Meet at the boat ramp near the Lodge by the Lake/Bait Shop at Don Williams Park near Ogden 

Learn basic canoe paddling skills 

Paddle around Don Williams Lake by the light of the moon 

Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet, bring a bottle of water, a snack, and a sweatshirt or fleece 

County Conservation provides the canoes, paddles, and personal flotation devices (life jackets): Youth (50-90 lbs) and Adult sizes are available 

10 canoes are available with room for 3 people each. Reserve your spot in advance. 

Participants with their own paddling gear (i.e. canoes, kayaks, paddles, PFD's, etc.) are welcome to bring these items and use them instead of the county equipment. 

Click this link to view a copy of the Canoe waiver that participants will need to sign 

Contact the Boone County Naturalist in advance to sign up for this program: 

Katie Healy, Naturalist
Boone County Conservation Board
610 H Ave Ogden, IA
Office: 515-353-4237
Cell: 515-230-3285
Email: khealy@boonecounty.iowa.gov