Mid-July Volunteer Opportunities and Great Paddling Weather!
Volunteer and paddle with us. Check out the opportunities below.
Wed July 15, 4p – 6p, One Way Trip from Anable Basin to Hallets Cove
This is a moderately easy outing suitable for adults with little or no paddling experience. All participants must be 18 or over and able to swim. Pets are not allowed on this river trip but may join you on a boat at Hallets Cove between 6PM and sunset. Actual time on the water will be about one hour. Request a spot on this trip here: Trip Request.
Wed July 15, 6p – 8p, Community Sponsored Paddling at Hallets Cove
Come to Vernon Blvd and 31st Avenue (just north of Socrates Sculpture Park) for free kayaking or canoeing. No reservation, no experience needed. All ages are welcome, but minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants must be able to swim. Wear clothing and footwear that can get wet. Volunteers let us know you’re joining us here: Volunteer Sign up.
Wed July 15, 8p – 10p, One Way Trip from Hallets Cove to Anable Basin
Enjoy a leisurely NIGHT paddle from Hallets Cove (Vernon Blvd at 31st Ave) to our Anable Basin boathouse (46-01 5th St). Please note that this is a one way trip that ends two miles south of where it begins. Actual time on water should about one hour. Bring a windbreaker, as it may be cool after the sun goes down. Request a spot on this trip here: Trip Request.
Thu July 16, 1:30p – 8:30p, Volunteers Brooklyn Bridge Kayak Trip
A limited number of spots are available for experienced volunteers who will assist with this trip. Other volunteers will be needed who would assist with preparations, launching and/or arrival without going on the trip. Volunteers sign up here for a spot: Volunteer Sign up.
Fri July 17, 4p – 8:30p, Fundraiser Team Builder Kayak Trip
A limited number of spots are available for experienced volunteers who will assist with this trip. Other volunteers will be needed who would assist with preparations, launching and/or arrival without going on the trip. Volunteers sign up here for a spot: Volunteer Sign up.
City of Water Day – Saturday July 18th
The City of Water Day Festival is a free day-long celebration of the world-class potential of the water that surrounds us and brings us together. LIC Boathouse is planning events at multiple venues! See details below and join us this Sat 7/18 as a guest or even better as a volunteer. Sign up for our kayak trips to and from Hallets Cove. Paddle around Hallets Cove and in front of Gantry Plaza State Park.
Sat July 18, 8a – 11a, City of Water Day Event! One Way Trip from Anable Basin to Hallets Cove
This is an easy-to-moderate trip leaving from Anable Basin. Adults 18 and over only and no pets on river trips. Request a spot on this trip here: Trip Request.
Sat July 18, 11a – 2p, City of Water Day Event! Community Sponsored Paddling at Hallets Cove
Come to Vernon Blvd and 31st Avenue (just north of Socrates Sculpture Park) for free kayaking or canoeing. No reservation, no experience needed. All ages are welcome, but minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants must be able to swim. Wear clothing and footwear that can get wet. Volunteers let us know you’re joining us here: Volunteer Sign up.
Sat July 18, 2p – 4p, City of Water Day Event! One Way Trip from Hallets Cove to Anable Basin
This is an easy-to-moderate trip leaving from Anable Basin. Adults 18 and over only and no pets on river trips. Request a spot on this trip here: Trip Request.
Sat July 18, 2p – 6p, City of Water Day Event! Community Sponsored Paddling Gantry Plaza State Park
Come to 50th St and Center Blvd for free kayaking or canoeing. No reservation, no experience needed. All ages are welcome, but minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Note: Dogs are not permitted at Gantry Park’s dock. Participants must be able to swim. Wear clothing and footwear that can get wet. Volunteers, please let us know you’re helping out: City of Water Day Sign up.
Sun July 19, 4:30a – Panasonic NYC Triathlon
The Panasonic NYC Triathlon is seeking volunteers. See here to register and to get more info: I want to volunteer for the Panasonic NYC Triathlon!
Photographs wanted!
Your photos are always welcome – Post your best shots on our boathouse facebook page.
Some Additional Upcoming Events
Sat July 25
– 10:15a One Way Trip from Anable Basin to Hallets Cove
– 1p Community Sponsored Paddling at Hallets Cove
– 4p One Way Trip from Hallets Cove to Anable Basin
Wed July 29
– 4p One Way Trip from Anable Basin to Hallets Cove
– 6p Community Sponsored Sunset Paddling at Hallets Cove
– 8p One Way Night Trip from Hallets Cove to Anable Basin
Team Building Events Available
Want a team building experience that’s local and bragworthy? Join the LIC Boathouse for a trip on the East River! We offer trips for beginner and intermediate experience levels. Contact us at info@licboathouse.org for details.