Morning Solstice Paddle
Busse Lake Boating Center E Higgins Rd/Rte 72, east of I-290/Hwy 53Celebrate the summer solstice by paddling Busse South Pool. Ages 5 & up. Registration Required:Call North/Northwest Zone at 773-758-8899
Friends of the Forest Preserves: Paddling at Kickapoo
Halsted St, south of W 144th St Halsted St, south of W 144th St, Riverdale, IL, United StatesEnjoy an afternoon out paddling. Registration Required:Email Jessica Becker at jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov or call 312-415-2970
Firecracker Race – Mississippi River
We are moving the Firecracker Race date back to where it all started, close to Independence Day. The Firecracker Race will again be held on the Mississippi River on Saturday…
STARVED ROCK GUIDED KAYAK TOUR
starved rock state park Ottawa, Illinois, United StatesCOME 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…
The DamYak Challenge
1202 Riverside Drive, McHenry, IL 1202 Riverside Drive,, McHenry, ILJoin us for an exciting and adventurous day at the DamYak Challenge! Get ready to paddle, race, and have a blast with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. This in-person event will take place…
Full Moon Paddle
Tower Road Boat Launch West of Forestway Dr., Cook County, United StatesJoin in an exclusive after-hours moonlit paddle through the Skokie Lagoons. Ages 8 and up.
LEISURELY PADDLE
Lemont Quarries Lemont, IL, United StatesThis 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…
Plant and Paddle
Kickapoo Woods Halsted St, south of W 144th St, Riverdale, IL, United StatesRe-plant the river and learn about water conservation with Friends of the Chicago River. Register at aanderson@chicagoriver.org.
History of the Lagoons Paddle
Tower Road Boat Launch West of Forestway Dr., Cook County, United StatesExplore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided. In partnership with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak. Registration Required:Call North/Northwest Zone at 773-758-8899
Floatzilla 2024
Lake Potter in Sunset Park Rock Island, IL Rock Island, IL, United StatesFloatzilla 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,…
KISHWAUKEE RIVER SOUTH BRANCH (BASELINE TO KINGSTON)
Baseline Road to Kingston Genoa, IL, United StatesDay 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…
Twilight Canoe
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Rd, Barrington, IL, United StatesExplore the wonders of the lake. Ages 18 and up. Registration Required:Call Crabtree Nature Center at 847-381-6592