Check out some of the paddling adventures coming up nearby — register using the links below!

Sunset Kayaking at Easter Lake

Learn the basics of kayaking before hitting the water to explore Easter Lake and watch the sunset on the water.

Location: Athene North Shore Recreation Area Event Building

Date & Time: July 11 and 23 @ 7:30 pm

Register here: Sunset Paddle at Easter Lake – Polk County Iowa

Sunset Stand Up Paddleboarding

This class is for newbies and paddleboard experts alike. Launching approx. 90 minutes before sunset, you will paddle around Easter Lake in the glow of the late-day sun.

Location: Easter Lake Park

Date & Time: Fridays at 7:00 pm recurring until August 29

Register here: Schedule and Book — SUP yoga dsm

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Choose this hour long class for instruction and a leisurely paddle around Easter Lake park.

Location: Easter Lake Park

Date & Time: Saturdays @ 11:00 pm and Sundays @ 12:00 pm recurring until August 31

Register here: Schedule and Book — SUP yoga dsm

Canoeing with Clive

Your child will join Clive Parks and Recreation staff for a day on the water and travel to Seven Oaks Recreation Area in Boone, Iowa! Trip is intended for beginner paddlers, but waters may be challenging, and students will need to paddle consistently for periods of 20-30 minutes at a time without breaks.

Location: Seven Oaks Recreation Area

Date & Time: August 5 @ 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

Open to ages 10 – 14

Register here: ActivityReg

Canoe and Kayak Rentals

CanoeSport Outfitters at the Raccoon River Park Boathouse, now offers a canoe and kayak rental trip on the Raccoon River. Trips start at the boathouse beach and ends at the boat ramp at 1st St Recreation Area.

Location: Raccoon River Boathouse

Date & Time: Recurring daily

Register here: CanoeSport Outfitters – Raccoon River Park Boat Rental