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September 9, 2005
CELEBRATE THE BEAUTY OF THE SANDUSKY STATE SCENIC RIVER ON SEPTEMBER 17
Canoe float is part of the 2005 Natural Areas Discovery Series
 COLUMBUS, OH - Join other outdoor enthusiasts in celebrating Sandusky State Scenic River Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 17, sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Natural Areas & Preserves. Participants will enjoy a four-mile canoe float and stream monitoring demonstration. The event is part of the division’s Natural Areas Discovery Series.
The 90-minute canoe float will depart at 10 a.m. from the Indian Mill access site, located off of County Road 47 in Wyandot County, and end at the Parker Covered Bridge. The stream quality monitoring demonstration will take place after the canoe float at historic Indian Mill.
Participation in the canoe float is free, but pre-registration is required by calling 419-981-6319. Personal flotation devices are available for adults, but participants under 18 must bring their own. The Indian Mill Access has restrooms and picnic tables, but no drinking water.
The Sandusky State Scenic River - the second “scenic river” designated in Ohio - is located between Upper Sandusky and Fremont, and flows through some of the richest farmland in the Midwest Exposed dolomite and limestone outcroppings add to its scenic quality.
Sponsored by the ODNR Division of Natural Areas & Preserves, the Natural Areas Discovery Series features scheduled hikes, interpretive activities and an opportunity for visitors to meet preserve and scenic rivers staff. The Discovery Series programs, held from April to October, are free and open to the public. For more information about the series visit ohiodnr.com.
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