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Mohawk River Schenectady History Kayak Tours

May 19, 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

kayak through historyThe Schenectady County Historical Society has announced Kayak Through History guided paddling tours of Schenectady along the Mohawk River.

A Schenectady County Historical Society guide will lead paddlers upstream from The Waters Edge Lighthouse and back, passing under railroad bridges and around wild islands, discussing the history of the river and its surroundings. Tours may also feature a guest expert in invasive species, birds, and river ecology.

Tickets are $12 and include a kayak rental. Advance registration is required.

Kayak Through History is offered on the following dates: Thursday, June 6 at 6 pm; Saturday, June 8 at 10 am; Thursday, June 13 at 6 pm; Saturday, June 15 at 10 am; Wednesday, July 10 at 6 pm; Wednesday, Aug 7 at 6 pm; and Saturday, Sept 28 at 10 am.

For more information or to register, click here.

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Filed Under: Capital-Saratoga, Events, History Tagged With: Mohawk River, Mohawk Valley, paddling, Schenectady, Schenectady County Historical Society

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