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Photo: Kentucky Department Fish and Wildlife
The Canoemobile is coming back to Shawnee and Riverview Parks on Oct. 4-5 for its eighth year on the banks of the Ohio River.
The Canoemobile allows residents ages three and older to take guided trips in 24-foot canoes on the Ohio River. Canoe trips are free. Participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian in order to participate. No advance sign-ups are required, wavers can be signed on-site or brought with the participants.
This free event is designed for individuals and families who are new to canoeing to experience the water in safe and stable voyageur canoes which hold 10 to 15 people.
All safety equipment and trained staff are provided. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet; no flip flops please.
All safety equipment and trained staff are provided by Wilderness Inquiry.
Complimentary t-shirts will be given to those who participate, while supplies last. For more information, call (502) 368-6856.
Waivers for Participation:
SCHEDULE:
Friday, October 4, 2019
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Shawnee Park
4501 West Broadway
Saturday, October 5, 2019
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Riverview Park
8202 Greenwood Road
Photo: Kentucky Department Fish and Wildlife
Due to high water on the Ohio River, this weekend’s Canoemobile on Oct. 5-6 will be relocated to McNeely Lake Park, 10500 Cedar Lake Road . The Canoemobile allows residents ages three and older to take guided trips in 24-foot canoes on the Ohio River.
Canoe trips are free. Participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian in order to participate. No advance sign-ups are required, wavers can be signed on-site or brought with the participants.
This free event is designed for individuals and families who are new to canoeing to experience the water in safe and stable voyageur canoes which hold 10 to 15 people. All safety equipment and trained staff are provided. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet; no flip flops please. All safety equipment and trained staff are provided by Canoe Kentucky.
Complimentary t-shirts will be given to those who participate. For more information, call (502) 368-6856.
Waivers for Participation:
SCHEDULE:
Friday, October 5, 2018
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
McNeely Lake Park
10500 Cedar Lake Road
Saturday, October 6, 2018
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
McNeely Lake Park
10500 Cedar Lake Road
Photo: Kentucky Department Fish and Wildlife
The Canoemobile is coming back to Shawnee and Riverview Parks on Oct. 5-6 for its seventh year on the banks of the Ohio River.
The Canoemobile allows residents ages three and older to take guided trips in 24-foot canoes on the Ohio River. Canoe trips are free. Participants under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian in order to participate. No advance sign-ups are required, wavers can be signed on-site or brought with the participants.
This free event is designed for individuals and families who are new to canoeing to experience the water in safe and stable voyageur canoes which hold 10 to 15 people. All safety equipment and trained staff are provided. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing that can get wet; no flip flops please.
All safety equipment and trained staff are provided by Canoe Kentucky.
Complimentary t-shirts will be given to those who participate. For more information, call (502) 368-6856.
Waivers for Participation:
SCHEDULE:
Friday, October 5, 2018
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Shawnee Park
4501 West Broadway
Saturday, October 6, 2018
10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Riverview Park
8202 Greenwood Road
