|
|
|
|
|
Media Inquiries
614-265-6860 |
|
|
|
|
|
Jun
3
Written by:
news editor
6/3/2009 1:00 AM
06/03/09 Paddle Quest 2009 is coming to Lake Milton State Park in Lake Milton, Ohio on Saturday, June 6.
Paddle Quest 2009 Travels to Lake Milton State Park
Free events reveal scenic paddling opportunities at Ohio State Parks
COLUMBUS, OH - Paddle Quest 2009, a series of events that promote canoeing and kayaking in Ohio, is coming to Lake Milton State Park in Lake Milton, Ohio on Saturday, June 6, beginning at 10 a.m.
Paddle Quest 2009 is sponsored by Gander Mountain Company, the nation's largest retail network of stores for hunting, fishing, camping, boating, marine and outdoor lifestyle products and services, in conjunction with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
"We hope to raise public awareness of the excellent opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors across the state," said Joe Hardin, district manager of Gander Mountain's Ohio stores. "Paddling is fun, great exercise, and something that can be done inexpensively and close to home."
The statewide series will travel to ten scenic state parks this spring and summer in partnership with Ohio State Parks and the ODNR Division of Watercraft.
The series of events are open to all ages and no experience is required. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants must wear approved life jackets during the events.
Canoes, kayaks, paddles and life jackets are not provided. Rental boats and safety equipment may be available at some state parks. Please call the event location to find out if rentals are available.
Paddle Quest participants will also enjoy a cookout-style lunch, door prizes and a chance to win a matching pair of kayaks at the end of the event series, all courtesy of Gander Mountain. Registration is required for Gander Mountain prize eligibility.
Following the Lake Milton event, the Paddle Quest series will be held at the following locations: June 13 - Pleasant Hill Lake (Mohican State Park), June 27 - Lake Loramie State Park, July 11 - Portage Lakes State Park, July 18 - Buck Creek State Park, August 15 - Geneva State Park, August 22 - Maumee Bay State Park, August 29 - Punderson State Park, and September 26 - Salt Fork State Park.
Children who participate in the Paddle Quest events can receive credit towards the ODNR Explore the Outdoors Paddle a Canoe activity. Explore the Outdoors is a hands-on family program that gives Ohio children the opportunity to reunite with nature, improve their physical and emotional health and discover the rewards of becoming environmental stewards. Program information and downloadable activity guides can be found at www.exploretheoutdoorsohio.com.
For more information about the Paddle Quest 2009 series and to pre-register for events, visit www.gandermountain.com.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR web site at www.ohiodnr.com.
-30-
For further information, contact:
Jason Fallon, ODNR Public Relations
614. 265. 6842
Joe Hardin, Gander Mountain
651. 769. 5096
Beth Ruth, ODNR Media Relations
614. 265. 6860
Tags:
|
|
|