Full Moon Kayaking to Abandoned Castle

Ready for a sea kayaking adventure? Join us on the mighty Hudson River for three hours of paddling at night, and explore an abandoned castle on an island. After an open water paddling workshop, you will be ready to navigate the waters of the Hudson River. With fast moving current, dynamic hydraulic conditions, unique sites and history, the Hudson river estuary is truly a world class sea kayaking resource providing an unlimited amount of on-water fun. We’ll be paddling through a beautiful section of the Hudson, near West Point and Storm King. Learn about New York’s military history and how this castle came to be.

Skill Requirements

You need to have some experience kayaking, be confident in the water and know how to swim. Good core strength and endurance are required. Example: If you can do ten push ups, if you work out three or more times per week, or practice yoga, you will be fine.

Kayaks will be sit-on-top sea kayaks which are very stable, or classic “sit inside” decked kayaks with spray skirt (more experienced kayakers). The return may bring us some headwinds, so a good workout is guaranteed. You must be taller than 4’10” to participate.
There is guaranteed to be wake from passing ships and ferries, strong current and tidal surge. Please carefully consider your abilities before signing up.

All gear is included: kayak, paddles, life jacket, spray skirt (if needed).

Event Details

• Wear Non-cotton athletic clothing (i.e. wicking material) and a swimsuit underneath; dry change of clothes for afterward. Windbreaker/shell and hat. River shoes (dive boots, neoprene booties, Tevas or old tennis shoes—no flip-flops!)
• Bring Headlamp; ziplock bag for anything you need to keep dry. You can put items in your life jacket pocket (clothes, etc. can be left in the van). Towel and dry change of clothes.
• Time 4:00 PM. Please arrive by 3:45 for check-in
• Departure Location 73rd Street & Broadway, NE corner (in front of Apple Bank)
• Return around 10:00 PM
• Reservations are extremely limited—no refunds or transfers for this event.
• Please note: River conditions are variable; if conditions are deemed unfavorable or unsafe, we will notify you of the reschedule date or offer a refund.

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