Wild River Academy is Seeking Fellows for the Annual Paddle Forward Canoe Expedition

Via a June 6 Wild River Academy e-newsletter:

Are you a recent college graduate looking for a creative way to spend your fall?  Or do you know someone who might be interested in paddling an entire river and expanding their knowledge about our nations rivers?  Please pass on this once in a lifetime opportunity!

Paddle Forward is an annual canoe expedition down a major river in the Mississippi Watershed. The Paddle Forward program is primarily focused on three main purposes: (1) Work with K12 schools through our Adventure Learning Model by engaging students throughout the U.S. in our trips (2) Provide an experiential and unique learning opportunity for college students and recent graduates (3) Engage with river communities as we paddle to learn about their community.  This fall a group of 6-8 paddlers will travel downstream in tandem canoes on the Minnesota River from August 28th to October 5th, connecting with people who live, work, and recreate along the river.

Paddle Forward revolutionizes experiential learning by integrating technology, paddling, film, and environmental education. By paddling diverse social and ecological systems in the Mississippi River basin we discover the complex connections between rivers, agriculture, politics, water quality and health. 
 
We use our own curiosity and exploration skills to learn more and uncover the truth. You will learn from professionals in the field, local business owners, river community members, other paddlers, each other, and the Paddle Forward Project Leader. Paddle Forward is a program designed for people from a variety of disciplines. If you are interested in connecting your passions, studies, and enjoyment for the outdoors, Paddle Forward is a program for you!

Learn more online at www.paddle4ward.com/fellowship or send questions to Liz@wildriveracademy.com.  Deadline: JUNE 30TH!

Our mailing address is:
Wild River Academy
2751 Hennepin Ave S PMB#254
Minneapolis, MN 55408