☀️ Henley Island Paddle Adventure - Revisited
Details
Join us for a relaxing afternoon on the water as we explore the calm, scenic waters surrounding Henley Island and Martindale Pond in St. Catharines! This is a great paddle for both kayakers and stand-up paddle boarders looking to enjoy nature, meet new people, and spend a summer day outdoors.
The canoe launch at Henley Island provides easy access to Martindale Pond, a sheltered body of water known for its smooth paddling conditions, waterfront views, marshland, and abundant birdlife. This time, we will paddle from the canoe launch towards Henley bridge and back - a route that is beginner-friendly while still offering plenty to see and explore. Afterwards, feel free to join us at KaiserHaus Wine Bar and Bistro
for some food and drink!
📍 Meeting Location
Canoe Launch Parking Lot at Henley Island Dr, St. Catharines, ON L2N 7H8
This is located on the south side of Henley Island (NOT at the rowing club)
Post-Paddle Food & Drink
KaiserHaus Wine Bar and Bistro
38 Lakeport Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2N 4P5
https://www.kaiserhaus.ca/
🛶 Paddle Details
- Date: Sunday, August 23
- Meeting Time: Please have your kayak or paddle board ready near the canoe launch for 3:00 PM
- Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours on the water
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly
What to Bring
✅ Kayak or paddleboard (inflated to 15 PSI)
✅ Life jacket
✅ Pealess whistle
✅ Water and snacks
✅ Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
✅ Dry bag (recommended)
✅ Waterproof phone pouch (recommended)
Important Notes
- This event is weather-dependent.
- The dam at the northwest corner has no barrier. Stay well away; this area is extremely dangerous.
- Twelve Mile Creek contains strong currents in places and fatalities have occurred there - so we will not be venturing here.
- Hydro barriers must never be crossed.
- This is a recreational, social paddle. We'll stay together as a group and paddle at a comfortable pace.
Whether you're looking to get some exercise, spot local wildlife, or simply unwind on the water, we'd love to have you join us. New members are always welcome!
See you on the water!