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Stay safe paddling this 4th of July holiday weekend

• 6/27/2023 4:34:00 PM
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Iowa lakes and rivers will be busy with paddlers this long holiday weekend.

Stay safe paddling this 4th of July holiday weekend

• 6/28/2022 3:13:00 PM
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Iowa lakes and rivers will be busy with paddlers this long holiday weekend.

DNR staff to discuss boating, paddling and safety at Altoona’s Bass Pro Shops May 15 and 22

• 5/11/2021 1:18:00 PM
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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have boating, padding and safety experts at Bass Pro Shops, in Altoona, May 15 and May 22, to talk with customers about lifejackets, safety and Iowa’s upcoming season on the water.

South Skunk River to be designated as a State Water Trail

• 6/25/2020 1:08:00 PM
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The Iowa DNR will officially designate the South Skunk River in Story County as a State Water Trail on Wednesday, June 24.

Floating the river is an Iowa summertime tradition

• 7/12/2016 12:37:00 PM
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Swimming, canoeing and floating the river on tubes is a summertime tradition in Iowa. But as relaxing and enjoyable as a river float is, it does come with an element of risk.

River History Series Kicks Off as a Part of Water Trails Regional Planning Effort in Des Moines

• 1/5/2016 9:36:00 AM
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The confluence of the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers has attracted humans for at least 7,200 years, from hunter-gatherers living in small houses along the river, to prehistoric mound builders, to soldiers exploring the area, to a growing metropolis.

4 Before-You–Go Tips for Kayak Camping (and 7 Destinations)

• 7/29/2015 8:30:00 AM
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Kayaking is a great way to explore the state and get some exercise, but if you intend to stay the night at a paddle-in only campsite, you have to pack thoughtfully. Check out the advice below, approved by DNR paddling expert and instructor Todd Robertson, to help you start camping comfortably with your kayak. And remember, always check water levels before you go.

Paddle Up To These Secluded Campsites

• 6/19/2015 11:02:00 AM
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The self-reliant can take advantage of several remote paddle-in primitive campsites, get surrounded by nature and leave other humans behind. The locations make for a Boundary Waters-like experience in Iowa.

Five water trails to explore this fall

• 9/4/2014 10:11:00 AM
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If you’re looking to blaze a new trail this fall, consider hitting the water for something different. Iowa boasts a number of water trails, which offer a unique perspective on Iowa in autumn, from changing fall colors to wildlife.