Activities
Get involved with the River Parkway Trust through our multiple programs for ALL ages.
Low Ropes Course
The course is perfect for any organization, business, club, or another team that wants to foster communication, leadership, problem-solving, collaboration, and trust.
Nature Walks
The River Parkway Trust's nature walk program will take you to places not usually open to the public. Along the way, you'll hear bird songs, the sounds of the river and breeze, and a sense of peace and respite that time spent in nature can provide.
Parties on the Parkway
Attended parties along the river and connect to the protected Parkway properties while supporting the River Parkway Trust.
Respite by the River
The River Parkway Trust's nature walk program will take you to places not usually open to the public. Along the way, you'll hear bird songs, the sounds of the river and breeze, and a sense of peace and respite that time spent in nature can provide.
Canoe/Kayak Tours
Paddle down the river with us! Each spring and summer the River Parkway Trust offers guided kayak and canoe tours on the San Joaquin River. Our trained guides will provide you with the necessary equipment and teach you basic paddling skills.
River Camp
River Camp, hosted by the San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust, provides a fun and safe place for campers of all ages to spend time at the river exploring, playing, making friends, and learning about nature.
School Field Trips
Take your class to the River! Give your students the chance to get out of the classroom and into the outdoors with an educational experience along the San Joaquin River. We work in partnership with the Fresno Unified School District, Madera Unified School District, and Fresno County Parks to provide experiential learning opportunities for grades K-12.
Speaker Series
The Living River Speaker Series is an opportunity to expand your knowledge about the San Joaquin River. In this inaugural series, expert presenters will explore topics relating to the history and future of water in the Central Valley.
Weekend Programs
The River Parkway Trust offers weekend programs for pre-K through high-school-aged youth as well as family-friendly events throughout the year.
Pre-School Program
The Young Explorers Enrichment Program is a nature-based program for children ages 3.5-Kindergarten. This is an extension of our Young Explorers summer camp and is designed to supplement traditional classroom preschool and kindergarten instruction through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences using nature as the classroom.