06.21.25 – 06.21.25
Illinois Summer Solstice 2025 – Chicago River Historic Tour
Urban Kayaks on the Chicago River, Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL, USA
Join fellow paddlers to celebrate this year’s Summer Solstice in an unforgettable way! ACA Illinois has teamed up with Urban Kayaks for this unique opportunity to paddle, learn about the history and architecture of downtown Chicago, and indulge in a few drinks and tacos at the end.
ACA members receive a 20% discount on the kayaking event.
- When: Saturday June 21st
- Kayaking: 4pm (launch) – 6pm.
- Post-Paddle Food & Drinks: 6pm – 9pm.
- Price: $75 plus applicable taxes. ACA members receive a 20% discount ($60 plus taxes).
- Launch Site: Urban Kayaks Riverwalk location.
- Tour Information: https://urbankayaks.com/riverwalk…/historic-chicago-tour/
- Food and Drinks: TacoRio Urban Cantina (at same location)
FAQ:
- What does the price include? The price includes a pre-trip safety training by Urban Kayak guides + all the necessary gear (pfd, paddle, kayak) + trip guides on water + historic tour by the guides.
- Can I use my own kayak? For this Summer Solstice 2025 event we want paddlers to enjoy 100% and not have to worry about gear, loading, parking, and be able to have some drinks after the paddle. We are recommending make life easy and using the Urban Kayak boats. There will be no private boat launch possible from the Urban Kayak riverside location. (Paddlers wanting to join the Tour are welcome but they will need to paddle from one the launches in the Chicago River (REI, etc). This event is not organizing any private launch logistics. Please make sure you have night lights and all safety equipment if you paddle your own boat.)
If joining the trip on your own boat, please tip the guides for their tour information – they will greatly appreciate it! - How do I reserve a place for the Summer Solstice Paddle 2025? Please book your place using the Urban Kayak reservation in this link: https://urbankayaks.com/riverwalk-kayak-tours/historic-chicago-tour/
- ACA Members please reach out to State Director (Marcos Garcia Norris) via Facebook Group Messenger (IllinoisACA group). We will organize the discount and payment at arrival.
- Parking: There is ample parking in the neighborhood adjacent to the Riverwalk location. $20 parking for 12 hours at the Millenium Park Lakeside Garage located at 5 South Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL 60603. Urban Kayaks offer validated parking at the Millenium Park Lakeside Garage. Parkwhiz and Spothero are also good parking options.
Contact Information Marcos Garcia Norris (ACA RAC State Director - Illinois)
ilstatedirector@americancanoe.net