How to Float a River with Kids One of our favorite outdoor activities to do as a family is float the river. It’s relaxing and fun. We typically float for half a day so somewhere between 3 – 5 hours.

Effingham County commissioners approved a $1 million plan to convert the historic Abercorn Landing on Abercorn Creek into a public recreation site. The project, managed by Moffatt & Nichol, begins ...

While the 2-mile stretch doesn’t look like much on a map, at the river’s sluggish summertime pace, the route takes a good ...

Shore Thing, a 4,800 square foot recreational barge, will offer food, drinks, live music, yoga classes and more.

Floating the river in Missoula this summer will be a little easier as the University of Montana's free shuttle has returned.

This innovative venture is the brainchild of Riverlife, a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating Pittsburgh’s ...

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BOISE, Idaho — Get your water tubes ready and flamingo floats inflated, because the 2025 Boise River float season officially begins Friday, June 20. The 6-mile stretch of the refreshing Boise ...

The Boise River is holding at a steady flow of 1,275 cubic feet per second, according to Parks & Waterways, which is near the upper end of the typical range for float season.

On its surface, floating solar appears to conserve water while generating carbon-free electricity. River managers are cautious, but some say the West can’t afford to wait.

Meanwhile, Bull Shoals, Beaver, and Norfork lakes are between 8 to 15 feet above full pool. This can limit boat ramp and dock access. Check lake access before you make the trip to your favorite spot.

Float the Boise on Thursday announced that the river is not yet safe to float, citing quickly changing conditions and hazards that have not yet been addressed. Brian Myrick / Idaho Press ...