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All participants on Trips 1-3 need to provide their own transportation to
Valentine and back to South Sioux City . Participants on Trips 1-3 are also
responsible for hotel reservations in Valentine on Saturday night prior to
the float trips (and, if desired, on Sunday night for those on Trips 1 or 2).

Trip 1 - Niobrara River - Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge to Graham’s Camp
Sunday, May 7 ( 8:00 am; fast-water float–Class I–via canoe or kayak)

A one-day guided float (14 miles) on the Niobrara National Scenic River. Put in on the Fort Niobrara NWR near Valentine, NE, and float through a six-mile stretch of designated wilderness where paddlers may see beaver, mink, great-blue heron, osprey, turtles, and bison. Walk the Fort Falls Nature Trail. At Smith Falls State Park, view Nebraska’s tallest falls (63’) and hike the McAllister Nature Trail. Numerous waterfalls, pine-clad hills, and steep, white cliffs are added scenic attractions. Enjoy lunch, and a catered steak dinner and campfire at Graham’s Camp. Return to a hotel in Valentine or camp out at Graham’s Camp (additional fee of $15 includes tent, camping and Monday breakfast). Drive back to South Sioux City on Monday (4-5 hour drive).

Limit: 30
Cost: $65 (or $80)

Trip 2 - Niobrara River - Berry Bridge to Wildcat Camp
Sunday, May 7 ( 8:00 am; fast-water float–Class II–via canoe or kayak)

A one-day guided float (14 miles) on the Niobrara National Scenic River. View Berry Falls and the historic Berry Bridge. At Smith Falls State Park see Nebraska’s tallest falls (63’) and hike the McAllister Nature Trail. Eat a riverside lunch at Graham’s Camp. Enjoy Big Cedar Creek Falls, paddle past Fritz’s Island, climb Stairstep Falls, and learn about The Nature Conservancy’s Niobrara Valley Preserve. Take out at Wildcat Camp and return to Graham’s Camp for a catered steak dinner and campfire. Return to a hotel in Valentine or camp out at Graham’s Camp (additional fee of $15 includes tent, camping and Monday breakfast). Drive back to South Sioux City on Monday (4-5 hour drive).

Limit: 30
Cost: $65 (or $80)

Trip 3 - Niobrara River - Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge to Wildcat Camp
Sunday-Monday, May 7-8 (8:00 am; fast-water float–Class II– via canoe or kayak)

This will be the same float trip as Trip 1 (top), with all participants camping at Graham’s Camp. The following morning after breakfast participants will float to Wildcat Camp. A catered steak dinner Sunday evening, as well as Monday breakfast and lunch on both days, will be provided. Tents are provided—bring a sleeping bag and pad, as well as personal items.

Limit: 30
Cost: $125