JEFFERSON CITY, MO, AUG. 29, 2021 – Wakonda State Park staff members invite the public to its Patriotic Glow Paddle kayaking instruction at 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 11. Participants will experience being on the water at night. Kayaks will be supplied and decorated with glow sticks, and the almost full moon will help to provide lights for the adventure.
Participants must be at least 10 years of age. Children ages 10 to 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the entire program. Participants should be comfortable around water.
All Missouri state park rules and regulations apply. This is a family-oriented event. Alcohol and tobacco products are not allowed while participating in the Glow Paddle program.
There is a $5 registration fee, and registration is required. Space is limited. Those interested can register at icampmo1.usedirect.com/MSPWeb/Activities/Search.aspx. Once on the page, enter "Glow Paddle" in the "Search Text" box.
The public is strongly encouraged to follow social-distancing guidelines and be proactive in protecting themselves and others.
Wakonda State Park is located at 32836 State Park Road in LaGrange. For more information about the public meeting or other events at the park, call 573-655-2280.
For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.