3rd Party Events

The Blue River is one of every paddler's favorites. IDNR says the Blue River flows through one of the most scenic, interesting and diverse areas of Indiana. In summer it is packed with public rental boats, and so the HCKC is planning it for October when we can enjoy the glory of fall on the Blue to ourselves. It's a 14-mile trip -- be sure you're up for a long day on the river . . .

The Raccoon Creek paddle trip during the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival has been a signature event of the HCKC since its inception. Enjoy an awesome trip on a challenging stream, with lunch riverside along the festival grounds. Hey guys, this is a "don't miss"! Experienced boat navigation skill and cold-water paddling gear required.

The Current River is the most spring-fed of all of the Ozark rivers, running crystal clear through rocky bluffs. This annual trip has been led by paddler Denny Williams for over forty years; no one knows Missouri paddling like Denny ( aka Gatorbait). Gatorbait has graciously included the HCKC in his group for this year. Last year there were fifty attendees. Paddlers stay at the Shannondale Community Center (lodging and camping first-come first serve).

The Miami Nations of Indians of the State of Indiana say: The Seven Pillars, sometimes called simply "The Cliffs", lie about four miles southeast of Peru along the Mississinewa River. This breathtaking formation was created over the centuries as wind and water eroded the limestone, carving rounded buttresses and alcoves into the north bluff of the river. Join the HCKC for this annual early November paddler trip. Cold-weather paddling gear and good boat skills required.