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July 10, 2023Des Moines, Iowa | By: Tyrell Childress
DES MOINES, Iowa - Rivers across Iowa are busy with paddlers, swimmers, and people searching for fossils or exploring sandbars. Which makes it that more important to practice simple steps for a fun and safe time on the river.
River Program Outreach Coordinator with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Todd Robertson, warns of one major problem some might encounter...called strainers
Robertson also emphasizes staying clear of hazards. And above everything else, always wear a lifejacket.