TRR Men’s Float Trip & Camping (pre-Father’s Day)
TRR StL Father’s Day Weekend Men’s Float Trip & camping. Event Date: June 20, 2026 (deadline 6/10/26).
Who: Males—Veterans, Service members, TRR Volunteers, and their 18+ year old male guest/s. Brothers! Come join us for a pre-Father’s Day Float Trip! (You’ll be home for Father’s Day!). Come for as much (or as little) of the activities as you can.
- Friday night camping (6/19/26)
- Sat paddling trip (6/20/26)
- Sat night dinner
- Sat night camping
Enjoy a day or two of relaxing, float on the upper Black River, filled with fun, camaraderie, relaxation, and solidarity! In support of our brothers who live a sober life-style, we ask that you observe this opportunity as an alcohol-free event.
We have several established “primitive” campsites (non-electric, potable water nearby, but not at site) at a well-maintained campground reserved for both Friday and Saturday nights— so please come camp with us one or both nights (if you need a tent, please let us know – we may be able to accommodate you)!
Even if you are not camping, we would love to have you join us on the float and/or for dinner afterward.
If you are not camping with us, please meet us at the campground at 9:00 am on Saturday morning, June 20, 2026.
Or, just come down and join us for dinner!
Paddling Location: The upper Black River. Put-in near Lesterville, Mo (near River Mile 8.4) & Take-out near Annapolis, Mo (River Mile 25.1). The Black River is known for its crystal clear water and bass fishing. Feel free to bring your pole, tackle, and permit!
Requirements: EACH Participant must complete the Registration Form and a TRR Annual Waiver. Participants should be in good standing with your TRR Chapter and be familiar with basic paddling techniques. PLEASE come out and paddle with TRR-StL at any of our other events (pools, lakes, rivers)! See newsletter
Costs:
- Veterans & ACA instructors – $25 deposit, refundable after your attendance.
- All others – $25, due with registration.
Covers kayaking (including all equipment – if you need it), two nights of camping, shuttle, for you and your gear to the put-in point, and/or return for vehicle, and dinner Saturday night.
Everyone (veterans, volunteers, guests) must submit a separate Registration Form, Waiver, and Deposit/Fee (links above).
NOTE: You are responsible for your own transportation to and from this event, any meals (other than Saturday night provided dinner), snacks, and drinks (please be sure to bring hydration for the float). Proper use of a PFD is required while on the water.
TRR Point of Contact (POC) = [email protected], 314-297-7475.
Participants in TRR events need to electronically sign a TRR StL 2026 waiver. See TRR’s National Code of Conduct & Alcohol Policy.
Team River Runner Mission: To provide all veterans and their families an opportunity to find health, healing, community purpose, and new challenges through adventure and adaptive paddle sports!

