Canoeing New York

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 11: 00 AM and 2:30 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 **Desk Primary:** Cheryl 

Desk: Alison Desk: Lisette **Cove Patrol Primary:** Alex 

Cove Patrol:
Ella Cove Patrol: Anthony **SUP:** Claire **Beach Primary:** Kim Beach: Abishek Beach: Chris L. Beach: Cassidy Beach: Anton Beach: Rakmak Beach: Olajide Beach: Tanis

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!

**If you want to kayak/paddle board without volunteering just show up anytime on this date between 11: 00 AM and 2:30 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 **Desk Primary:** Cheryl 



Desk: Meg Desk: Julia **Cove Patrol Primary:**



Kim Cove Patrol:
Chris L. Cove Patrol: Dinesh **SUP:** Alison **Beach Primary:** Alex Beach: Christian G. Beach: Rakmak Beach: Sudharsh Beach: Mehrnaz Beach: Zane Beach: Shristika

Hudson Session (without Goal)

Drills and football-style scrimmages at Pier 66 on the Hudson River. Our goal is off the water, so drills and games will focus on ball handling and other sorts of games (for example, American football-style team games). The rescue platform that attaches to the goal is not out either. If you capsize and swim out of your boat, getting back in it will be more challenging and potentially injury-prone; please take this into account when deciding whether to come, and discuss any concerns with the organizer(s) ahead of time. Also, the water is still pretty chilly... Post questions and time adjustments in the comments here!

Little Island - Novice Volunteer Trip

Looking for a day full of both kayaking and being with fellow volunteers supporting our public program? This trip has been scheduled for those volunteering for the 3:00 PM embayment shift, so you can get a morning paddle in before volunteering. Little Island is a no landing trip. We will paddle a short distance each way, perhaps 2 miles, to Little Island, a NYC park suspended over the Hudson on concrete pillars. We'll paddle under the park, into the "concrete jungle", before heading home **PREREQUISITES TO RSVP**: 1. Promise to volunteer with our public programming in 2026. Note, if the trip is full, preference will be given to those on the afternoon embayment shift. AND 2. Completed either 1 training in 2025/2026 with the craft you will be taking or completed a new volunteer session. AND 3. Completed a wet exit in 2025/2026 and show control of your kayak/SUP **Craft**: * Sit on Top - allowed, but limited by the embayment * Sea Kayak - only if completed a wet exit in 2026 and show control of your kayak. NOTE - if you have done a training but not a wet exit yet, we can do one before the trip. Message me please to discuss. * SUP - only if completed 2+ mile round trip or with SUP trainer approval * OC1/OC2 and Surfski can't maneuver under Little Island **Come prepared:** * Change of clothes * Water in a reusable bottle * Sun protection - hat, sunglasses, sunscreen * Anything else you may need to spend 3 hours on the water! **Timeline:** Start readying: 09:30 AM Briefing (cutoff): 10:00 AM Move boats to water: 10:15 AM Depart HCCB: 10:30 AM Arrive destination: 11:20 AM Explore under little island Return briefing: 11:55 AM Depart: 12:00 PM Arrive HCCB: 12:50 PM End of trip: 01:20 PM Eat lunch Embayment 03:00 PM Slack is 11:32 AM. Beforehand, the river is ebbing, with a peak ebb at 07:34 AM of -2.2 knots. After, the river is flooding, with a peak flood at 01:52 PM of 0.9 knots. Sunrise is at 05:28 AM. Sunrise is at 08:26 PM. \-\-\-\- HCCB is completely volunteer run. Our guides generously take time out of their busy schedules to run trips and trainings. Here are our guidelines about cancelations and no-shows: \ *For a trip, please cancel prior to 8:00 PM the day before* the trip. \ *For a training, please cancel at least 6 hours* before the training. If you do not cancel before the cancelation cutoff time, you will be marked as a no-show. Hosts reserve the right to deprioritize you on waitlists after the second no-show of the year.

PRIDE Urban Swim Support

We will be assisting Urban Swim PRIDE open water swim from Downtown Boathouse to Pier 40. **Please do not be late.** The swim starts with or without us, and the swimmers need our guidance. Please eat before you come and/or bring snacks. Please do not RSVP if you do not pass the prerequisites **PREREQUISITES TO RSVP:** * You received an invitation from Urban Swim, the host, or one of HCCB guides to participate * If you have volunteered with us in the last 2 years and completed an intermediate trip, message host for an invitation **Craft:** * Sea Kayak * Sit on top (we will be going agaisnt current, you must be very 💪) * SUP if approved by Urban Swim. **Come prepared:** * Sunscreen * Water in a reusable bottle. Lots of water * Anything else need to spend hours on the water **Timeline:** * 5:45 AM: Arrive at the boathouse * 6:00 AM: Safety briefing * 6:15 AM: Move boats to beach * 6:30 AM: Depart HCCB (PADDLE AGAINST CURRENT) * 7:30 AM arrive at Downtown Boathouse * 7:45 AM check in with Urban Swim **8:00 AM SWIM START** * 9:15ish: Swim will finish * 9:30 AM begin paddle back to HCCB * 10:45 AM: Arrive at HCCB * 11:00 AM: Clean and put away equipment * 12:00 PM Trip ends \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- NOAA predicted current at the Battery: 7:02 AM - Max flood \~0.79 Knots 9:16 AM - Slack 1:10 PM - Max ebb \~2.55 Knots

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

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? 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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.

Embayment Day Outrigger Volunteers