Events for June 19 - June 6

Since 2005, volunteers at the Missouri River Cleanup in Yankton, SD have collected more than 100 tons of trash! Join us for the Missouri River Cleanup on Saturday, May 2nd from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm at Yankton’s Riverside Park. We will spend the morning cleaning up the river by picking up litter and debris. […]

This summer, four paddlers are attempting to break the world record for fastest paddle down the Missouri River. That's 2,341 miles. From Three Forks, MT to St. Louis, MO. Paddling 24/7. In less than 33 days, 18 hours & 45 minutes! Come meet the Missouri River Speed Record Paddlers to learn all about their epic […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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! […]

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 […]

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. […]

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. […]

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 […]