American Sign Language Day on the River

Overview

Join us for our fifth year celebrating ASL Day on the River — a fun, inclusive, and accessible paddling adventure led by Wilderness Inquiry! Whether you’re Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, a signer, or a community ally, this event is designed with access, community, and connection at its core.

We’ll paddle together down the Mississippi River from Hidden Falls to Harriet Island, with ASL-fluent and DDBHH+ staff and support throughout the experience.

Schedule of the Day

• 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Lunch & Social Time
  Arrive early to connect with others, meet your trip leaders, and enjoy a light lunch before we hit the water.
• 12 p.m. - Safety Talk & Orientation
  Our Outdoor Leaders will cover paddling basics, safety procedures, river rules, and access information with ASL interpretation and visual aids provided.
• 12:45 p.m. - Launch & Paddle!
  We’ll begin our paddle down the Mississippi, enjoying the scenery, sharing stories, and moving together as a community.
• 3:30 – 4:00 p.m. - Arrival at Harriet Island & Shuttle Back
  We’ll wrap up at Harriet Island where a shuttle bus will be ready to bring participants back to Hidden Falls.