Meet Me at the River Expeditions Details

10am to 1pm, ages 16+
Class II (moderate) whitewater adds excitement to your Spokane River ECO-Experience. Float with naturalists past state line & explore the Spokane Valley.  #SRF01

9am to 12:30pm, ages 18+
Experience adrenalin rushing Class III rapids, Bowl & Pitcher, and Devil’s Toenail just minutes from downtown. Paddle to the RSP Water Reclamation Facility for an ECO-Tour. #SRF04

10am to 2pm, ages 16+
Paddle Class II whitewater riffles while learning about legacy toxic contamination and safe river recreation and fishing. Discover tree planting and river clean-up ECO-Events. #SRF06

10am to 3pm, ages 16+
Paddle below Arbor Crest Winery, stop at Argonne Bridge for lunch and ECO-Tour at Inland Empire Paper. Keep your eyes open for osprey, beaver, and turtles.  #SRF07

5pm to 7pm, ages 16+
Paddle into the heart of Spokane and see historic contamination sites. Discuss safe recreation, fishing, tree planting and river clean-up with ECO-experts. Share tales of adventure over fine food and beverages. #SRF08

10am to 1pm, ages 16+
Paddle along the Centennial Trail, under Argonne Bridge, past luxury riverside homes and into Upriver Dam’s south channel for a fascinating Spokane City Water Department ECO-Tou. #SRF09

1 to 4 pm, ages 16+
Paddle from Water Street to Hangman Creek, an important Spokane River tributary. Learn about development practices that have altered the stream channel and floodplain causing erosion, degraded water quality, and reduced fish habitat. Hear how beavers may offer a solution! Continue downriver to TJ Meenach on historic water trails used for over 7,000 years.  #SRF10

10am to 4pm, ages 21+
Paddle along historic Spokane Tribal land. See bald eagles and osprey. Shoreline ECO-Tour: sedge, shrub, plants and tree communities and tribal fisheries projects. Dinner included. #SRF11

8am to 12pm, ages 21+

Paddle the final Spokane River reach to the confluence of the majestic Columbia River. See the 2009 landslide/tsunami location. Identify native and non-native species. Breakfast and lunch included. river.    #SRF12

2:30pm to 5pm, ages 21+
ECO-Tour: Upriver Dam and Water Department. Paddle under towering cottonwood trees into downtown Spokane serenaded by city sounds. Share tales of adventure over fine food and beverages. #SRF13

10am to 3 pm, ages 16+
Paddle by luxury homes from Lake Coeur d’Alene to Post Falls Dam. ECO-Experts discuss terrestrial and aquatic environments, healthy forests and water quality.  #SRF14

9am to 2pm, ages 16+

Pine covered hills, lily pads, and lovely lakeside homes are some of the sights you’ll experience during this flat water paddle. Enjoy a relaxing lounch with ECO-Experts. #SRF15

2pm to 4pm, ages 16+

Put -in below Long Lake Dam and experience the Spokane River Watershed in its pristine beauty. Spot osprey, eagles, trout, and various waterfowl. ECO-Experts discuss native and non-native species. #SRF16

6pm to 8pm, ages 21+
Paddle into the moonlight sights and sounds of the past preserved in Riverside State Park.  Moonlight wine and cheese tasting completes your reflective journey . #SRF17

Whether paddling or rafting, the odds are you will get wet.

Suggested clothing

• DO NOT WEAR COTTON
• A synthetic, e.g.—nylon, swim suit as bottom layer
• If the weather is cool: Light fleece pants and/or unlined rain pants and a synthetic jacket (fleece or wind breaker)
• Sandals with a heel strap or water shoes
• Sunglasses
• Eye Strap (Croakies) for glasses
• Hat (full brim is best)
• Sun block (because water reflects the sun, sun protection is required)
• Poncho
• Towel
• Dry clothes

Suggested Food and Water

• Water bottle
• Snack bars and/or trail mix

Keeping Things Dry

1. All food and other items should be kept in zip lock bags to avoid getting wet.
2. Electronic equipment, e.g.—cell phone and camera, and other valuables should also be kept in a dry bag or box. Keeping them dry and safe is the participant’s responsibility.
3. Remove any jewelry that you wouldn’t want to lose.

Life Jackets and Safety Gear

Participants are provided personal floatation devices (life jackets).

FOR SAFETY REASONS, NO PETS MAY PARTICIPATE.

9am to Noon, ages 16+
Pine covered hills, basalt cliffs, and hidden sandy beaches are a few of the marvelous sights you’ll experience during this flat water paddle.  ECO-Experts discuss native and non-native species. #SRF18

5 to 8pm, ages 21+
Put-in below Long Lake Dam and experience the Spokane River’s pristine beauty. Spot osprey, eagles, trout, and waterfowl. Enjoy twilight conversations with ECO-Experts over wine & cheese. #SRF19

4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, ages 10+

Paddle into the heart of Spokane and see historic contamination sites. Discuss safe recreation, fishing, tree planting and river clean-up with ECO-experts. Optional dinner and drinks at CI Shenanigan’s as we share tales of river adventures. #SRF20