Drifting Through The Driftless, Day 2 Sept 6 Events
Drifting through the Driftless with Jon Stravers and friends, Day 2:
Drifting through the Driftless with Jon Stravers and friends, Day 3: (Rescheduled from June)
September 7, 2025
The confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers near Prairie Du Chien is home to some of the most scenic and diverse habitats in the Upper Midwest.
We’ll be staying at the Country Inn and Suites just north of Prairie Du Chien off highway 35. Basic rooms go for around $150/night and we will try and get a block together. 608-326-5700 https://www.choicehotels.com/wisconsin/prairie-du-chien/country-inn-suites-hotels/wi477?mc=llgoxxpx
There is still uncertainty about possible future closures of the bridge and other factors that may affect the trip, so call Steve Simpson at 815-821-1956 or email sjsimpson56@gmail.com for the latest.
Also note that you do not need to sign on for this whole weekend but can do any segment independently. And if you are interested in this adventure but can’t do the 5-7 weekend, call Steve anyway as the date may change again. This is a unique opportunity to explore a fascinating corner of the driftless area with a man who has spent a lifetime studying birds and other wildlife in the region.
10:00 a.m. – Walking tour of the Sny Magill unit of Effigy Mounds National Monument. Meet at Sny Magill boat access point off of Iowa X56 (Great River Road) approx 8 miles south of Marquette Iowa.
11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. – lunch at Pikes Peak State Park Scenic overlook, 2 miles south of McGregor Iowa off X56. Bring your lunch and a beverage and enjoy one of the most outstanding vistas in the Midwest, overlooking the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers.
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Cruise and River stories with Jon Stravers. Departs from Marquette Marina. This is a special tour for our group and is NOT booked through the website. Contact Steve Simpson at (815) 821-1956 or sjsimpson56@gmail.com to reserve a spot. Cost is $40 dollars per person but may be reduced if we have a full boat.
Saturday Dinner is on your own but hopefully we can all agree on a place in the area
Leader: Steve Simpson (815) 821-1956, email: sjsimpson56@gmail.com.
