I’m only just catching up on your blogging, and I couldn’t agree more on this issue. I think that remaking the Cannon as an outdoor asset would be a huge benefit for Northfield (and my excuse to finally try kayaking). I’ve had more than one friend visit us in town and express bewilderment that there’s nothing to DO on the Cannon (unless you want to fish near the dam): no beach, no boat put-ins, no canoe expeditions, etc. A kayak park would be a great node on an improved cycling/walking network, too.

Thanks for posting about this issue! The Cannon River is one of our most precious resources here in Northfield.