Wild trips on the Upper Iowa River, Red Rock Lake, Lizard Creek, Boone River, Whitewater Creek, Des Moines River, Maquoketa River, Little Sioux River, Turkey River, Volga River, Yellow River, and more. Plus: 15 urban trips, 6 whitewater adventures, and bonus maps!.
Contents:
What's new, Using this book, Getting started, and the Law -- Basic paddling safety -- Outstanding Iowa paddling trips.
Summary:
Boat? Check. Paddle? Check. Life jacket? Check. Paddling Iowa? Check! River people know Iowa as the sweet stuff in the middle - a verdant land of sinuous streams snaking between North America's two greatest rivers. Since 2004, this book has helped thousands of new and seasoned paddlers discover new waters, plan trips, avoid hazards, understand fluctuating water levels, and navigate shuttle routes by both vehicle and bicycle. Discover Iowa's rivers, and you are guaranteed to look at Iowa in a whole new light.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.