The Middle Fork of the Raccoon River near Coon Rapids is generally shallow enough for adults to stand in. However, river depth can be very uneven and there are deep holes in places. Obviously, at certain times of the year and after rains the river can run very high and deep.
Obstacles including rocks, log jams and fallen or overhanging trees are common.
These obstacles can cause the canoe to overturn, causing the risk of injury or drowning. Weather conditions can change rapidly, and flooding increases the risks of accidents, injury and death. The undersigned hereby acknowledges and accepts these and other unnamed risks and agrees to hold Garst Farm Resorts and its employees free of all liability for this dangerous activity. The Renter assumes all inherent risks for participating in this activity. Although Resort Staff will provide a general overview of river conditions at the time the boat is launched, it is the responsibility of the renting party to make its own assessment of river conditions, given the age and experience of the people in the renter's party.