Boone County - IA issued the following announcement.
Buck Moonlight Canoe Float
Date: 07/24/2021 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Location:Don Williams Recreation Area
610 H Ave
Ogden, Iowa 50212
Introduction: Paddle Don Williams by the light of the Buck Full Moon
Meet at the Marina boat ramp near the Lodge by the Lake/Bait Shop at Don Williams Park near Ogden
Learn basic canoe paddling skills
Paddle around Don Williams Lake by the light of the moon
Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet, bring a bottle of water, a snack, and a sweatshirt or fleece if wanted.
County Conservation provides the canoes, paddles, and personal flotation devices (life jackets): Youth (50-90 lbs) and Adult sizes are available
8 canoes are available with room for up to 3 people each. Reserve your spot in advance.
Participants with their own paddling gear (i.e. canoes, kayaks, paddles, PFD's, etc.) are welcome to bring these items and use them instead of the county equipment.
Click this link to view a copy of the General Waiver that participants will need to sign
*Because this is an outdoor event, masks will not be required, but also not discouraged.*
Contact the Boone County Naturalist in advance to sign up for this program:
Katie Healy, Naturalist
Boone County Conservation Board
610 H Ave Ogden, IA
Office: 515-353-4237
Cell: 515-230-3285
Email: khealy@boonecounty.iowa.gov
Original source can be found here.
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