Kayaking and Canoeing

Explore New York City's beautiful waterways this season, by getting in a boat and paddling along some of the city's rivers, lakes, bays, and ocean. Join kayak and boating tours or take lessons, or strike out on your own along the New York City Water Trail.
Kayaking and Canoeing Events
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at The Harlem Meer, outside of Lasker Pool (in Central Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban…
Free!
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Intermediate Canoeing
at Burnett Street and Avenue U (in Marine Park), Brooklyn 
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban Park…
Free!
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Let's Go Kayaking
at Canarsie Pier, Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Be the captain of your own boat. Learn beginner paddling skills and practice in the calm waters of Jamaica Bay. 30 minute sessions. Kayaks and life vests provided. Early arrival suggested.
Free!
Thursday, July 4, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, July 6, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at Martling Avenue and Brooks Pond Place (in Clove Lakes Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban…
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at Harlem Meer 110th Street and Lenox Avenue (in Central Park), Manhattan 
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban…
Free!
Sunday, July 7, 2013
Intermediate Canoeing
at Burnett Street and Avenue U (in Marine Park), Brooklyn 
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban…
Free!
Thursday, July 11, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Friday, July 12, 2013
Kayak Skills Session
at Bathhouse Entry Pavilion (in Jamaica Bay Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Receive instruction and practice kayak strokes and skills each week. Children over 11 and adults are welcomed to participate in this program. No reservation required.
Free!
Saturday, July 13, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at Van Cortlandt South and Major Deegan Expressway (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban…
Free!
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Intermediate Canoeing
at Bayswater Park, Queens
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban…
Free!
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Let's go Kayaking
at Canarsie Pier, Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Be the captain of your own boat. Learn beginner paddling skills and practice in the calm waters of Jamaica Bay. 30 – minute sessions. Kayaks and life vests provided. Early…
Free!
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
Ruffle Bar Excursion
at Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Paddle around this large island in Jamaica Bay on this trip. Learn about the history of the island and the plants and animals that thrive there. Reservations are
required; call…
Free!
Thursday, July 18, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Friday, July 19, 2013
Camp Gateway Walk Up and Paddle
at Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp, Brooklyn
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
This event will include k ayak tryouts for those who have never done it before. Open to the public, ages 6 and up accompanied by an adult. No reservation required.Bus: Q35.
Free!
Basic Canoeing
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn 
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. On an Urban Park…
Free!
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
City of Water Day 2013
at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn 
10:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Celebrate our waterfront with a day of entertainment, education and adventure for the whole family! Activities include kayaking, water-themed art projects, and seining. Coordinated…
Free!
Event
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Four Sparrow Marsh Paddle
at Mill Basin Kayak Launch
9:00 a.m.–11:30 p.m.
Come out for a 2 mile kayak session around the Four Sparrow Marsh area. The session lasts for 2.5 hours. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required; call for more…
Free!
Junior Ranger Canoe Hike
at Mill Basin Kayak Launch
1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Get your feet wet on this beginner’s paddle on the outgoing tide along the shores of Floyd Bennett Field. Land at the Seaplane Ramp and then enjoy a guided walk back to the start. Open…
Free!
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, July 27, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Let's Go Kayaking!
at Canarsie Pier, Brooklyn
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Be the captain of your own boat! Learn beginner paddling skills and practice in the calm waters of Jamaica Bay. 30 – minute sessions. Kayaks and life vests provided. Early arrival suggested.
Free!
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Friday, August 2, 2013
Kayak Skills Session
at Bathhouse Entry Pavilion (in Jamaica Bay Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Receive instruction and practice kayak strokes and skills each week. Children over 11 and adults are welcomed to participate in this program. No reservation required.
Free!
Saturday, August 3, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, August 17, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
5:30 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse , located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool)!
Children under 18 must have an adult…
Free!
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Kayaking
at Pier 2 Dock (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn 
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get out on the water for kayaking with the Brooklyn Bridge Park Boathouse, located between Piers 1 and 2 (across from the Pop-Up Pool).
Children under 18 must have an adult guardian…
Free!









