Events
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Wallkill River Paddle Fest
Location
Sojourner Truth Park, New Paltz, NY
55 Plains Road
New Paltz, NY 12561
County: Ulster
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
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September 23, 2023, 1:00PM
- Rain Date: September 24, 2023, 1:00PM, Launching Time
Details
Event Type Paddle Description Paddle the Wallkill River as you enjoy live music from two wonderful local bands. Damian Ecco Band's Alt-Folk/Rock seeks to lift the collective spirit to a higher level. Hey Bub's American old time intricate harmonies will transport you back in time. Launching from Sojourner Truth Park at 1pm, hear music along the way, as you paddle approximately 2 hours round trip to the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail Bridge and back. RAIN DATE SUNDAY 9/24. Boat rentals available through the registration link. Organization Hosting the Event Wallkill River Watershed Alliance Phone Number (845) 372-4158 Contact Email wallkillalliance@gmail.comRegistration
Advance registration required.WallkillPaddleFest.eventbrite.com wallkillalliance@gmail.com can register up to the day of the event
Minimum suggested donation $5 if you have a boat; $15 if you need to rent a boat; more is suggested to support the musicians and cleaning up the river
Additional Information
Easy paddle on flat water.Additional Equipment Required: Boat rentals are limited so register early to reserve one.
Trip Duration (hours): 2-3
Difficulty: Easy
Length (miles): 5
Boat: Boat provided.
Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No