July 18, 2015, Saturday - Birds of the River Paddle with Wilderness Inquiry

Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm 

Starting Location: North Mississippi Regional Park Kroening Interpretive Center (View Map)
Ending Location: Boom Island Park (View Map)

Birds of the River Paddle with Wilderness Inquiry

National Park Service Ranger and bird expert Sharon Stiteler will be the lead interpreter on this paddle. (Check out her bird blog - www.birdchick.com!) This trip will take you from North Mississippi Regional Park to Boom Island. See a heron rookery in action, osprey nests, and experience true urban birding in the heart of downtown Minneapolis!

Day trips are an introductory half-day canoe experience on the Mighty Mississippi River. They're a great way for you and your family to experience our community and its wild places from a whole new vantage point. Fee: $45

Day trips are a great way to experience the great outdoors right in your own backyard. We'll provide voyageur canoes, staff, all equipment and shuttles. These trips involve and engage everyone regardless of their age, ability, or previous outdoor experience.

Parking is available at North Mississippi Regional Park near the playground and picnic area. A free shuttle will be provided at the end. You should be back to your cars around 1 p.m.

Address for North Mississippi Regional Park playground/picnic area entrance: 5132 North Mississippi Drive, Minneapolis.