Cityscapes: Rafting the Edmonton Flow

​Before You Go

​Meeting Details

• ​Date: July 4, 2026

• ​Check-in: 8:30 AM at Capilano Park (covered picnic shelter)

• ​Shuttle departs promptly, late arrivals cannot be accommodated.

• ​Return point is Capilano Park, where your vehicle will be waiting.

​Schedule

• ​8:30 AM — Check-in

• ​9:00 AM — Shuttle departure

• ​10:00 AM — Float begins at Laurier Park

• ​11:45 AM — Rest stop (Walterdale Bridge)

• ​1:30 PM — Rest stop (Dawson Park)

• ​~3:30 PM — Arrive at Capilano Park

​What's Included

• ​Shuttle transportation

• ​Certified RiverWatch guides

• ​Commercial rafting equipment

• ​Paddle & life jacket (PFD)

• ​Guided interpretation throughout the float

• ​Lunch

​What to Bring

• ​Water bottle

• ​Sunscreen & sunglasses

• ​Hat

• ​Layers/rain jacket

• ​Secure shoes that can get wet (no flip-flops)

• ​Small backpack (optional)

​Important Rules

• ​Please arrive on time

• ​Ages 16 - 35

• ​Complete your digital waiver before arrival (will be emailed to you upon registration)

• ​No alcohol, cannabis, smoking, or vaping.

• ​No pets (service dogs only).

• ​Personal life jackets are not permitted.

• ​Follow guide instructions at all times.

• ​Pack out everything you bring.

​Physical Requirements

​This is an active rafting experience. Guests should be comfortable:

• ​Sitting in a raft for several hours

• ​Paddling during parts of the trip

• ​Walking on uneven terrain

• ​Entering and exiting the raft from natural shorelines

​Weather

​The float runs rain or shine unless RiverWatch determines conditions are unsafe (e.g. lightning, high water, severe weather).

​Parking

​Parking at Capilano Park can fill quickly.

• ​Please carpool if possible.

• ​Park only in designated stalls to avoid tickets.

​Questions? Reach out before the event so we can help at salaam@thegreenroomyeg.ca.