Kayaking Tour & Wine Tasting on the Mississippi River
It’s a Kayaking Tour & Wine Tasting on the Mississippi River
With who? MG-Travels, Above the Falls Sports & Amusée!
Designed especially for those who love wine and appreciate the idea of exploring the Mississippi River, our kayak and wine tour offers an elegant way to discover our city.
Venture out on the beautiful Mississippi River in Downtown Minneapolis for an afternoon of paddling, followed-by a guided wine and cheese tasting by sommelier Leslee D. Miller, owner of Amusée.
Meeting at Bassett Creek along the West River Road, we’ll start the adventure learning the basics of kayaking. This includes both safety and paddling techniques to make sure that everyone is comfortable out on the water. Next we’ll head north along the West Bank of the Mississippi River to Bassett Creek inlet, where we’ll hone our paddling skills and explore a beautiful urban tunnel. We’ll paddle north to Broadway Avenue, where we’ll “ferry” across the river, before exploring the beauty of Boom Island Park. We’ll then paddle south to the Nicollet Island Channel, finding ourselves in a quiet, secluded natural oasis in the heart of our city. As we exit the Channel, we’ll keep our eyes open for Bald Eagles, Great Blue Heron, River Otter, and more. We’ll finish our kayak tour by “ferrying” our boats back across the river to Bassett Creek, enjoying the amazing view of the Minneapolis skyline from the river.
After an afternoon of exhilarating kayaking, we’ll head cross the West River Parkway and meet in a privately owned garden space within the Itasca Lofts to enjoy a guided wine and cheese tasting by Sommelier Leslee D. Miller of Amusée.
EVENT DETAILS
COST: $150 per guest
DEPARTURE: Above the Falls Sports (120 3rd Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55401). *Or Bassett Creek?
Please arrive at 1:00 PM to check in.
RETURN: The kayak trip concludes about 4:00 PM, returning to Bassett Creek. Wine & Cheese Tasting in a privately owned garden space within the Itasca Lofts, begins around 4:30pm. Boutique Wine & Artisanal Cheese tasting to follow (approx 2hrs).
WHAT TO WEAR? Clothes you don’t mind getting splashed, preferably non-cotton athletic material. Bring a windbreaker, hat and river shoes such as dive boots, Tevas or old tennis shoes. Bring a dry change of clothes that will be waiting for you at the Itasca Lofts.
WHAT TO BRING? Water, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat. Snacks will be provided while kayaking (Cliff Bars, Trail Mix)
PLEASE NOTE: River conditions are variable; if conditions are deemed unfavorable or unsafe, we will notify you of the reschedule date or offer a refund.
EXPERIENCE NEEDED? You do not need to have experience kayaking, but confidence in and on the water will help you enjoy the day.
THE KAYAKS: Kayaks will be two-person sit-on-top sea kayaks which are very stable, or classic “sit inside” decked kayaks for more experienced kayakers. Personal flotation devices (life vests) will be provided and are mandatory for each paddler.
Call Manu today @ 612.245.7867 to reserve your spot today, space is limited!