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Three Water Trails Open This Week Across Iowa
Three water trails are opening this week, and more will be scheduled as completion of others nears. More than 1,000 river miles have been developed or are currently being developed as water trails since the program launched in 2006. This week's events are scheduled on the Des Moines, Wapsipinicon, and Boone rivers. Ceremonies involve short speeches by dignitaries and an award of certificate presented to the water trail group by a DNR official. "It's a nice way to recognize all the hard work that has been accomplished and at the same time draw attention to the newly established water trail," said Nate Hoogeveen, river programs coordinator. DNR water trails will include low impact accesses, directional signage, informational kiosks, and a brochure with a map that assists with navigation. "It's our hope that this infrastructure will offer convenient access to and foster a greater appreciation for our rivers," said John Wenck, river programs outreach coordinator. The public is invited to these water trail grand openings. Other activities, such as organized floats, are being planned at these events, so be sure to contact your local conservation office for more information. The ceremony for the Des Moines River Water Trail in Polk County is scheduled for 5 p.m., on June 5, at Prospect Park, in Des Moines. Contact Polk County Conservation Board (CCB) for more information at 515-323-5300. The Boone River designation is scheduled for 9:30 a.m., June 6, at Riverside Park, in Webster City. Contact the Hamilton CCB for more information, at 515-832-9570. The Wapsipinicon River designation is scheduled for 1 p.m., June 6 at the Bathing Beach, Independence. There is a pre-ceremony celebration and access dedication scheduled at Littleton at 8:30 a.m. followed by a float down the river. Contact the Buchanan CCB for more information at 319-636-2617.
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