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SUMMARY:Moving Water Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:This is a great opportunity to learn safety on small rivers\, It’s not a white water clinic\, but you will learn self-rescue techniques such as what to do if you capsize\, how to avoid strainers\, swimming defensively and aggressively in fast water\, how to throw and catch a throw rope\, simple boat extraction with throw rope\, walking in fast water currents\, catching eddys\, ferrying in fast currents\, wet exits\, T rescues\, avoiding foot entrapments\, assisting a swimmer to shore\, bulldozing a boat to shore \, and emptying a boat full of water.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/moving-water-skills-clinic/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Park\, 6801 Cedar Hill Rd\, Cedar Hill\, MO\, 63016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
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SUMMARY:Annual Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:If want to refine your paddling skills\, meet new people\, and learn how to make it look easy\, this is the event for you! We teach how to paddle more effectively\, how to communicate on the water\, how to rescue yourself and others\, and how to have fun doing it. Our qualified instructors are all volunteers. That means that this event is the best value ever. It’s FREE to all who are members of both St. Louis Canoe and Kayak Club and ACA and costs just $11.50 for those who are not ACA members. (Usually\, instructors charge about $125 for a class.) Classes will be designed according to your needs. We have options that cover canoe\, kayak\, and sit-on-top\, and a kids’ class.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/annual-skills-clinic/
LOCATION:Council Bluff Lake\, Council Bluff Lake Kaolin Township\, Kaolin Township\, MO\, 63623\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T122533
CREATED:20260209T123655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T123655Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Paddling Skills Clinic- Beginning & Intermediate
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Paddling\nThe Mississippi River Water Trail Association is hosting our 3rd Annual Intro to Paddling Clinic in the calm backwaters of Ellis Bay within the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary on Saturday\, June 6\, 2026 from 8am-12pm.\nTHIS EVENT WILL OCCUR RAIN OR SHINE\, BUT WE WILL NOT PADDLE IN DANGEROUS CONDITIONS SUCH AS HIGH WINDS\, LIGHTENING\, OR TORNADO WARNINGS. AN EMAIL WILL BE SENT BY 7AM THE DAY OF THE EVENT IN THE EVENT OF CANCELATION. \nLearn basic strokes\, maneuvers\, rescue techniques and of course\, how to safely enter and exit a kayak. \nThis clinic is suitable for all levels including people completely new to padding as well as experienced kayakers who want to practice deep water rescues. We have use of a universally accessible kayak ramp should your knees or hips cause concern for getting into a vessel. \n*Participants must be 12 or older to participate in the skills clinic\, and should be comfortable paddling their own boat. \nWe have a limited number of kayaks to borrow.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/intro-to-paddling-skills-clinic-beginning-intermediate/
LOCATION:Ellis Bay at Riverlands\, 301 Riverlands Way\, West Alton\, IL\, 63386\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T200000
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SUMMARY:Al-Pint Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Missouri Paddling Coalition on Tuesday\, March 24\, 6-8pm\, at Alpine Shop Kirkwood for Al-Pint Night. Al-Pint Nights are a monthly happy hour series where good beer meets good causes. For $10\, you receive a limited-edition Alpine Shop pint glass and two pours from 4 Hands Brewing Company. Non-alcoholic options are always available. All proceeds from the evening go directly back to that night’s featured cause. We’ll serve up brews and information about all things paddling in Missouri\, including a guest speaker from the Missouri Whitewater Association.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/al-pint-night/
LOCATION:Alpine Shop Kirkwood\, 440 N Kirkwood Rd\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
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CREATED:20251020T100017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T100017Z
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SUMMARY:First Annual MOPadCo Film Fest and Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Social hour at 6 pm\nFilms start at 7 pm – Mud and Rooster Cogburn \nShane will have a full menu of food and snacks and his usual selection of great beer\, so come hungry and designate a driver or walk down to the riverfront to camp!\nCamping is available on the riverfront. There is quite a bit of room but it is first come first served. \nSaturday\, October 25\, 9 am – PADDLE HERMANN TO NEW HAVEN\nConnect with Paddle Stop Brewery directly for shuttle service $10.\nThis is a great opportunity to hang out\, share stories and generally have a blast.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/first-annual-mopadco-film-fest-and-paddle/
LOCATION:Paddle Stop Brewery\, 204 Front Street\, New Haven\, MO\, 63068\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T150000
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CREATED:20250630T154038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T172128Z
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SUMMARY:Race to the Dome
DESCRIPTION:You choose! 15.6 mile race on the Missouri River from Hartsburg or 27.6 mile race from Providence to Wilson Serenity Point at Noren Access in North Jefferson City. Hosted by Missouri River Relief.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/race-to-the-dome/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T170000
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SUMMARY:Paddle MO Ozarks 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore 21 miles of the Upper Meramec River during our fall 2025 educational river adventure\, October 3-5th! With Stream Teams United staff and volunteers as your support team\, and with lead on-water guides and educators Bill and Jody Miles of Earth’s Classroom\, we will paddle and explore the ecosystem of one of our nation’s most diverse rivers. We will headquarter at Indian Springs Family resort during the three day trip. Learn more and register at paddlemo.org.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/paddle-mo-ozarks-2025/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T100000
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SUMMARY:Gritty Growler
DESCRIPTION:23.5 miles on the Missouri River\, starting on the Gasconade\, paddlers and fans alike will enjoy cold drinks\, hot food\, and good fun at the finish inside Paddle Stop Brewery. \nAverage finish times are 2.5-3 hours.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/gritty-growler/
LOCATION:Gasconade Boat Ramp\, Gasconade\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Race
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T130000
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SUMMARY:Great Rivers Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/great-rivers-rendezvous/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T170000
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CREATED:20250630T152956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T172013Z
UID:277-1757754000-1758128400@mopaddling.org
SUMMARY:Paddle MO 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the Missouri Stream Team Coalition on our 10th annual Paddle MO educational river adventure\, Sept. 13-17\, 2025! There are weekend only\, 3-day\, and 5-day trip options. With Stream Teams United staff and volunteers\, and with lead on-water guides and educators\, Bill and Jody
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/paddle-mo-2025/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T120000
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UID:447-1757147400-1757160000@mopaddling.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Kayak the Cuivre - Hosted by City of Old Monroe
DESCRIPTION:Location start is at Heitman’s Launch about 1 mile down East Sycamore Road in Old Monroe\, MO \nCheck-in is from 8:30am to 9am; race starts at 9:30am \nThere will be multiple categories and prizes for winners in each category!  Finisher medals and refreshments will be provided for all racers and there will be an end of event drawing for prizes (must be present to be in the drawing).  There will also be Kayak the Cuivre t-shirts and tumblers available for purchase. Also\, be sure and follow us on Facebook for event updates.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/7th-annual-kayak-the-cuivre-hosted-by-city-of-old-monroe/
LOCATION:Heitman’s Launch\, East Sycamore Road\, Old Monroe\, MO\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T170000
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CREATED:20250630T152224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T170922Z
UID:276-1755936000-1755968400@mopaddling.org
SUMMARY:Race for the Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Twenty mile race starting from Weldon Spring Ramp ending at Blanchette Landing in St Charles. Thirty mile race starting at Klondike and ending at St Charles.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/race-for-the-rivers/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260727T122533
CREATED:20250630T105247Z
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UID:224-1754726400-1754751600@mopaddling.org
SUMMARY:Firecracker Race
DESCRIPTION:15 mile kayak / canoe / SUP race on the Mississippi River from Grafton to Alton.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/firecracker-race/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Race
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260727T122533
CREATED:20250630T154601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T171134Z
UID:282-1751875200-1752253200@mopaddling.org
SUMMARY:Missouri American Water MR340
DESCRIPTION:20th Annual Missouri American Water MR340 July 8-11\, 2025\, pre-race check in on July 7\, 2025. This race is the world’s longest nonstop paddle race; spanning 340 miles from Kaw Point in Kansas City to the Lewis & Clark Boathouse and Muesum in St Charles. The event is a fundraiser for the nonprofit Missouri River Relief.
URL:https://mopaddling.org/event/mr340/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Race
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