Kayak Tours on Lewis and Clark River

Hop in a two person watercraft and paddle along the lush riverbanks of the Lewis and Clark River. See bald eagles soar while you calmly float through history and hear a unique perspective of Lewis and Clark National Historical Park.The themes of these three hour ranger-led paddles will inlcude various natural and cultural topics geared for all interests.

• Tours will run Thursday through Sunday during the summer. Tours will start on June 24, 2017 and run through September 3, 2017.

• Each participant must have their own ticket for the tour.

• The park will provide water craft, paddles, and life jackets however, if you are a special size you may want to bring your own.

• Children age 10 and up are welcome. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. (2 children = 2 adults)Participation Requirements:

• Each child must be 10 years or older, must meet the requirements below, must be accompanied by an adult, and be able to paddle without assistance

• Physically able to complete a three hour paddle

• Have basic swimming skills

• Not afraid of falling into the water

• Life jackets will be worn properly at all times during the paddle and only taken off when on land.

• Participants exhibiting intoxicated or inappropriate behavior will be asked to leave.

• Please no pets or comfort animals.

• Individual liabilty forms will need to be signed upon arrival.

• The paddle could be canceled because of inclement or unsafe weather conditions.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. The first 30 minutes will be a safety and boat use orientation.If the participant(s) miss this orientation then the reservation will be canceled.Participants should dress according to the weather.

• Footwear must be worn at all times; footwear that attaches to the front of the foot and around the heel; no flip flops or high heels.

• Clothing that can get wet

• Layers and protective clothing such as windbreakers

• Hat and Sunglasses, Water (a bottle for each person), snacks, sunscreen and insect repellent.

• Change of clothes and towel to be left in the participant's vehicle in case participant gets wet.