Dodge County Parks offers canoe/kayaking at Astico Park and Harnischfeger Parks.  Astico Park has the Crawfish River and Harnischfeger Park has the Rock River.  Exploring the both rivers by canoe or kayak is the best way to experience the river, its tranquil, nature and wildlife and the surrounding scenic countryside. Canoes/Kayaks can be rented at both parks.  Please call the Parks office at (920) 386-3700 or Astico Park at (920) 623-5274 or Harnischfeger Park (920) 474-7178 to make reservations or for more information. Walk-ins welcome, subject to staff and equipment availability.
 

Canoe/Kayak Safety Tips and Requirements
-All watercraft occupants must wear a Coast Guard Approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
-Paddlers under 18 must be with or supervised by an adult
-Be aware of the river current – canoeists should not travel in the river channel if the current
 exceeds the safe level for your ability (Do not over estimate your paddling ability)
-Stay sober.  Drugs or alcohol can seriously impair your paddling ability
-Kneel down in the canoe for better stability
-Do not exceed the watercraft weight or occupant capacity
-Be aware of your time – additional charges will accrue if rental equipment not returned on time

Wisconsin Law Provides:
A participant in a recreational activity accepts the risk inherent in the activity of which the ordinary prudent person is or should be aware.

A participant in a recreational activity is responsible to act within the limits of his or her ability, to heed all warnings regarding participation in the recreational activity, to maintain control of his or her person and equipment, devices or animals the person is using while participating in the recreational activity, to refrain from acting in any manner that may cause or contribute to injury to himself or herself or to other persons while participating in the recreational activity.