Paddle the East River for free with the Manhattan skyline glittering beside you. Brooklyn Bridge Park's volunteer-run program outfits beginners with gear, instruction, and 20-minute slots to glide the protected water.
Beginner-friendly
Summer evenings
Iconic NYC views
Volunteer-run
Tips
📸iconic NYC shot from the water
🌅go at sunset for golden hour magic
📝register two weeks early — slots fill fast
Thursday, August 27, 5:00 PM
Free
Kayaking
August 27 at 5pm
Paddle the East River for free with the Manhattan skyline glittering beside you. Brooklyn Bridge Park's volunteer-run program outfits beginners with gear, instruction, and 20-minute slots to glide the protected water.
Beginner-friendly
Summer evenings
Iconic NYC views
Volunteer-run
Tips
📸iconic NYC shot from the water
🌅go at sunset for golden hour magic
📝register two weeks early — slots fill fast
Thursday, August 27, 5:00 PM
Free
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