It's the Annual Asskicker - 20 Miles on the Kaw!

It's that time again!

20 miles on the Kaw, the heat, the low flow, and the duration make this annual event a real challenge—usually! Spend the entire day with the Dirty Girls on the Kansas River. We will paddle and search for the channel, or maybe even walk a bit. We will also explore the sandbars, have some water fights, and enjoy a really great day! This event will take you from Lawrence to DeSoto. This event is NOT for novice paddlers; it is a long, hot day on the Kaw. This requires strength, endurance, and heat tolerance - usually! We have gotten lucky a few times over the years and enjoyed a long day with reasonable temperatures and great flow rates. It's always a good day, and it's a great annual tradition to enjoy!

REQUIREMENTS: If you haven't paddled the Kaw before, you must be cleared as a paddler through Denise and Jennifer - email us with your paddling experience @YWR2ZW50dXJlIHwgZGlydHlnaXJsYWR2ZW50dXJlcyAhIG5ldA==

You will receive a detailed informational email with maps and the location of gear drop and check-in two days before the event once you have pre-registered.

HERE'S the PLAN for the Day!

*OYO means you own your own gear

7:30 am GEAR DROP: OYO's will gear drop in Lawrence at the River Trails - you will stage your boat and gear, then head to DeSoto to board the bus.

8:30 am EVERYONE WILL CHECK IN at the DeSoto River Access Ramp to load the bus for a ride to our starting point in Lawrence.

Bring: Sunscreen, a GALLON of WATER, electrolyte replacements, plenty of hearty snacks and lunch, and beverages of choice.

WEAR: Clothing that can get damp and dry quickly, sun-protective clothing, a sarong or light fabric to get wet and drape across your body to stay cool, a hat, and water shoes. FLIP FLOPS and CROCS ARE NOT OK.

Expected time commitment: Seriously, ALL DAY! We usually finish paddling early evening. However long it takes, we don't rush the river — we go with the flow!

Regular Rental: $65

Club Rental: $55

OYO = Own your own kayak and gear

Regular OYO: $55

Club OYO: $45

IF THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT AND YOU'D LIKE TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITING LIST, EMAIL US AT QURWRU5UVVJFIHwgRElSVFlHSVJMQURWRU5UVVJFUyAhIE5FVA==

Dirty Girl Adventures Event Refund Policy: Refunds are granted up to two weeks before the event when requested via email to YWR2ZW50dXJlIHwgZGlydHlnaXJsYWR2ZW50dXJlcyAhIG5ldA==. After that, no refunds are available. Dirty Girl Adventures may cancel an event due to weather or other conditions. Everyone will be refunded if that is the case. We will paddle and hike in cool, rainy, or snowy weather. Cancellation only occurs in severe weather or dangerous conditions.

What are you paying for? Dirty Girl Adventures, LLC will organize the event, provide a guide, support on the trail, and offer docent information throughout the day. We will monitor weather and conditions to ensure safety. Our knowledgeable guide service includes a lead guide and a sweep guide during the hike. Trail support includes first aid, environmental and locale knowledge, safety monitoring, pacing, and interpretive information about the environment and location.

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