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Hudson River Lighthouse to Lighthouse Challenge, Rally and Walking Tour

Location

George Freer Park
Canal St
Port Ewen, NY 12466

41.90967 -73.975479

County: Ulster
Region: Mid Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 24, 2016, 10:00AM, 10 am on water; ready to go. Please allow time for on site registration and preparing your gear.

Details

Event Type Paddle Description The Scenic Town of Esopus Shoreline allows boaters to stay out of the shipping channel while enjoying 2 Lighthouses. The Hudson River L2L is open to all sea-worthy, human-powered/paddled water craft including solo and tandem kayaks and canoes, guide boats, rowing shells, surf skis and SUPs. On site, day of event registration 9:00-9:45am. George Freer Park lies in the shadow of the old Rondout 1 Lighthouse stand and the existing Rondout 2 Lighthouse marking the exit of the Rondout Creek into the Hudson, a great location for a pre paddle brunch and/or an after paddle picnic. Challenge participants will paddle from George Freer Park round trip around the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse, keeping the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse on their left, and return to George Freer Park (approximately 7 miles). Recording of paddling time is optional for Challenge participants. Previous "fastest times" in each boat category will be posted. Rally participants are encouraged to paddle the beautiful Esopus Bay area meandering around the old Rondout 1 Lighthouse Stand and islands of Sleightsburg Park. Walking paths with view of both Lighthouses and "Our Lady of the Hudson" statue, and Sojourner Truth sites are also available; binoculars suggested. All participants will receive an “Esopus Explorers” badge. Organization Hosting the Event yahoo group: KingstonPaddlePals Phone Number 845-417-8292

Registration

On site registration day of event 9/24/16.

Additional Information

Hudson River conditions vary. A rally option exists to provide participants the option of staying in the more sheltered Esopus Bay area if conditions are difficult. A walking path option is also available for non-boaters...binoculars suggested to view Esopus Meadows Lighthouse from walking path.
Additional Equipment Required: Participants must provide own gear. All participants must wear a PFD. Boat rentals are available from Kenco, 1000 Hurley Mountain Road, Kingston, NY, 12401, 845-338-5021.

Event Duration (hours): 3-4
Difficulty: Moderate
Not suitable for children under age 10.
Length (miles): 7
Boat: You must provide your own boat.

Family Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? Yes
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