Cancer Exercise Rx

We hope you will be able to join us Thursday, July 14th from 9-11am at Idaho River Sports for River Discovery's Paddle Out Cancer event. The weather looks like it will be excellent paddling weather - Sunny in the high 60's. Be sure to dress accordingly.
You will participate in up to 2 hours of Stand Up Paddle Boarding at Quinn's Pond compliments of River Discovery from 5-7p. If you choose to bring a partner please know that they are asked to pay a $10 fee.

Idaho River Sports
601 N. Whitewater Park Blvd.
Located on Quinn's Pond
& Esther Simplot Park
Boise, Idaho 83702

Betsy will be there to support you if you need assistance.

We hope you will be able to join us tomorrow, Thursday, June 9th from 9-11am at Idaho River Sports for River Discovery's Paddle Out Cancer event. The weather looks like it will be excellent paddling weather - Sunny in the high 60's. Be sure to dress accordingly.

You will participate in up to 2 hours of Stand Up Paddle Boarding at Quinn's Pond compliments of River Discovery from 9a-11a. If you choose to bring a partner please know that they are asked to pay a $10 fee.

Idaho River Sports
601 N. Whitewater Park Blvd.
Located on Quinn's Pond
& Esther Simplot Park
Boise, Idaho 83702
Telephone: 208-336-4844

Emily, Kathi and Becky will be there to support you if you need assistance.

Physical Activity and Cancer Fact Sheet A fact sheet that summarizes evidence linking physical activity (including exercise) to reduced cancer risk and sedentary behavior (including prolonged sitting) to increased cancer risk.

Reminder that Lottery Registration for multiple day trips closes March 31, 2022.

We are trying to focus on filling the 3-day Lower Salmon River trip for healthcare providers who have experienced cancer.

1-Day Family Rafting Adventures and Paddle Out Cancer sessions are open until full with limited space available.

Learn more and register here:
https://www.riverdiscovery.org/adventures/

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