Lifetime firsts!
One of the interesting aspects of giving canoe rides at Riverfest is that most of those who are lifetime Youngstown-area residents had never before been on the Mahoning River. Most are surprised at how pretty and peaceful it is. For them, it is a real eye-opener.
Giving rides is also an opportunity to deliver a safety message about the dangers of low-head dams and the importance of staying away from them. Nearly all of the individuals who rode with me were unaware of them and the dangers they pose.
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