Paddle With A Ranger: Saint Paul

Mississippi Park Connection and the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area

Pickerel Lake is a wonderful location to be introduced to the world of paddling.

Pickerel Lake at Lilydale Regional Park

Experts from the National Park Service will provide instruction and equipment for an adventure on the water for a wide range of experience and ability levels. Adaptive paddling equipment is available, including hand adaptions for people who can grip a kayak paddle but need added support, or specialized outriggers attached to boats for balance assistance. If you would benefit from the use of adaptive equipment, please contact Ranger Kyle when you purchase your ticket at: kyle_just@nps.gov. Attendees must be 18+. A person under 18 years old may attend if they are in a tandem kayak with an adult from the same household.

Please note when ordering tickets: double (tandem) kayaks are for 2 people from the same household only. "Household" is defined as people who feel safe being in very close proximity to each other. You must purchase a ticket for each person. COVID-19 Safety Protocol: <ul><li>Social Distance: Keep a distance of 6+ feet from anyone who is not a part of your household at the event, including the park ranger.</li><li>Mask: Wear a mask upon arrival and when around other participants and the park ranger, even when you are 6 feet apart. You may remove your mask when you are out on the lake at a safe distance from others. Wear your mask when taking your kayak out of the water and at any time that you are near other participants or the park ranger.</li><li>Avoid touching other participant’s equipment. We encourage you to bring your own hand sanitizer.</li><li>Sanitation: The kayak, paddle, and life jacket will be sanitized by Paddle Share staff prior to the event, with CDC-approved cleaning agents. Staff will sanitize the equipment for you after the event so it is ready for the next user. All Paddle Share equipment has a 36-hour break in between uses.</li><li>We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave who intentionally does not adhere to these safety guidelines. This is in the best interest and safety of other participants and the park ranger. <a href="https://www.paddleshare.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Paddle Share</a> is a great option for those who would like to paddle the Mississippi River without these restrictions of a group setting.</li></ul>

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