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June 6, 2026
Birding, Boats, & Botany
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2.5 hour/5-mile paddle from Watertrail Ventures to Hacklander along with a Birding or Flora expert guide. This will be a staggered launch, we will launch groups every 30 minutes, starting at 8:00am, 8:30am, 9:00am, and 9:30am. Bagles, fruit, tea & coffee will be provided! If you are renting equipment from Watertrail Ventures, you will be paying at the launch day of, $15 either style. BYOB, bring your own binoculars!
Please arrive at least one hour before your scheduled launch time. Guests with personal watercraft will drop off vessels at WaterTrail Ventures, drive their car to Hacklander where they will be shuttled back to Water Trail Ventures to start the paddle. If you are renting equipment from Watertrail Ventures, you will be paying at the launch day off.
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Equipment- If renting equipment, Pay at Watertrail Ventures the day of the paddle!
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I will need to rent a Canoe- $15 pay cash in person at Watertrail Ventures the day off the paddle
I have my own boat and I will drop it off at Watertrail Ventures for the paddle
Equipment is a barrier for me. Contact: programs@kalamazooriver.org
8am and 8:30am will be birding centered & 9am and 9:30am will be plant centered.
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8am and 8:30am will be birding centered. 9am and 9:30am will be botany centered.
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Marsh Wren- 8am Launch
Bald Eagle- 8:30am Launch
Buttonbush- 9am Launch
Elderberry- 9:30 Launch
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June 28, 2026
Mindfulness on the Marsh
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2.5-3hour/5-mile paddle from M89 Bridge to Hoffmans Landing. Travel through the peaceful and serene Ottawa Marsh, encountering several species of birds and natural flora. Participants are encouraged to use this opportunity to ground in nature, through a gently led Mindfulness exercise. Kalamazoo River Watershed Experts will be guiding this paddle. This paddle is recommended for intermediate paddlers, folks who don't mind dirt, and want to experience a deep connection to the environment. There are NO toilets on this route! Participant must be 14+, Miniors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Vessel drop off/check-in: 11:00AM, Sandwiches & Tea, provided by KRWC. Guests with personal watercraft can drop equipment at launch location.
Boat rentals: All Boat rentals must be purchased by June 24th through WaterTrail Ventures, Call: 269-547-1884. Guests must secure payment for vessels prior to launch date. Limited Vessels available, call to secure your vessel. There will be single kayaks or two-man canoe’s available for rent. Rental cost: $15 canoe, $10 for Kayak. Only boats requested through registration will be taken to the launch.
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Equipment- If renting equipment, contact Watertrail Ventures 269-547-1884 to book! Book rental by June 24th.
Will you need equipment?
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I will need a Kayak- $10 call to book with Watertrail Ventures
I will need a Canoe- $15 call to book with Watertrail Venturesoice
I have my own boat and I will drop it off at Watertrail Ventures the day of the paddle
Equipment is a barrier for me. Contact: programs@kalamazooriver.org
Note: Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, or an adult explicitly authorized by the parent/guardian.
Will you have a minor with you?
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Yes, I will have a minor with me. Minor will share boat with me.
Yes, I will have a minor with me. Minor will need a boat of their own.
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Waiver- Read & Sign: I fully understand by signing below that I, on behalf of myself and my agents, heirs, and next of kin, assume all risks and hazards incidental to my participation in this activity, including transportation to and from these activities. I do hereby waive, release, absolve, indemnify, and agree to hold harmless, collectively and individually, the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council and any other event sponsors and partners from any claim arising from sickness, injury, or death to me, my property, and any minor children except if caused by their gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct.
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