Sunset Paddle
Event information
Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fee: $20 per person.
Age: Ages 12 or older. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Contact: 815-722-4121
Location: Whalon Lake
Photo courtesy of Jo Anne Saleme
Event details
Enjoy the start of summer with an evening paddle led by interpretive naturalists at Whalon Lake. As the sun goes down, we will experience nature’s transition from day to night. Then relax on land with a cozy fire and roast s’mores.
Event requirements
Registration required by Wednesday, June 4: 815-722-4121.
All equipment, including personal flotation devices, is provided. The instructors are American Canoe Association certified. Be sure to wear clothes and shoes that can get wet, and consider bringing sunscreen, sunglasses and a water bottle.
Previous kayaking experience is required as this is a recreational program and not an instructional paddling program.
Water is accessible by way of a paved parking lot to the boat entrance ramp. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering, or submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.