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2022 Racing Champion to be Awarded at the Gathering of the Paddlers

October 18, 2022

Contributed by Kevin Bradley and Don Mueggenborg The IPC is a proud sponsor of recreational canoe and kayak racing in Illinois. We help to get the word out about racing and racing season but also track points and award trophies…

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The launch of the wes block on the river

Newest Boat Launch Completed at Wes Block Landing on the Pecatonica River

October 18, 2022

Contributed by Roger Schamberger and Joe Ginger This past August, the Friends of the Pecatonica River Foundation completed a new kayak launch at Wes Block landing. Wes Block landing is 6 upriver miles from Tutty’s Crossing landing in Freeport. Using…

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Illinois Cleans Up Our Rivers During “It’s Our River Day” Events

October 18, 2022

By Various Contributors This year, from late August and all through September, paddle clubs from around the state enlisted local volunteers to host “It’s Our River Day” cleanups. From the Sangamon to the Fox, and the Mackinaw to the DuPage,…

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