| July 10, 1999, The Humboldt County Des Moines River Restoration Committee
held a fund raiser to help restore the Rutland Dam and enhance facilities
at the park. More than 800 plastic ducks were sponsored, at $10 per
duck. I enjoyed watching the duck races and meeting people at the
post-race picnic.
The people of Humboldt County are very friendly, very conservation-oriented, and knowledgeable about the benefits of a river trail. I enjoyed meeting many of you with whom I've corresponded. |
A Day at the Races, Helping to Save the Rutland Dam and Park
| Rutland Dam, rusty gates and all, is scenic and historic |
| Rick Rappel, T-shirt designer, models the "Got my Ducks in a Row" T-shirt |