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Take a DuPage River adventure in Hammel Woods in Shorewood

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Take a late summer afternoon break and sign up for a ride on the river in Shorewood.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County is holding the River Paddle Adventure from 1-3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22, at Hammel Woods. Participants should use the Illinois Route 59 access.

“Take on this challenging water adventure by paddling upstream and over a rapid on the DuPage River to enjoy spectacular views of the woods, then cruise back with the current,” the forest preserve district said in a release.

This program is for advanced paddlers, and all equipment is provided. Ages 12 or older; $20 per person. Register by Aug. 21.

Judy Harvey

Judy Harvey

News editor for The Herald-News. More than 30 years as a journalist in community news in Will County and the greater Chicago region.