FRIENDS OF POOL 9 Cancels July 16 MRAD Event
After much consideration, the Friends of Pool 9 Board of Directors have decided to cancel the Mississippi River Adventure Day scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, 2013.
Dangerous currents and high water levels laden with agricultural sediments and other substances could place children in an unsafe and unhealthy situation. The success of the event involves students being in the river water during several activities. The canoe adventure added another level of risk and was a major part of the decision to cancel.
While Friends of Pool 9 regrets the disappointment this decision will mean to area children, it is the wise and prudent thing to do at this time. All participants, presenters, cooperating agencies, food staff, and volunteers will be notified of the cancellation.
Have a safe and enjoyable summer on the Mississippi when it’s back to normal, and watch for another Mississippi River Adventure Day in years to come.
After much consideration, the Friends of Pool 9 Board of Directors have decided to cancel the Mississippi River Adventure Day scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, 2013.
Dangerous currents and high water levels laden with agricultural sediments and other substances could place children in an unsafe and unhealthy situation. The success of the event involves students being in the river water during several activities. The canoe adventure added another level of risk and was a major part of the decision to cancel.
While Friends of Pool 9 regrets the disappointment this decision will mean to area children, it is the wise and prudent thing to do at this time. All participants, presenters, cooperating agencies, food staff, and volunteers will be notified of the cancellation.
Have a safe and enjoyable summer on the Mississippi when it’s back to normal, and watch for another Mississippi River Adventure Day in years to come.
