Race Registration is now open, for a low-key Saturday-only event this year. Several Downriver options – Upper for Novices, Lower for Advanced, 10K (Roselle-D) for the hearty (or foolhardy). Schedule may change a bit before or on race day so be flexible.

The race committee met last week on a Zoom call.  Participants were concerned that volunteer recruiting will still be the major issue with Covid still a factor.  There is no telling what the situation will be by mid-March, but it is doubtful everyone will be vaccinated, immune & ready to go.  So the committee has decided to cancel the Slalom po…[Read more]

There will be a meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, 8 December, at 7pm CT to discuss preparations for the 2021 Missouri Whitewater Championships.  An invitation has been sent to the 2020 race organizing committee.

The race committee is always looking for new people to get involved in the process.  If you are interested in participating in this d…[Read more]

For 2nd place award in Terrain Magazine’s 2020 photo contest, Sports category.  Open boat racer at the Missouri Whitewater Championships.

http://digital.terrain-mag.com/NovemberDecember-2020/40/

if you didn’t already get this in email:

Issue Alert
Last week, on Sept. 22, an Oregon County circuit judge ruled that the state of Missouri must sell or transfer approximately 625 acres of the 4,197 acre Eleven Point State Park.

The 625 acres is the part of the state park that falls within the
Wild and Scenic River Easement, and was the focus…[Read more]

PICNIC FLOAT INFO: We’re planning our group float to be on the Black River near Lesterville, MO on Saturday 12 Sept. Note – Lesterville is 45 minutes from Silvermines, and private access to put-ins & take-outs on the Black is somewhat limited.

To avoid the 2nd issue, we are going to work with Riversedge Campground…[Read more]

Assuming Black River is our best option (45 minutes from Silvermines). Based on river access points, it looks like we’ll need to work with a livery/campground to have a 5-6 mile float. Most places will charge $15-20 for portaging private boats; $40-46 for canoe rental. Looking for recommendations & thoughts. Please weigh in here.

FYI – In 2004 &…[Read more]

Put it on your calendar.  Details coming soon!