This event is in the past.It took place on May 24, 2026 at Gowanus Dredgers Canoe Club Boathouse.




Hop in a canoe and paddle Brooklyn's most infamous canal without spending a dime. You'll spot herons between industrial warehouses, learn about the waterway's wild cleanup history, and discover why the "stinky canal" reputation is wildly outdated.
urban paddling
Brooklyn waterfront
first-timer friendly
eco education
Tips
🛶"delightfully altered view of our city"
👟close-toed shoes — splashes happen
👨👩👧great for groups, families, or first dates
FREE Walk-Up Paddling – 2nd St.




Hop in a canoe and paddle Brooklyn's most infamous canal without spending a dime. You'll spot herons between industrial warehouses, learn about the waterway's wild cleanup history, and discover why the "stinky canal" reputation is wildly outdated.
urban paddling
Brooklyn waterfront
first-timer friendly
eco education
Tips
🛶"delightfully altered view of our city"
👟close-toed shoes — splashes happen
👨👩👧great for groups, families, or first dates
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