Canoeing New York

Volunteers - Help with our public program! - Free Kayaking for everyone!

**DATE CHANGED DUE TO WEATHER!** **It’s predicted to be rainy and cold on Saturday - not a great day for paddling. The weather on Monday is looking much better, so we are rescheduling our embayment from Saturday to Monday, May 25th.** **If you are able to help on Monday - great! If you aren’t able to make it on Monday, please change your RSVP as soon as possible so someone else can fill your spot.** **Updated roles will be posted.** **If you want to kayak/paddle board without volunteering just show up anytime on this date between 10:00 AM and 4:30 PM!** Our full schedule and details can be found [HERE](https://sites.google.com/hobokencoveboathouse.org/hccb/free-paddle-days) *** This meetup is for volunteers to run our public program. This program exists only because of you! We can always use the help. No experience is necessary to volunteer. We'll show you the ropes on the spot :) Let us know if you would like to assist with **desk/beach/patrol** (Desk and patrol requires previous training)**.** The lead will do their best to give you your prefer choice but it'll depend on experience and where help is needed. *If you can, please sign up for both morning and afternoon!* Our first shift for our first embayment is fully staffed! Thank you everyone for volunteering! Roles are posted below. If you have questions, or need a different role, please send me a message! We are counting on you! If you cannot make it, please change your RSVP as soon as possible so a replacement can be found. This shift is now fully staffed - no one else will be moved from the waiting list unless someone cancels. If you didn’t make it in for this shift, please: • Sign up for one of the other two shifts for this day: • Sign up for next week: • If this is the only time slot you have available, feel free to join the waiting list in case someone cancels. • If you would like to work on special projects for this shift, please send me a message. Embayment Roles - May 23, 2026 Overall Lead - Naomi Shift 1: Desk: 1 Desk Lead - Liz 2 Desk Lead in Training (Optional) - Patzsophie 3 Life Jackets - Charlotte Beach: 1 Beach Lead - Drew 2 Paddle Lesson Teacher (can rotate) - Meg C. 3 Launch/Land Boats - Margaux 4 Launch/Land Boats - Sejal 5 Launch/Land Boats - Zane 6 Launch/Land Boats - Kap 7 Launch/Land Boats - John Lead and Lead in Training also help with Launch and Land Cove: 1 Cove Lead - Kim 2 Cove Patrol - Aleksander 3 Cove Patrol - Jose SUP: 1 SUP trainer - Abishek and Himanshu Special Projects (optional): Special projects include boathouse cleaning and organizing, boat repair, and other projects. We will have a running list. Special projects lead will select a project they feel comfortable taking on. If the beach is not busy, extra volunteers from the beach can help with special projects. 1 Special Projects Lead - Chris

Volunteers - Help with our public program! - Free Kayaking for everyone!

**If you want to kayak/paddle board without volunteering just show up anytime on this date between 10: 00 AM and 4:30 PM!** Our full schedule and details can be found [HERE](https://sites.google.com/hobokencoveboathouse.org/hccb/free-paddle-days) *** This meetup is for volunteers to run our public program. This program exists only because of you! We can always use the help. No experience is necessary to volunteer. We'll show you the ropes on the spot :) Let us know if you would like to assist with **desk/beach/patrol** (Desk and patrol requires previous training)**.** The lead will do their best to give you your prefer choice but it'll depend on experience and where help is needed. *If you can, please sign up for both morning and afternoon!* **Overall Lead:** Daniel







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Volunteers - Help with our public program! - Free Kayaking for everyone!

**If you want to kayak/paddle board without volunteering just show up anytime on this date between 10: 00 AM and 4:30 PM!** Our full schedule and details can be found [HERE](https://sites.google.com/hobokencoveboathouse.org/hccb/free-paddle-days) *** This meetup is for volunteers to run our public program. This program exists only because of you! We can always use the help. No experience is necessary to volunteer. We'll show you the ropes on the spot :) Let us know if you would like to assist with **desk/beach/patrol** (Desk and patrol requires previous training)**.** The lead will do their best to give you your prefer choice but it'll depend on experience and where help is needed. *If you can, please sign up for both morning and afternoon!* **Overall Lead:** Daniel



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Learn River Canoeing, Solo or Tandem, in Lehighton, PA

**[>> REGISTER HERE <<](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000014M6D2AU/act00019921)** Note: Registration for canoe instructional weekend closes Jun 5. Interested applicants must go to AMC NY NoJ link above to apply for the Moving Water Instructional. Joining trip via Meetup site will not register individuals for the event. Description: **One weekend of instruction, practice and feedback by a team with trained canoe teachers. Learn the strokes and maneuvers to safely and adventurously enjoy canoeing in fast or slow moving creeks and rivers.** **Opportunity to join us for follow-up trips to occur in PA, MA, NJ and NY.** **Learn the terminology and practice strokes & techniques for:** **Stopping** **Ferries** **Eddy turns** **Peel outs** **River reading** **Learn basic swiftwater safety:** **Self-rescue** **Safety gear & use** **River hazards** **Course includes camping fees & breakfasts/dinners for the weekend, plus free boat rental all season for AMC trips. Members price extends to current KCCNY & AMC members. Returning students upgrading their skills attend at half price. Teens welcomed if accompanied by a participating parent or legal guardian also attending as a student.** **For those registering for Solo Canoe instruction, we require some paddling experience plus instructor approval. For those registering for Tandem Canoe instruction, no prior experience needed. You can let leaders know if you are interested in solo or tandem canoe instruction in a message or after application submittal and subsequent vetting discussion. Must be able to lift 35-55 pound boats with some help. Must be comfortable swimming in deep, moving water while wearing a personal flotation device. Must be able to sit in a boat for several hours at a time.** **All days of the weekend of instruction are essential and required. Apply here. Those approved will be registered . Classes fill fast.** **Friends or family might opt to take this similar course as kayakers, since we share the location, date and camping fun. Students arrange their own car pools to pick up boats & gear at barn, where we fit you for equipment and give crucial guidance on how to safely car top a boat.** **Questions welcomed. Please email canoe instructors Chris Viani / cwviani@gmail.com (solo) or please text to Charles Michener / cell: 917-370-1591 (tandem) with questions or concerns.** **If you cannot attend for any reason, please cancel online and contact the leader as soon as possible in order to make your space available to others.** **Cancellations up to June 5, 2026 will be fully refunded. There are no refunds for cancellations after June 5, 2026** **Costs** **150.00 USD - New Student, Member Rate - Includes camping fees, rentals, some meals, instruction. AMC member rate is extended to current AMC and KCCNY members.** **180.00 USD - New Student, Non-member Rate - Includes camping fees, rentals, some meals, instruction.** **75.00 USD - Returning Student, Member Rate - Includes camping fees, rentals, some meals, instruction. AMC member rate is extended to current AMC and KCCNY members.** **90.00 USD - Returning Student, Non-member Rate - Includes camping fees, rentals, some meals, instruction.)**

Volunteers - Help with our public program! - Free Kayaking for everyone!

**DATE CHANGED DUE TO WEATHER!** **It’s predicted to be rainy and cold on Saturday - not a great day for paddling. The weather on Monday is looking much better, so we are rescheduling our embayment from Saturday to Monday, May 25th.** **If you are able to help on Monday - great! If you aren’t able to make it on Monday, please change your RSVP as soon as possible so someone else can fill your spot.** **Updated roles will be posted.** **If you want to kayak/paddle board without volunteering just show up anytime on this date between 10: 00 AM and 4:30 PM!** Our full schedule and details can be found [HERE](https://sites.google.com/hobokencoveboathouse.org/hccb/free-paddle-days) *** Second shift for our first embayment is fully staffed! Thank you everyone for volunteering! Roles are posted below. If you have questions, or need a different role, please send me a message! We are counting on you! If you cannot make it, please change your RSVP as soon as possible so a replacement can be found. This shift is now fully staffed - no one else will be moved from the waiting list unless someone cancels. If you didn’t make it in for this shift, please: • Sign up for one of the other two shifts for this day: • Sign up for next week: • If this is the only time slot you have available, feel free to join the waiting list in case someone cancels. • If you would like to work on special projects for this shift, please send me a message. Shift 2: Desk: 1 Desk Lead - Cheryl and Jenna 2 Life Jackets - Shristika Beach: 1 Beach Lead - Drew 2 Beach Lead in Training - Kim 3 Paddle Lesson Teacher (can rotate) - Taniscui 4 Launch/Land Boats - Giovanna 5 Launch/Land Boats - Kiah 6 Launch/Land Boats - Claudia 7 Launch/Land Boats - Chris L Lead and Lead in Training also help with Launch and Land Cove: 1 Cove Lead - Aleksander 2 Cove Lead in Training - Claire 3 Cove Patrol - Chris L. SUP: 1 SUP trainer - Kathryn and Abhishek This meetup is for volunteers to run our public program. This program exists only because of you! We can always use the help. No experience is necessary to volunteer. We'll show you the ropes on the spot :) Let us know if you would like to assist with **desk/beach/patrol** (Desk and patrol requires previous training)**.** The lead will do their best to give you your prefer choice but it'll depend on experience and where help is needed. *If you can, please sign up for both morning and afternoon!*

Ochard Beach tbd...

**PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP!** Its the 4 of July weekend so lets paddle a day before the holiday. **Please get there early to park, change and be ready to launch at 11:30 am.** This is a very scenic paddle of islands, a light house, shore birds depending which direction we go. We may crossover to LI, Sands Point beach. In the past we saw dolphins & occasionally seals. Please be flexible, conditions determine where we go once we're out in the sound. Tides at New Rochelle - Hi tide 1:50 pm, 7.09'; Lo tide 7:43 pm, 1.02', ebb 11:23 am, slack 2:46 pm, sunset 8:23 pm, moon waning gibbous. **Meetup will not let me change the map pin.** **The kayak dock is near the exit of the Orchard Beach parking lot on Park Dr.** *We do not launch from the beach.* Note the Parking fee has gone up: $12 on weekends, $10 during the week. Bathrooms are by the boardwalk (**straight back in the parking lot to the right of the playground**) go there 1st after entering and then proceed to the launch area. Unload your boat on the side in the grass, do not block the launch area, then park your car in the lot. Intermediate paddlers only please, This is not for beginners, sea kayaks 14' minimum. No SOT's, SUP's, Inflatables, rafts, or pets - surf skis OK. You should be able to paddle 10+ miles in a day at a pace and know how to paddle with waves, winds, wakes, boat traffic and how to self/assist rescue. Approximate distance to be covered 10-14 miles. We will be crossing boat channels, please stay together and cross in a pod so we are visible to the boat traffic and give them a way around us. Weather can change at any time so please be flexible as paddle conditions can change. Bring water, lunch, snacks, change of clothes anything you need for a day trip. Pack a change of clothes in a dry bag in your kayak and have a polar fleece to keep warm in case of a swim. Waivers must be signed if you haven't paddled with us this season. My cell if needed (845) 548-2198. Please be kind, anyone who signs up and is a no-show 2X w/o changing their RSVP will be put on a waitlist for future outings and only allowed if space permits. Check back the Friday before to see anticipated weather.

Embayment Day Outrigger Volunteers

Embayment Day Outrigger Volunteers

Embayment Day Outrigger Volunteers

Embayment Day Outrigger Volunteers

Epic Adirondack Canoe Adventure

**[BOOK HERE](https://destinationbackcountryadventures.com/collections/all-guided-outdoor-adventures/products/epic-adirondack-canoe-adventure-fourth-of-july)** ### Escape to the Adirondacks for five days of canoeing, unparalleled scenery, incredible fishing, stargazing, and more Spend Fourth of July weekend in the most remote wilderness in New York State. Home to 58 lakes connected by countless rivers, dotted with hundreds of islands, and totally closed to all motorized craft, this is the largest canoe wilderness in the Northeast and offers amazing camping. We’ll load our canoes and paddle deep into the wilderness, portaging (carrying) our special lightweight canoes from one pond to the next. Paddle, swim, and fish in lakes full of trout, explore the forest full of Great Blue Herons, and enjoy the beauty and serenity of this incredible wilderness in the warm July sun. With clear skies at night, see deep into the Milky Way from the middle of calm mountain lakes with loons calling in the background. A truly unparalleled vacation, many of our adventurers come back year after year. We've been guiding this trip since 2012 (and exploring here for even longer) and our experience means we know the best fishing spots and techniques, the best places to camp to avoid the bugs, the best lakes for midnight star-gazing, and more. No canoe experience necessary. ### **Trip stats** 🥾+🛶 +/- 1-3 miles of hiking and canoeing each day; adjustable per group preference ⛰️ No elevation gain; optional hiking 🧭 Difficulty: Moderate. All levels are welcome and no canoe experience is necessary ### **The Destination Backcountry Difference** **Why hike with us? Expert guides.** Founded in 2011, our NY State-licensed guides are not merely hike leaders, they are ambassadors for the outdoors, dedicated to sharing their passion for nature with others. **A FULL extended weekend of** **adventure:** Our all-inclusive day escapes include transportation, meals, and a full weekend of adventure. Make your escape upstate worth every minute! **On this trip, our guides will share:** ✨ One-of-a-kind destination: this hidden gem is one of the most stunningly beautiful places we've ever visited in New York State and beyond. 🦉 Forest interpretation and signs of wildlife like loons, moose, and more. 🔥 An incredible camping experience: redefine your idea of cozy camping and imagine a roaring campfire, a gourmet meal shared with your fellow adventurers, and a peaceful night sleep with a warm cup of coffee waiting for you in the morning. 🎣 Fishing available 🩱Swimming available 🍃 This incredible forest is perfect for mindfulness activities like meditation, journaling, and more ### **What's Included?** 🚐 Transportation to and from NYC ☕ Breakfast: Your adventure includes a breakfast of fresh fruit and donuts and a selection of coffee and tea for the drive to the trailhead 🧀 Lunch + Dinner + Breakfast in the Woods: We will provide a healthy, gourmet lunch and snacks during our adventure. We offer vegetarian and vegan options, and we’re happy to accommodate any dietary and allergy needs. 🌄 On trail and in the canoe guidance from an expert NYS licensed guide ### **Schedule** **Day One** Between noon-3pm TBD Brooklyn Pickup near Barclays 12:30-3:30pm TBD Manhattan Pickup at Grand Central Rest Stop Arrival at Trailhead + Canoe to Camp + Camp Setup Campfire + Dinner + Smore's + Stargazing until Bedtime **Day Two-Four** This trip has endless possibilities for adventure, and we generally make decision on what to do once we're in the woods. Here's a sample of our options: Breakfast + Coffee Swimming, fishing, optional hiking, exploring nearby lakes, moving to a new basecamp, etc. Campfire + Dinner + Smore's + Stargazing until Bedtime **Day Five** 8:00-10:00 Breakfast + Coffee + Break Camp 10:00-12:00 Return to Van 12:00 Lunch in town 1:00-3:00 Van heads back to NYC \~4:30 Rest stop \~8:00 Manhattan Drop Off \~8:30 Brooklyn Drop Off \*All times are estimates. We adjust every adventure to the pace and needs of the group. Our overnight trips are much more flexibile! Travel time are subject to many factors, including weather and traffic. ### **What Do I Need to Bring With Me?** **Must have** 🎒 Backpack (45L minimum, with hip belt 💤 Sleeping bag 🛏️ Sleeping pad 🍽️ Mess kit (fork, spoon, bowl and cup) 💧 2, 1-liter water bottles 🔦 Headlamp 🎽 Wear: Comfortable, breathable clothes. Standard workout clothes are great for hiking 🥾 Footwear: sneakers or boots are perfect for this trip 🧣 Clothes: extra layers, top and bottom, 3 pairs of socks 🌧️ Rain shell ⛺ Tent: We have a limited number of tents available to borrow. Please let us know if you would like to borrow a tent. There is also the option to sleep under a tarp shelter, which your guide can help build, or to sleep under the stars if conditions permit. If you are NOT planning on bringing a tent, please let us know your preferences from above. **Good to have:** 🩴 Water shoes + camp shoes 🕶️ Sunglasses 🧢 Hat ### **FAQs** **What happens after I book my adventure?** You will receive a confirmation email for your adventure within 24 hours of booking. Your guide will reach out 7-10 days before your adventure with an update on trail conditions, weather, a final packing list, our adventure waiver, and more. **More questions?** Visit our [FAQ page](https://destinationbackcountryadventures.com/pages/faq "FAQ") here.

Free Outrigger Canoe Paddling at Hudson River Park's Pier 96

Experience a free introduction to outrigger canoe paddling at Hudson River Park’s Pier 96 with New York Outrigger. We are a 100% volunteer-run non-profit organization hosting free events for the public for over 25 years. WHO CAN ATTEND? This free outrigger activity is appropriate for age 14 and up and is available on a first-come first-served basis. Every participant should register individually on this Meetup event. WHAT DO I NEED TO DO BEFORE I COME? RSVP for this event date and agree to complete waivers upon arrival. WHAT DO I WEAR? WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING? We recommend you wear sunscreen and bring water to stay hydrated. You are free to wear whatever you want, but assume anything you bring on the water will get soaked and/or lost. You may want to consider bringing something dry you can change into afterwards. **All our guests are required to wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device),** **provided by New York Outrigger, when on the dock and on the water.** WHERE DO I PUT MY STUFF? We have lockers where you may place your belongings during the session. We also have a small changing area. There is no public access inside our space at Pier 96 and you will be asked to remain outside on the dock during your visit. We do not have bathrooms, but there are public porta potties as well as new bathrooms next-door at Pier 97. WHAT WILL WE BE DOING? The novice session will involve a 20 minute land training introduction on the dock to familiarize you with the technique, commands and safety protocol of the canoe. This is then followed by a 20 minute session on the water. PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME (or even a few minutes early!) to participate in the required land training before you are able to paddle on the water. Latecomers arriving more than 10 minutes past the start time may not be able to participate and may be asked to sign up for a future date. WHAT IF IT’S RAINING? We paddle rain or shine except for lightning. We only cancel our Novice sessions if we deem the wind and water conditions to be unsafe for our guests. If we have to cancel, we do our best to make that call at least an hour before the event start time. If you sign up for this event, please keep and eye out on this page the day of for any possible cancelations. DOES NYO ACCEPT DONATIONS? NYO is a non-profit 501c3 educational organization and 100% run by volunteers. Any cash or check donations – while not required - would be greatly appreciated and go towards funding our efforts to continue providing New Yorkers with the experience of outrigger paddling in New York City. Cash and digital donations for NYO can be given your land training instructor\. You can also donate \[here\]\(https:// newyorkoutrigger\.ecwid\.com/General\-Donation\-p140302392\)\. HOW CAN I JOIN? **New York Outrigger welcomes guests & visitors to participate in up to** **3 free events.** We welcome all who share our passion for the water to inquire about becoming a volunteer member by emailing outreach@newyorkoutrigger.org