ONE MORE CLEAN-UP OCT 2nd

Cory Lee Diedrich

The weather is supposed to be nice again this Wednesday October 2nd, so we are sneaking in another river cleanup. Let's meet at the Big Sioux River off Minnesota Ave in the far east parking lot of Yankton Trails. The river is especially bad from Minnesota to Cliff. We will exit at Cliff Ave. Please try to meet as close to 5pm as possible so we shuttle and still get time on the river. Let me know if you have questions, or call Dave @ 605-366-6844.

SDCKA TO HOST ANOTHER SIOUX RIVER CLEAN-UP

Wednesday, September 25

Big Sioux River Clean-up – Sioux Falls

Meet at the 26^th Street Canoe Access (26^th & I-229) at 5:30pm. We will paddle up-river and work our way back. If you don’t have a boat, we’ll also be cleaning-up the wetland area at 26^th Street.

Reply to this email or call 605-864-9011 with questions.

SDCKA also participated in the first annual Mayor’s Big Sioux River Water Summit held in Sioux Falls last week. Press coverage from the event can be found here:

KSFY: http://www.ksfy.com/story/23385589/huether

SDPB: http://listen.sdpb.org/post/big-sioux-water-quality-examined

Hey all

Dave and Mary are planning a moon light trip at 7:30PM Saturday September 21st above the dam in Garretson City Park. Anyone wishing to join us is more than welcome. Hope to see you there. If you have any questions you can call Dave @ 605-366-6844 .

SIOUX RIVER CLEAN UP

SDCKA will be hosting two upcoming river clean-ups. We’d love to have a good turnout for both events. If you’ve paddled this stretch lately, you’ve noticed the large amount of trash that has become stuck in the downed trees and river bank. Any help that you can provide is greatly appreciated!

Wednesday, September 18

Big Sioux River Clean-up – Sioux Falls

Meet at Farm Field Park (57^th & Western) at 5:30pm. This on-the-water clean-up will focus on the area around Yankton Trail Park.  Be prepared to get dirty.

Wednesday, September 25

Big Sioux River Clean-up – Sioux Falls

Meet at the 26^th Street Canoe Access (26^th & I-229) at 5:30pm. We will paddle up-river and work our way back. If you don’t have a boat, we’ll also be cleaning-up the wetland area at 26^th Street.

Reply to this email or call 605-864-9011 with questions.

SDCKA also participated in the first annual Mayor’s Big Sioux River Water Summit held in Sioux Falls last week. Press coverage from the event can be found here:

KSFY: http://www.ksfy.com/story/23385589/huether

SDPB: http://listen.sdpb.org/post/big-sioux-water-quality-examined

SIOUX RIVER CLEAN UP

SDCKA Need volunteers for river clean-up on Wednesday September 18th and again on September 25th. We will meet at 5:30 PM at Farm Field park just west of Western Ave. on 57th across from the Dairy Queen. Please let know if you can make it so we know how many canoes to bring. HOPE TOHAVE LOTS OF HELP SO LET US KNOW. YOU CAN CALL DAVE @ 605-366-6844 or put on SDCKA FACE BOOK.

Upcoming Events: Sept 2013

Saturday, September 7

Missouri River Cruise - Clay County Park to Bolton

Join area river enthusiasts for an outing on the Missouri National Recreational River Water Trail. The route will be from Clay County Park near Vermillion, SD to the Bolton boat ramp near Burbank, SD. Meet at Clay County Park at 9:00 AM. Bring your own water, snacks, and sunscreen. No guide service will be provided, you must be able to navigate on your own.

For event questions contact: Jarett Bies 605-941-4940 jbies0341@hotmail.com

Monday, September 9

Mayor’s Big Sioux River Water Summit (Sioux Falls)

SDCKA has been chosen as a stakeholder in the upcoming Big Sioux River Summit, which will include a booth during the event to promote our organization. We’ll also host kayak rides (tandem) for participants at the Downtown River Greenway. We are looking for volunteers to help out during the event, which runs from 3-5:30pm. If you are unable to volunteer, you’re invited to attend Mayor Huether’s Listening Session on the Water Issues/Big Sioux River, which will be held that evening at the Orpheum Theater.

More information can be found here: http://www.siouxfalls.org/news/2013/August/13/water-summit.aspx

Saturday, September 14

Missouri River Clean-Up (Clay County Park, Vermillion)

Come join the National Park Service at the Clay County Park Boat Ramp for a Missouri River Clean-up. Lunch, gloves and PFDs will be provided. 8am to noon.

Upcoming Events: August 2013

JOIN US!

Saturday, August 3

The Outdoor Campus – East (Sioux Falls)

Outdoor University

9am-4pm

Come help SDCKA introduce people to paddle sports! We’ll be assisting individuals into kayaks and get them started. The event runs from 9am-4pm. We could use volunteers throughout the day. 1 hour or the full day, we’d love to have you help! Please us know if you can help. 

http://gfp.sd.gov/outdoor-learning/outdoor-campus/east/classes-and-events/outdoor-university.aspx

Thursday, August 8

Sanford Accessibility Program Kayaking Event    

Covell Lake – Sioux Falls

6pm

SDCKA is assisting with the Sanford Accessibility Program as they take patients out kayaking for the first time! Come on out and help support or assist us on the water or from the shore.

Saturday, August 17

Yankton Riverboat Days Kayak Run

2pm

SDCKA is proud to support a new kayak race this year during Riverboat Days. Head down to Yankton and try a good beginner race. 6.5 miles down the Missouri River is a great way to be introduced to kayak racing.

Registration deadline is August 10. More information can be found here: http://yrbdkayakevent.blogspot.com/

Saturday, August 17

Downtown Sioux Falls River Fest

7-11pm

Once you’ve completed your race in Yankton, join us downtown Sioux Falls for a fun evening on the water. Bring your boat anytime during the evening and paddle up and down the Big Sioux River. Live music, food vendors and thousands of people will be along the River Greenway. How many opportunities do you get to decorate your boat with lighting (optional), paddle at night downtown and watch fireworks from your boat! Come anytime during the evening. Launch either from the River Greenway Ramp (might be busy) or from behind Killian College downriver.

http://www.dtsf.com/events/details/downtown-riverfest/

Sunday, August 18

River clean-up – Downtown Sioux Falls

1pm

Keep your boat on your vehicle and join us Sunday for a river clean-up. We’ll meet at the River Greenway Canoe/Kayak Access next to Cherapa Place and work our way to Fawick Park.