River Action has two auction items remaining from Fish & Fire, our friendraiser and fundraiser.  We will be taking bids through May 25 for "Waiting for the Start," a photograph by Jack Willholt and a gift package from the Quad City Spine Clinic.(includes two examinations) For more details or to place your bid, contact Dan McNeil, dmcneil@riveraction.org, 563.322.2969.

River Action was named winner of the 2012 Vitality Award by The Network: Young Professionals of the Quad Cities.

The award recognizes River Actions efforts to promote paddling, bicycling, and outdoor events on the Mississippi River which attract and embrace the next generation lifestyle.

The Network, an initiative of the Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce, has membership of more than 300 Iowa and Illinois Quad City residents in their 20’s and 30’s. Awards were based on factors that affect the decisions of young professionals when choosing a place to live: vitality, earning, living, social capital, cost of lifestyle, after hours, and around town. These awards are designed to recognize organizations, cities, businesses, and individuals who significantly impact the Quad City region’s ability to attract, retain, and engage the next generation.

Online registration now available for new programs

By taking a Channel Cat Talks or Riverine Walks through River Action's Summer Education Series, you'll learn from distinguished professionals of the Quad Cities. Give yourself an education. Sign-up today!

Pre-registration for all sessions is required. If you prefer to pay at the event please, call 563-322-2969 to reserve your space.

• To download a brochure with mail-in registration form, CLICK HERE.
• To register online for Channel Cat Talks, CLICK HERE.
• To register online for Riverine Walks, CLICK HERE. (If you are a River Action member, you qualify for free admission to Riverine Walks. Rather than fill out the online shopping cart, simply call the River Action office at 563-322-2969 to reserve your Riverine Walk date and time.)

Welcome to the online version of eddy Magazine - River Action's quarterly publication about life, development, and culture on the Mississippi River in the greater Quad Cities area. We hope you enjoy the articles and beautiful pictures.

Be sure to let our advertisers know you saw their ad in eddy Magazine and appreciate them supporting River Action. Interested in advertising in eddy Magazine? Click here to download a complete media kit with advertising rates.

To receive a hardcopy of eddy Magazine, become a member of River Action.

CLICK HERE to view previous issues of eddy Magazine.

River Action has a full slate of Mississippi River fun planned for 2012. Mark these dates on your calender and keep up to date with us on our Google+ or Facebook pages.

• Channel Cat Talks & Riverine Walks - June-August
• Ride the River Father's Day Bike Ride - June 17
• Floatzilla - August 18
• Senior Golf Cart Tour of RiverWay Trails - September 6
• Taming of the Slough - September 15
• Upper MIssissippi River Conference - September 26-28

Interested in volunteering for any of these events? Let us know!