The Trip:

Starting point 3pm

4506 Thorne Rd Marengo  (continue driving another block to the start of the bridge for offloading equipment.  This is the southeast corner of the bridge)  The shuttle kayakers should be back at Thorne by 3:15 or so, and we will be ready to launch around 3:30

Ending point to meet shuttle

Miles Bar & Grill

7045 Epworth Rd Garden Prairie

We have permission to paddle the Kish River from Thorne Rd to the campsite on Epworth Rd.  It is an ideal 2.5 - 3 hour paddle.  The ending site is private, part of the campground.  By parking at Miles Bar & Grill our cars are close to our landing site.  After paddling we walk to our cars, drive into the Holiday Acres Campground and load up our equipment.  Some paddlers can then choose to enjoy a drink or meal at Miles.

If you have paid for a shuttle, park your car at Miles in Garden Prairie, then shuttle back to Thorne to meet your rental kayak.  If you own your own kayak, you may drop it at Thorne, then park at Miles and pay for the shuttle back.  If you own your own kayak and have a buddy to shuttle with, drop off all equipment on Thorne Rd, drive both cars back to Miles, leave 1, then park the other off the bridge along Thorne.  No shuttle charge.

What to bring: Water shoes, plastic bottled water, light snacks, river appropriate clothing, sunglasses, watertight case for electronics and keys (optional)

What is provided with all rented kayaks: Adult PFD’s, paddles, laminated maps

Recommendations:

If you are to bring your own vessel, you must provide your own life jacket

Early is better for all participants to quickly get on the river. Call or text 815 762 4009 if you have any questions (texting is preferred).

Prices:

Single Kayaks @ $55.00

Tandem Kayaks @ $75.00

Shuttle Ticket @ $13.00

Rescheduled Event For June 13th.

Kayak with members of the McHenry County Environmental Defenders on Saturday July 11th at 9:00am. This social paddle is available to all experienced and non experienced paddlers. Explore the North Branch Kishwaukee River from Siems Park in Union, IL to Highway 23 Bridge in Marengo, IL. Bring some friends or meet new friends! This paddling trip is all for good causes! Hope to see you there!

Need a kayak? Paddle On has you covered with rental kayaks available for online booking. Paddle On has single and tandem kayaks available. Have your own vessel? No problem purchase a shuttle ticket, drop off your vessel at Siems Park first then park at Highway 23 bridge, we will pick you up and transport you back to Siems Park. Any questions call or text at 815 762 4009.

The Trip:

Paddling Start Point: Siems Park 16711 Highbridge Rd Union, IL 

Paddling End Point/Vehicle Parking : Marengo Water Treatment Plant 1350 IL 23 Marengo (Alternate parking along 8th Ave & Hwy 23 on North Side of street) 

42.265581, -88.608382 (Copy & Paste these coordinates to your GPS for the Highway 23 Bridge)

Course of action: Paddle on will have all rental kayaks staged at Siems Park by 7:30am. Paddlers can drop off their own kayaks, personal gear or extra passengers at Siems Park before 9am first then drive and park their vehicles at the bridge at Highway 23. Paddle On will be on-site at the Highway 23 bridge to transport all paid shuttle tickets back to Siems park to drop in. We anticipate everyone will be paddling by 9:30-10am. Multiple shuttle rides may delay timing.

*Vehicle Drivers can save on shuttling tickets by dropping off extra passengers to Siems Park first. Any questions in shuttling call or text us at 815 762 4009.

What to bring: Water shoes, plastic bottled water, light snacks, river appropriate clothing, sunglasses, watertight case for electronics and keys (optional)

What is provided with all rented kayaks: Adult PFD’s, paddles, laminated maps

Recommendations:

If you are to bring your own vessel, you must provide your own life jacket

Early is better for all participants to quickly get on the river. Call or text 815 762 4009 if you have any questions (texting is preferred).

Prices:

Single Kayaks @ $55.00

Tandem Kayaks @ $75.00

Shuttle Ticket @ $13.00

Kayak with members of the McHenry County Historical Society on Friday June 26th or Thursday July 16th. Explore the North Branch Kishwaukee River from Thorne Rd in Marengo, Illinois to County Line Rd in Garden Prairie, IL. A brief history lesson will be presented by the MCHS to educate you on the river you will be paddling. After the trip, an optional after paddle event will take place at Miles Bar & Grill for a refreshing drink or bite to eat. Enjoy the Kish! Hope to see you there! 

Need a kayak? Paddle On has you covered with both single and tandem kayak rentals. Have your own vessel? No problem purchase a shuttle ticket, drop off your vessel at Thorne Rd first then park at County Line, we will pick you up at County Line. 

The Trip:

Paddling Start Point: Thorne Rd bridge in rural Marengo, Illinois

Copy and paste these coordinates into your GPS for Thorne Rd Bridge 42°15'57.7"N 88°39'52.8"W 

Paddling End Point/Vehicle Parking: 4700 Boone McHenry County Line Rd, Garden Prairie, IL 61038

Miles Bar & Grill location (After Paddle Event) 7045 Epworth Rd, Garden Prairie, IL 61038

Course of action: Paddle On will have all rental kayaks staged at Thorne Rd before 2:30pm. Paddlers can drop off their own kayaks, personal gear or extra passengers at Thorne Rd before 3:00 pm first then drive and park their vehicles at the MCCD Parking lot to transport all paid shuttle tickets back to Thorne Rd to drop in. We anticipate everyone will be paddling by 3:30-4:00pm. Multiple shuttle rides may delay timing.

*Vehicle Drivers can save on shuttling tickets by dropping off extra passengers to Thorne Rd bridge first. Any questions in shuttling call or text us at 815 762 4009.

What to bring: Water shoes, plastic bottled water, light snacks, river appropriate clothing, sunglasses, watertight case for electronics and keys (optional)

What is provided with all rented kayaks: Adult PFD’s, paddles, laminated maps

Recommendations:

If you are to bring your own vessel, you must provide your own life jacket

Early is better for all participants to quickly get on the river. Call or text 815 762 4009 if you have any questions (texting is preferred).

Prices:

Single Kayaks @ $55.00

Tandem Kayaks @ $75.00

Shuttle Ticket @ $13.00