The Rotary Club of San Marcos sponsored an educational and recreational event for children, teens and family at the Olympic Outdoor Center on the San Marcos River on October 12. Julie Hollar, from the San Marcos Youth Service Bureau (YSB), coordinated the daylong educational experience for youth to learn about the river ecosystem and experience the sport of kayaking. YSB is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides after school and summer educational and recreational programs for 11–17-year-olds.
The equipment, training, and education about the river and kayaking was provided by Ben Kvanli, a former Olympic kayaker. He spoke about the river ecosystem, kayaking, safety, and the importance of caring for habitat. Rotary and Texas State University Rotaract Club volunteers helped with safety gear and accompanied the youth down the river. The event was funded by the Rotary Club and a grant from Rotary District 5840. Texas State Rotaract Club Rotary Club of San Marcos TX San Marcos Ysb Rotary District 5840 - South Central Texas