RIVER RUNNING -- Don't delay to sign up for some or all of the remaining Meet Me at the River guided paddling trips organized by the Spokane River Forum to introduce the public to the great river running through us.

Since Meet Me at The River began in 2008, 430 community members have traveled all or part of the river with people who have expertise in everything from the wildlfie to the sewage treatment plant.

"Our goal is to have fun while introducing more and more people to this iconic community resource," said Andy Dunau, the Forum's executive director. Equipment and professional guides provided for all trips.

Read on for a list of remaining trips. Places are limited.

Here's what's on tap for July. Spots are filling up, so Sign up now !!! 

Friday, July 15th: 6pm to 10pm, ages 21+ Moonlight Paddle: Plese Flats to Nine Mile

Travel by moonlight as you paddle into the sights and sounds of the past preserved in Riverside State Park. We'll take out at a Forum member's elegant riverside home where you will enjoy wine and cheese under the starry night.

Saturday, July 16th: 10am to 2pm, ages 16+ Harvard Road to Plante's Ferry

The Valley beckons. A gentle paddle with a few whitewater riffles to get your juices flowing. We'll point out shoreline restoration, clean-up actions and new opportunities to safely access the river.

Friday-Saturday, July 29th and 30th: 10am Friday to 2 pm Saturday, ages 21+ Wyncoops to Blue Creek to Fort Spokane

This overnight camping trip hosted by the Spokane Tribe of Indians and is one of our most popular adventures. As you paddle the lower Spokane River, you'll see bald eagles, osprey and more as the river gets wider and wider as you approach the confluence with the Columbia (Lake Roosevelt). A salmon dinner and stories are a part of you camping experience on the Spokane Indian Reservation.

Thursday, August 4th: 3:30 pm to 7pm, ages 21+ Upriver Dam to SIRTI

Time to get off work a little early to enjoy your urban water tour. Part of the magic of the Spokane River is its steep banks. So as you paddle under towering cottonwood trees, you wouldn't know you're in downtown Spokane except for bridges, railroad trestles and the sounds of city life. As you turn the bend at Gonzaga, the lilac city comes into view. A gentle paddle for all.
 
Member discounts are available for the Meet Me at the River program.