WHO: Veterans, their friends & family (age 10+), and civilian volunteers

WHAT: Camp, hike, and paddle

WHEN: May 22-25

WHERE: Pere Marquette State Park, Duncan Hill Rd, Grafton, IL 62037 – Duncan Hill Group Campground

Registration Deadline: April 25, 2026

Organized by TRR Central Region & Team Red, White, & Blue

Join this Memorial Day Weekend for camaraderie and challenge, camping, hiking, kayaking, and more. We will have games, prizes, and raffles, which will include limited horseback riding.

Free for Veterans with a refundable registration fee. Non-refundable for any non-Veteran companions, including children over 10. $50 per person due at registration.

Open to all skill levels. We will have lake paddles, which will be relaxing and an excellent introduction to paddling. We will also have moving water river kayaking. We will have experienced kayakers from Team River Runner (TRR), Mississippi River Water Trail Association (MRWTA), the Alpine Shop, and the Missouri Whitewater Association (MWA). We will have a finite number of kayaks and gear (life jackets, paddles), so requests are first-come. Please bring your own paddling gear if you have some.

Pere Marquette is offering us free camping at the group site. Cabins and a room in the lodge are available to rent (arrange that on your own). Simple meals will be provided.