Upcoming Events

Paddle with a Purpose with MNRR

Riverside Park 200 Levee St, Yankton, SD, United States

Join park rangers from the Missouri National Recreational River for Paddle with a Purpose, a combined litter cleanup and kayak float to experience, enjoy, and protect the Missouri National Recreational River Water Trail. The kayak float will begin at the Chief White Crane Boat Ramp near Lake Yankton and end at Riverside Park in Yankton, […]

Kayak Clinic with MNRR

Lake Yankton 31323 Toe Rd, Yankton, SD, United States

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering FREE kayaking clinics this summer from 9 AM to 12 PM every other Wednesday beginning June 10th and every Sunday starting June 21st through September 2. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off […]

Free

Freedom 250 Friday with MNRR

Dakota Territorial Capitol Building Levee St., Yankton, South Dakota

Join park ranger from the Missouri National Recreational River on Friday mornings at the Dakota Territorial Capitol Building for "Freedom 250 Friday." This is a come-and-go event were youth and folks of all ages can come and participate in games, crafts, trivia, and more to learn about the Missouri River, its history, wildlife, and more. […]

Free

Homestead Day

Pierson Ranch Recreation Area 4 miles west of Yankton, SD, Yankton, SD, United States

Homestead Day is an event hosted by South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks that includes many different historical activities and exhibits for the whole family. The activities range from making (and eating) homemade ice cream and butter, finding gold using a mining sluice, wearing old timey clothes, visiting with a modern day honey farmer, viewing […]

605 Unity Jam

Wagner Lake, Wagner SD 101-157 Walnut Ave NW, Wagner, SD, United States

The 605 Unity Jam is a Jamboree of Art, Food, & Music! The goal is to bring cultures together at an event where everyone is welcome! Activities include: Live Music Outdoor church service Buffalo Art Arts and Craft Vendor Show Youth Powwow Native and Czech Dance Demonstrations Bean Bag Tournament Youth Fishing Derby & More! […]

River Honoring Ceremony @ Clay County Park

Clay County Park Vermillion, SD, United States

The 2026 River Honoring Ceremony will be held riverside at Clay County Park on Sunday, June 14, from 5-9PM. Community potluck dinner begins at 5, followed by 2 speakers from the local Native community, 2 local bands, NPS Kids' River Trailer, and other activities for the kiddos. All are welcome, if you'd like, please bring […]

Freedom 250 Friday with MNRR

Dakota Territorial Capitol Building Levee St., Yankton, South Dakota

Join park rangers from the Missouri National Recreational River on Friday mornings at the Dakota Territorial Capitol Building for "Freedom 250 Friday." This is a come-and-go event were youth and folks of all ages can come and participate in games, crafts, trivia, and more to learn about the Missouri River, its history, wildlife, and more. […]

Free

River Float with MNRR and Ponca State Park

Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26E, Ponca, Nebraska

Join National Park Service rangers and naturalist staff from Ponca State Park for a kayak float on the Missouri River. Paddle about 8 river miles from the North Ponca Addition to Ponca State Park Boat Ramp. See wildlife, experience the beauty of the river, and learn from rangers and naturalists! Paddlers must have kayaking experience. […]

Free

Fishing Clinic with MNRR

Chief White Crane Recreation Area 31323 Toe Rd, Yankton, South Dakota

Park ranger from the Missouri National Recreational River are hosting weekly fishing clinics on Saturday mornings this summer. Join them to learn the basics of knot tying, casting, conservation, and more! These FREE fishing clinics are great opportunities for kids to practice their skills. Fishing gear will be provided for participants to use. No registration […]

Free

Kayak Clinic with MNRR

Lake Yankton 31323 Toe Rd, Yankton, SD, United States

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering FREE kayaking clinics this summer from 9 AM to 12 PM every other Wednesday beginning June 10th and every Sunday starting June 21st through September 2. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off […]

Free

Freedom 250 Friday with MNRR

Dakota Territorial Capitol Building Levee St., Yankton, South Dakota

Join park rangers from the Missouri National Recreational River on Friday mornings at the Dakota Territorial Capitol Building for "Freedom 250 Friday." This is a come-and-go event were youth and folks of all ages can come and participate in games, crafts, trivia, and more to learn about the Missouri River, its history, wildlife, and more. […]

Free

Fishing Clinic with MNRR

Chief White Crane Recreation Area 31323 Toe Rd, Yankton, South Dakota

Park ranger from the Missouri National Recreational River are hosting weekly fishing clinics on Saturday mornings this summer. Join them to learn the basics of knot tying, casting, conservation, and more! These FREE fishing clinics are great opportunities for kids to practice their skills. Fishing gear will be provided for participants to use. No registration […]

Free