Family Day in Downtown

Attention all river rats! This is the event you do not want to miss. The 4th annual Celebrate the Chippewa River event is teaming up with Family Day in Downtown this year on July 8. Centered in Phoenix Park, the festival will highlight family life in Downtown, the City of Eau Claire, and the Chippewa River. River activities will be taking place at The Point, where the Eau Claire and Chippewa River converge. Activities will include canoe and kayak paddles, bank fishing, a guided bike ride, and the WDNR will be shocking fish and bringing them to shore for observation. All activities are free and begin at 2:00 p.m. You must bring your own bike and helmet. Canoes and kayaks will be provided. Paddles will run every hour. Come early to sign up for a spot! A shuttle will be available at Hobbs Ice Arena to bring people back to Phoenix Park. This event is sponsored by the WDNR.