The Midwest is blessed with mighty rivers and beautiful creeks and streams, all perfect for paddling in a canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard.
You voted in the thousands in this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards. We tabulated the results, and here are your favorite outdoor events and businesses in the Midwest.
The Dardenne Creek Blueway is designed to turn St. Charles County into a paddling hot spot. Phase 1 is now open, with Phase two on the way in fall 2022.
The Mississippi and Missouri rivers are recognized as two of the most endangered waterways in the US. What must be done to increase the health of these essential arteries and achieve a future of clean water for everyone?
Big River Outfitters offers shuttles and rentals in west St. Louis County.
The St. Charles County Parks Paddle Share program offers area residents a chance to rent vessels and get out on the water.
Big Muddy Adventures (BMA) has expanded its operations to Simpson Lake in Valley Park, Missouri, allowing paddlers to rent kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards at the 72-acre lake, which is located in Simpson Park.
The first time I learned about the Buffalo River, we [...]
Practice is key to the essential skill of self-rescue.
Spring has come to the Midwest, and if you’re considering taking your paddling game to the next level with an overnight canoe or kayak trip, we’ve got you covered.
We asked, you answered. Based on 18,000+ responses, here are [...]
