Event Calendar

The Mississippi River Water Trail Association is hosting our 2nd Annual Intro to Paddling Clinic in the calm backwaters of Ellis Bay within the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Saturday, June 7th. Learn basic strokes, maneuvers, rescue techniques and of course, how to safely enter and exit a kayak. This clinic is suitable for all

Come out and Kayak with us for FREE on June 28th from noon to 5pm at Drost Park in Maryville IL.  We provide the boats, gear, safety personnel, all we need is you. Pre-registration is required by calling 618-223-8965 beginning in May. You will be assigned an hour during the day to kayak on the

Come out and race with us 15 miles downriver from Grafton to Alton.  End the race at the Alton marina and Riverfront Park.  Our award ceremony will be at the Old Bakery Beer Company in Alton after the race.  Registration for this event will be available soon. For more details visit our race page.

Join the Mississippi River Water Trail Association for a guided paddle down the Mississippi River ending at the Mississippi Earthtones Festival in Alton, IL. We will offer multiple paddle distances, boat rentals, safety boaters, shuttles to the start points and fun swag! Registration and boat rentals OPEN! To register, Click on Great Rivers Rendezvous under