Cleanups this weekend... Hope you can join us!! Here's the info from the letter I sent earlier in the week:
This week - There is a regular meeting Friday from 4-5pm in the Library. Mike Clark will be joining us to teach the whole group a thing or two about being prepared for paddling. This is fantastic for us in a couple ways. 1) Mike is one of the premiere big river guides in the world. A chance to chat with him is a precious opportunity for many reasons, but basically - HE KNOWS RIVERS. 2nd - As an outfitter, Mike receives a HUGE discount on all outdoor gear from NRS (Northwest River Supplies). He has agreed to extend his discount to us on this occasion and allow all RK families the chance to order gear at his prices.
For this reason, I would like to invite parents who think they would like to put in an order to attend this particular meeting. Mike will be talking about the gear that's best for three-season paddling (excluding summer which requires little technical gear). Then those who so desire, may add to the order. Mike's discount is about 60%, so I recommend you take advantage of this fantastic offer, especially if you or your River Kid plans to join Mike on the next few winter paddling trips!
Also, there are TWO great cleanups going on this weekend on the River des Peres in University City.
RdPWC Cleanup Saturday - there will be a group gathering for the 10th Annual River des Peres Clean-Up on Saturday, November 7th from 1 to 4 pm. We have a dumpster and snacks provided by MSD and Coca Cola.
Groups will be working just a bit upstream of the Mona Terrace site in the River des Peres along Olive near 81st Ave. Park on the east end of the Food for Less parking lot (Food-for-Less is at 8020 Olive).
Sunday, November 8 - 1-5pm - More honeysuckle and garbage removal at the site where we worked a couple weeks ago. South on Mt. Olive from Olive - veer right onto Groby Rd. Park near the bridge and walk East along the bike path to find the location. Adults with chainsaws looking for a workout are very welcome. I would also like to put together a team with heavy duty digging tools, shovels, picks, crowbars and such, to tackle a huge imbedded pile of shopping carts and other heavy debris buried in the sand along the river. This pile has been there long enough that a small tree has grown around some of the metal on one of the carts. It's time to break up the garbage party.
There is no need to RSVP about attendance at either one of these. However, if you are planning to bring a tool or two and join me, let me know. I'm not sure when I'll be there just yet, but if I'm there, kids may be dropped off. If not, a parent needs to come join in the fun as well.
A few tips:
Have a great week! Let me know if you have any questions about current events!
Ben
This week - There is a regular meeting Friday from 4-5pm in the Library. Mike Clark will be joining us to teach the whole group a thing or two about being prepared for paddling. This is fantastic for us in a couple ways. 1) Mike is one of the premiere big river guides in the world. A chance to chat with him is a precious opportunity for many reasons, but basically - HE KNOWS RIVERS. 2nd - As an outfitter, Mike receives a HUGE discount on all outdoor gear from NRS (Northwest River Supplies). He has agreed to extend his discount to us on this occasion and allow all RK families the chance to order gear at his prices.
For this reason, I would like to invite parents who think they would like to put in an order to attend this particular meeting. Mike will be talking about the gear that's best for three-season paddling (excluding summer which requires little technical gear). Then those who so desire, may add to the order. Mike's discount is about 60%, so I recommend you take advantage of this fantastic offer, especially if you or your River Kid plans to join Mike on the next few winter paddling trips!
Also, there are TWO great cleanups going on this weekend on the River des Peres in University City.
RdPWC Cleanup Saturday - there will be a group gathering for the 10th Annual River des Peres Clean-Up on Saturday, November 7th from 1 to 4 pm. We have a dumpster and snacks provided by MSD and Coca Cola.
Groups will be working just a bit upstream of the Mona Terrace site in the River des Peres along Olive near 81st Ave. Park on the east end of the Food for Less parking lot (Food-for-Less is at 8020 Olive).
Sunday, November 8 - 1-5pm - More honeysuckle and garbage removal at the site where we worked a couple weeks ago. South on Mt. Olive from Olive - veer right onto Groby Rd. Park near the bridge and walk East along the bike path to find the location. Adults with chainsaws looking for a workout are very welcome. I would also like to put together a team with heavy duty digging tools, shovels, picks, crowbars and such, to tackle a huge imbedded pile of shopping carts and other heavy debris buried in the sand along the river. This pile has been there long enough that a small tree has grown around some of the metal on one of the carts. It's time to break up the garbage party.
There is no need to RSVP about attendance at either one of these. However, if you are planning to bring a tool or two and join me, let me know. I'm not sure when I'll be there just yet, but if I'm there, kids may be dropped off. If not, a parent needs to come join in the fun as well.
A few tips:
- bring heavy work gloves
- wear heavy rubber work boots or plan to stay out of the water
- bring a water bottle and snacks if you're staying a while
- dress in layers and according to the temperatures
- program my cell number into yours - 314-680-9442
Have a great week! Let me know if you have any questions about current events!
Ben
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