Louisa County Conservation is giving the public a chance to explore the Odessa Water Trail. They’re loaning unreserved canoes and kayaks on a first come first served basis today from 10am to 6pm and tomorrow from 2 to 6pm at Snively Campground on County Road X61, three miles east of Wapello. The boat, paddle, life jackets and a map of the water trail are included in the loan. There will also be educational programs. A naturalist will be on site today to talk about how pearls are formed, and tomorrow Lake Odessa’s geological features will be discussed.