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Whitewater Challenge

Justin DeVore

Water has been a challenge this spring for many Iowa communities as excessive rainfall sends residents heading for higher ground. This weekend, Charles City officials, in the north central part of the state, are hoping thousands will run toward the Cedar River instead of away from it. It's the site of the second Whitewater Challenge where kayakers and other paddlers play in the water for fun and sport.

Credit Justin Devore
A kayaker makes his way along one of the features in the Charles City Whitewater Park

Pat Blank is the host of All Things Considered