Event Calendar

Are you new or newer to paddling, or just want to improve your existing kayak skills? Join us for this 2-day training class where you will learn paddle strokes, maneuvers, river hazards, how to plan a trip, self-rescues and more. The skills class is a prerequisite for becoming a Level 2 Instructor, but anyone is

Are you proficient with ACA Level Two River Kayaking Skills and now ready to learn how to teach these skills to others after a skills assessment? This 3-day course with Tom Burroughs of will review river kayaking skills then focus on requirements and assessment to be a skilled kayak instructor. Be prepared to get wet

This introductory paddling course is for those who have never paddled or are somewhat new to paddling and want to learn how to safely get in and out of a kayak from shore or dock, basic strokes such as forward, back, sweep (turn) and stop, and want to know what to do if you are

Join us on the evening of August 21st at 6:00pm for an easy paddle on the Mississippi River to get a view of the sunset.  We will launch from Piasa Creek Access that is on the Great River Road at the intersection of Hazelnut Road and IL Hwy 100.  We will be on the water

St Louis Elks Lodge #9 & The St Louis Elks Lodge #9 Veteran's Service Committee is hosting our Kayak with a Vet on Sunday September 8th at the Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park Tremayne Shelter from 11a-3p. There will be an opening ceremony from 11-11:30a. Mississippi River Water Trail members will be assisting with this

It's time for another Mississippi Meanderings, the annual celebration of paddling and big rivers sponsored by the Mississippi River Water Trail Association. This year's event is all about music and the Mississippi River. Please pre-register by visiting the Event Registration Page. MRWTA Board member Dean Klinkenberg will kick off the event with an overview of

Please join us for our Annual Meeting of The Mississippi River Water Trail Association for ALL volunteers and members. We will have our annual meeting, dinner on us, and lots of time to mingle with fellow river people. You are welcome to bring your significant other. Space is limited so please RSVP to board@mississippiriverwatertrail.org.

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.