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Circumnavigate Governors Island with Red Hook Boaters

Join Red Hook Boaters for another year of guided kayaking adventures for a cause! Their expert guides will lead you on a tour leaving from Valentino Pier in Red Hook.

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Paddle toward Governors Island - the largest car-free green space in New York City.

Upon return enjoy a glass of wine and a cheese snack. and one of the best sunsets out there as it sets directly behind the Statue of Liberty.

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Please note: Kayak tours are subject to weather conditions. In the case of extreme weather we'll reschedule but if possible we will adjust course slightly to get you out on the water (exploring the Brooklyn coastline perhaps).

Header photo taken by the talented Jonathan Barkley and features the 2017 kayak crew!


About the event host:

The Red Hook Boaters is an all volunteer not-for-profit organization. This exclusive event is a fundraiser for their summer long free kayaking and beach clean-up programs at the Louis J Valentino Park in Red Hook Brooklyn.


OutdoorFest is a 10-day outdoor adventure festival in the five boroughs of New York City. Join us from May 31 – June 9, 2019 to paddle, bike, hike, camp and more all over the city! outdoorfest.com/schedule

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