Morrall River Films is dedicated to producing video guide
books and other films for the benefit of the paddling community, and to have as much fun as we possibly can along the way.
Showcased are streams spanning a wide spectrum of paddling ability requirements, everything from slow peaceful floats to exhilarating runs down some of the Midwest's most challenging whitewater. Whether you're new to the world of paddling or a seasoned veteran, you're sure to find this video paddling guide helpful in your quest to find new a exciting rivers to explore.
sandbars, and wetlands rich with wildlife.
Mark and Merri have created this two hour, two disc, video guide book in order to give its viewers a better idea of what they can expect while paddling these streams. Some of the rivers shown are slow and peaceful, while others are fast moving with a fun, challenging current.
This guide includes; Shuttle directions with maps to follow, a comprehensive description of acceptable water levels along with where to find the current gauge data on the internet, and an overview of existing hazards and rapids. Most importantly, by watching the individual river vignettes you’ll be able to judge for yourself if you are
up to whatever challenges the river may present, and in turn, can paddle it safely.
Streams featured on the DVD include:
Big Bureau Creek Big Rock Creek Des Plaines River
Carroll Creek Elkhorn Creek Fox River
Galena River Hennipin Canal Kankakee River
Kickapoo Creek Killbuck Creek Kishwaukee River
Kyte Creek Little Vermillion Mackinaw River
Mazon River Middle Vermillion Nippersink Creek
Pecatonica River Rock River Salt Creek
Sangamon River Spoon River Sugar River
Yellow Creek
River Trails of Southern Wisconsin
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Join Morrall River Films as they paddle 30 day trips on 26 rivers, all located in the beautiful geologically diverse region of Southern Wisconsin. Here you'll find a wide range of topography and scenery, from the rivers to the west that have carved their path through tall rocky bluffs to the ones in the southeast coursing their way through the abundant lakes, ponds, and wildlife rich wetlands.
They created this two hour, two disc DVD guide book as a more substantial method for getting a feel for paddling these streams. You can read a book or view maps but that won't give you a proper perspective on what the river is really like. This DVD will broaden the scope. Use it as a tool to match your own paddling experience and skill level to your trip desires.
Each one of the 30 short river films on the discs range from 3 1/2, to 4 1/2 minutes in length. The trips themselves range from 7 to 12 miles in length, or between 3 and 6 hours of slow, enjoyable paddling. Information featured in this guide include: shuttle driving directions, locations of access points, safe water levels, and hazards such as dams, rapids, and log jams.
Streams featured on the DVD include:
Badfish Creek Baraboo River Bark River
Black River Crawfish River Crystal River
Fever River Illinois Fox River Fox River
Kickapoo River Koshkonong Creek Lacrosse River
Little Wolf River Mecan River Pecatonica River
Pine River Robinson Creek Rock River
Sugar River Trempeleau River Waupaca River
White River Wisconsin River Yahara River