Volunteers are needed for planting and trail maintenance. Volunteers are needed for wetland and prairie restoration. Most weekends from May 27 through October 14. Canoe days offer short, round-trip rides. Canoe trips last from several hours to all day.
Fees help cover canoe rentals and training of guides.
All outings guided. Reservations are required for both outings. For a full schedule, contact Friends of the Chicago River. Contact Friends of the Chicago River. Trained docents explain city history and river ecology along the downtown branch of the river.