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Vets on the River Programs

Veterans can participate in fishing trips, paddling trips, and pontoon tours with other veterans.

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2018 Vets on the River Programs

Rivers of Recovery Guided Fishing Trips
Spend two days and three nights on a guided fly fishing trip on the Namekagon River for combat veterans.

• September 10-13: Women's Trip

Vets & Family Paddles
These are great opportunities for all veterans and their families to experience the St. Croix Riverway.

• June 2: Horse Spirit Paddle
• June 23: United Womens Vets
• July 21: Washburn County Vets
• August 4: Sawyer County Vets
• August 10: Pierce and St. Croix County Vets
• September 22: Horse Spirit Paddle
• September 29: Honor the Colors Fall Paddle

Veteran Honor Cruises
Enjoy a free cruise down the beautiful St. Croix River with other veterans in a pontoon boat while learning about the history and significance of the Riverway.

• July 16: Metro VA Homeless Shelter Tour
• July 23: Minneapolis VA Medical Hospital Tour
• August 8: Minneapolis VA Medical Hospital Theraputic Photography Tour
• September 23: Women Vets Honor Cruise

 

Contact: Jeff Butler, Veterans Program Coordinator at 715-635-8346, ext. 425 or [e-mail] for questions and to register.

 

Watch a video about a young veteran suffering from PTSD describe how the Vets On The River Program at the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway has helped him.