MCA Fall Color Cruise on the St. Croix River and Builders Contest
Information can be found at www.mncanoe.org
Saturday October 1, 2016
Come join our MCA cruisers for a view of the St. Croix River in its fall splendor.
Basic Route
Osceola Bridge Landing Rt. 243 to William O’Brien State Park at Marine on St. Croix.
Schedule: (MN State Parks Stickers or Daily Entrance Fee Required at Parks)
9:30 Arrive at Osceola Bridge Landing, sign in, unload, get ready.
9:45 Start shuttle to O’Brien take outs.
10:15 Start Paddling
12:00 Lunch below the RR swing bridge.
12:45 Builders Contest ( See rules below )
1:15 Start Paddling
3:00 Arrive at O’Brien load up and finish shuttle.
4:00 Wrap up.
General Info
The trip will be insured by the USCA. There will be a $5.00 per person charge payable to the MCA. A USCA waiver must be filled out and signed by all participants.
All boats must comply with US Coast Guard rules. PFD for each person and 1 whistle per boat.
Shuttle will be run by participants and coordinated by MCA leaders. River access not requiring a fee are at Osceola Landing and Log House Landing.
Bring your own food and beverage.
Builders Contest Rules
Boat must have been made with in the last 5 years by the person entering the boat.
Classes will be determined on the day of the event.
Winners will be determined by a vote of the people present.
Any Questions contact.
David Shanteau
Education & Safety Director
651-433-2157
daveandmad@frontiernet.net