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2024 Gathering of the Paddlers The Illinois Paddling Council Annual Dinner Southern Belle’s Pancake House, Yorkville, Illinois Home of the Marge Cline Whitewater Course Saturday, September 28. Doors open: 5:30, Dinner 6:00. Program: 6:15 to 8 PURCHASE DINNER TICKETS HERE…
Read MoreFloatzilla is a community of people who love the water and all the adventure it brings. So join us and be a part of the Floatzilla family! Welcome to Floatzilla, the largest paddle event on the Mississippi! Held annually in…
Read MoreDay trip Details: A lovely section of the Kishwaukee River South Branch through farms & forest. It is a 9 mile paddle. We will stop for lunch at Citizens Park in Genoa. Bring a drink, lunch, PFD, and dress appropriately…
Read MoreThis is a leisurely flatwater paddle. The Lemont Heritage Quarries are three interconnected quarries, connected by hidden channels. They are surprisingly scenic for former stone quarries. This trip is intended for people who don’t want to paddle for several hours,…
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COME WITH US & SEE WHAT HIKERS CAN’T SEE! Looking for an unforgettable adventure that combines the thrill of kayaking with the stunning natural beauty of Starved Rock? Look no further than our guided kayak tour! With expert guides to…
Read MoreBy Scott Hays In early 2024, the Paddler’s Access to Rivers bill was introduced in the Illinois House by Representative Janet Yang-Rohr of Naperville. Although 98% of 750 paddlers responding to our recent IPC survey supported the bill, it never…
Read MoreBy Don Mueggenborg Kids. Boats. Experienced paddlers. Good combination. Several years ago, the St Charles Canoe Club was asked to help out at the first Kids in Boats sponsored by the Aurora Township. Betsy Bellario, a member of the St…
Read MoreSAVE THE DATE! The Illinois Paddling Council’s annual dinner will be Saturday, September 28th 2024, at Southern Belle’s in Yorkville. Located off 47, just a few miles south of the Marge Cline Whitewater Park, we will be meeting close to…
Read MoreBy Jennifer Satorius September is Waterway Clean-up Month in Illinois! Join the Illinois Paddling Council in celebrating Waterway Clean Up Month this September! Trash can be harmful to fish and other wildlife that live in and around our rivers, as…
Read MoreBy Don Mueggenborg Over 600 people registered for the 67th Annual Des Plaines River Race with Canoe, Kayak and SUP classes; it is the longest running single day race in the USA. Paddlers came from 10 states, as far away…
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