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-September 2008-1. It's Our River Day - Making the Connection 2. Looking for Sangamon River Naturalists 3. 2008 River Steward Nomination 4. Become a Member of Prairie Rivers Network It's Our River Day - Making the ConnectionSaturday, September 20, 2008, offers river enthusiasts the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy their local river – this date marks the Fourth Annual It’s Our River Day. Initiated by Lt. Governor Pat Quinn in 2004, IORD is a day for volunteers to take care of their river by joining a cleanup, by helping to remove invasive species, or by teaching others how clean rivers and healthy river habitats benefit people, fish and wildlife. To find the IORD event closest to you visit http://www.standingupforillinois.org/event.php?id=3358. Interested in having your event listed on the web? Contact Olivia Dorothy at the Lt. Governor’s office at 217-782-7884 Looking for Sangamon River NaturalistsEstablished in 1962, the Illinois Paddling Council is dedicated to promoting the safe enjoyment of all phases of canoeing and kayaking in Illinois, assuring access to the state's waters, and protecting and preserving the natural resources within the state. All are invited to IPC’s Season Ender Paddle on Sunday, October 19th, 2008. This year the trip will follow a segment of the Lincoln Heritage Canoe Trail, which memorializes an early river journey by Abraham Lincoln on the Sangamon River. The Lincoln Heritage Canoe Trail, dedicated in 1965, is Illinois’ first designated river trail. IPC’s Season Ender Paddle will follow a pleasant section of the Sangamon River, with few houses, big, gentle bends and a low gradient; frequent sand bars offer the opportunity to relax and enjoy a picnic. The trip length is 10 miles, although cars will also be parked at 5 and 7 mile points for those desiring a shorter paddle. Paddlers will meet at 9:30 am at the Irwin Bridge, near Salisbury, IL, to be ready to shuttle at 10 am. IPC invites any Sangamon River historians and naturalists to join the group for the paddle trip on the 19th. If you would like to volunteer, or if you would like to participate as a paddler, please contact Sigrid Pilgrim at sigpilgr@comcast.net, 847-328-0145. There is a $5 insurance fee for individuals who are not members of the American Canoe Association. For more information about IPC and the Season Ender Paddle visit their website at www.illinoispaddling.org. 2008 River Steward NominationsPrairie Rivers
Network is now accepting nominations for our 2008 River Steward Award. The
River Steward Award recognizes individuals whose outstanding efforts
contribute to the continued protection of
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