Floatzilla 2023 registration is live and we are ready to beat the record!
If you registered for Floatzilla 2022 but weren't able to attend, please stop by the River Action office to pick up your packet and shirt. If you live outside the Quad Cities area, we are happy to mail your packet. Email raporgrams@riveraction.org, or call us at 563-322-2969 and let us know.
Floatzilla, August 19th, 2023
Welcome to River Action's annual paddle event on the Mississippi River, Floatzilla! In August, paddlers will launch from five sites across the Quad Cities to take over the river for the day. We work with the US Coast Guard to close the river and have a team of safety boats on the water to make sure everyone makes it to Lake Potter in Rock Island, IL, safely. At Lake Potter there are a selection of local food trucks and live music for participants to enjoy. At 2:30 we will all gather at the center of the lake for a HUGE group photo! After the picture we provide shuttles back to the launch sites.
This year we are teaming up with Alternating Currents to make both events, that much better! Find more information HERE.
Come out for a great time and help us set a world record!.
Don't have a kayak or canoe? Check out our list of outfitters that serve Floatzilla. Our outfitters can work with you to get you Floatzilla ready! Please confirm your launch site and time with your outfitter as soon as possible. If changes need to be made they are easier to get done early. Find our list of outfitters HERE.
Included in your registration fee, River Action provides a shuttle service from Sunset Park back to each of the launch sites.
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Packet pick up will be held at the Credit Island Lodge at 2200 W River Dr, Davenport, IA 52802. To get there stay straight at the fork once you get on Credit Island. The lodge is the brick building on the right. Please come get your packets at the lodge between 5-7 PM on Friday, August 19.
Kayak Fishing Tournament
This year River Action will be hosting a FREE Kayak Fishing Tournament at Credit Island from 5-8 PM on August 19. Bring your kayak and fishing gear and join in on the fun after grabbing your packet. in order to participate you need:
- Kayak
- Fishing pole
- Valid Iowa OR Illinois fishing license
River Action will be providing bait and a yardstick to measure your catches (be sure to take a picture before releasing!). There will be a prize for first place!
Positions include:
Packet pick-up at Credit Island Lodge on Friday, Aug. 19
Registration, parking assistance, unloading boats, and launch assistance at multiple locations (Bass Street YMCA, Leach Park, Lindsay Park Yacht Club, Marquette Street, and Lake Potter) on Saturday
Set up and clean up at Lake Potter
Portage assistance on Sylvan Island
Sign up today!
Call (563) 322-2969 or email riveraction@riveraction.org with questions.
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