Summer has officially arrived the first time we go kayaking in Missouri for the season. Life on the water is just natural for those of us who live in Missouri, and most of us survive those brutally cold and snowy winters by counting down the days until we can bask in the sun on a float. Explore Missouri’s Meramec River aboard a kayak with Old Cove Canoe & Kayak this summer.

Slip into the water for a kayaking adventure with Old Cove Canoe & Kayak in Saint Clair, an outdoor outfitter that earns rave reviews from outdoor lovers.

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Old Cove Canoe & Kayak offers several float trips along the Meramec River, so you can choose the one with which you are most comfortable.

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If you prefer a short but sweet float, opt for the short float trip, a leisurely 4.5-mile journey that takes between two and three hours.

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The long float trip, on the other hand, tallies 9.5 miles and takes between five and six hours. It’s perfect if you want to while the day away on the water.

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You can also book a one-of-a-kind rafting adventure. It, too, offers short and long floats.

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Does a day on the water just not seem like enough time? It doesn’t have to be - as long as you have a group of 10 or more adventurers.

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An overnight camping adventure is available for groups of 10 or more. Spend your day floating along the river then stay at a primitive camp riverside for one or two nights.

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Reservations can be made online. However, keep in mind that Old Cove Canoe & Kayak is only open Friday through Sunday and on holidays.

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Book your float trip on the official website of Old Cove Canoe & Kayak. Or, stop by its Facebook page.

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Where’s your favorite place to go kayaking in Missouri? Let us know in the comments! Are you a beginner kayaker? Plan your first kayaking adventure on Lake Taneycomo.

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