Summer Solstice Picnic Paddle

Join the St. Croix River Association staff on a memorable and scenic, summer solstice picnic paddle. We will embark from the boat launch in kayaks at MN Interstate State Park and paddle south to the sunset at Osceola Landing. During the journey, MN Interstate State Park Naturalist, Jenni Webster, will reveal stories hidden in the landscapes of the St. Croix River.

We will take a picnic break halfway through the paddle at Eagle’s Nest campground. Your registration includes a delicious dinner option (Hearty Sandwich, Seasonal Veggie, Kettle Potato Chips, Homemade Dessert, La Croix Sparkling Water) from Juneberry Cafe, a wonderful locally owned eatery in Taylors Falls, MN.

We will meet at Osceola Landing, where Taylors Falls Canoe & Kayak will shuttle us to the starting landing at Minnesota Interstate Park.

Trip Rating: 2 (This event is a great option for new and beginner paddlers)

Paddle distance: 6 miles

Important Reminders:

• In addition to the equipment rental fees, you will need to pay $7 for a MN State Park Day Pass upon arrival at MN Interstate Park
• Appropriate for ages 12 and above. All youth ages 12 – 17, must be accompanied by an adult chaperone
• If this event is canceled due to inclement weather, we will post a notification on SCRA’s Facebook page and we will do our best to contact all registered participants
• We require all participants to wear PFDs

Costs: $7 Minnesota State Park Day Pass Fee upon entry to the state park, along with additional equipment rental fees, if applicable

Meeting Time: 4:30pm

Meeting location: Osceola Landing off of Hwy 243 just west of Osceola, WI