This is a unique opportunity to be on the river at one of the most magical times – under a full moon! We will head out to the river mid-afternoon and cross to one of our favorite islands. There we will get a fire going, enjoy the evening and eat dinner together, and watch the rising of the full moon. Around 9pm we will start paddling back, the light of the moon guiding our way. Feel free to bring a sketchbook, camera, or musical instrument – you may feel inspired!
Location: Meet at Quapaw Canoe Company, 291 Sunflower Ave, Clarksdale, MS. We will drive in personal vehicles from there to the launch point on the Mississippi River. (~25min drive)
Meet Time: 2pm
End Time: 10pm/11pm (Depending on the group’s feeling, winds, towboats, etc)
What to bring: Water bottle, sunscreen, hat, towel if you plan to swim in the afternoon, bug spray, flashlight, long pants and sleeves for evening.
Food: BYOD – Bring your own dinner. Bring a cold meal, or a dish to reheat over the fire. Quapaw will provide water, silverware, and dutch ovens for reheating food over a fire.
Experience required
None! This trip is open to everybody.
Trip Notes
Quapaw Canoe Company will provide canoes and all safety gear, as well as dry bags for each participant.
Quapaw Canoe Company will provide lunches, dinners, and breakfasts for each day of the journey, this is included in the price for the Artist Retreat. Meals are cooked fresh on an open fire.
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