Join Friends of the Mississippi River for an exciting two-day paddling and pedaling challenge on one of the world’s great rivers! Canoe, kayak or row 44 miles through the heart of the Twin Cities from the Coon Rapids Dam to Grey Cloud Island, or bicycle a Saturday-only route starting and ending at Historic Fort Snelling. Raise money to protect and enhance our river. The Mississippi River Challenge promises a unique excursion: pass through locks, paddle with voyageurs and camp overnight inside Historic Fort Snelling! Participate in the only pledge event of its type in the upper Midwest.

Visit www.mississippiriverchallenge.org to find out more and sign up!

Not up for paddling or pedaling?

Volunteers are critical to the success of this event. Shifts range from three to four hours throughout the weekend, at locations all along the Twin Cities River Corridor. For more information, visit the Challenge volunteering page, or contact Challenge Volunteer Coordinator Sara Muchowski at 651-222-2193 x23 or through our contact form. Read more…