Fall Colors Paddle

Fall Colors Paddle

Saturday, October 24

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Kickapoo Woods, 14498 S Halsted St.;Riverdale, IL

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This is a free event sponsored by the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

 

Bask in the beautiful colors of autumn leaves while we gently paddle our way through one of the Calumet region’s most beautiful Forest Preserves. In addition to the fall colors, paddlers often see wildlife like great blue herons, egrets, turtles and even the occasional mink. You never know what you might see!

Friends’ trusty canoe guides will help everyone safely load in and out of the canoes, answer questions about the river along the way and act as safety monitors on the water. We provide all equipment, paddling instruction, and safety talk. Trips start and end from the same location, rain or shine! Space is limited, registration required.

Friends is grateful for the support of the Forest Preserves of Cook County who are sponsoring this trip, ensuring everyone the opportunity to paddle. To accommodate as many people as possible, we are booking spots for paddle spots and spots to sit in the middle of the canoe. Participants will take turns paddling as needed for everyone who wants to paddle to get a turn.

Please dress for the weather, hats and closed toed shoes encouraged. Please bring your own water. Personal items like sunscreen, sunglasses, cameras, etc, are welcome, a watertight bag is encouraged. Beginners are welcome, no experience paddling necessary! Paddlers should be at least 10 years old and all minors paddle with a guardian (younger river friends 5 and up can join in by sitting in the middle – no need to register them). If you think you may need special accommodations for mobility concerns, please reach out and discuss them with us so we can be prepared to accommodate you to the best of our ability. Click here for other trip FAQs.