous paddle winding through the Odessa Wildlife Area. Participants can also camp at the nearby Snively Access Campground, if they choose (regular camping fees apply).
Download packet including waiver form (fill out and bring with you to paddling event)
Mothers Day on the Marsh
When: Sunday, May 9, 2010, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Where: Indian Slough Wildlife Area
How to register: Use online registration form or call 319-523-8381, required by May 4
Cost:$20/canoe or $15/kayak; no fee if you have your own boat (donations to water trail program accepted)
What: Come see the mothers on the marsh - ducks, geese, blackbirds, swallows and more will all be busy preparing nests for their spring broods. Indian Slough provides a perfect opportunity to get a close look at the birds and other wildlife. Local naturalists will lead this 1 1/2 to 2 hour trip. Put-in and take-out will be from the Main Access. A limited number of canoes and kayaks will be available from the Louisa County Conservation Board - register early to get yours reserved!
Download packet including waiver form (fill out and bring with you to paddling event)
Odessa Water Trail paddle
When: Saturday, June 5, 2010, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Odessa Water Trail
How to register: Use online registration form or call 319-523-8381
Cost: $20/canoe or $15/kayak; no fee if you have your own boat (donations to water trail program accepted)
What: Explore the scenic and winding Burris Ditch on Odessa Beginning and ending at Toolesboro. We'll stop along the way for lunch before heading back. This is a great trail for wildlife watching!
Download packet including waiver form (fill out and bring with you to paddling event)
Iowa River Float cancelled due to high water!!!
When: Saturday, July 17, 2010, time TBA
Where: TBA
How to register: Use online registration form or call 319-523-8381
Cost: $20/canoe or $15/kayak; no fee if you have your own boat (donations to water trail program accepted)
What: Float the Iowa - details TBA!
Iowa River Paddle
When: Saturday, September 25, 2010, time TBA
Where: Sturgis Ferry Park, Iowa City, Hills Access, River Junction Access
How to register: Use online registration form (Available August 1) or call 319-523-8381
Cost: $20/canoe or $15/kayak; no fee if you have your own boat (donations to water trail program accepted)
What: Though details are still being worked out, plans are to hold an early morning float from Sturgis Ferry Park in Iowa City to Hills Access (9.5 miles). The ceremony will be late morning (timed so the paddlers can attend, of course). A second paddle will start from Hills Access and go to River Junction Access (9.8 miles).
For more information about the Iowa River Water Trail go to: www.IowaRiverWaterTrail.com
