Paddle on the Genesee River, Erie Canal & Red Creek

Join Sandy for this flat water river paddle

We’ll meet at noon and put in at 12:15 PM.

Participants may bring their own equipment or rent equipment from Genesee Waterways Center. 

All paddlers will need to wear a personal flotation device.

If renting from Genesee Waterways Center, they will provide the kayak/canoe, paddle/oar and personal flotation device. 

Bring:

• A mask - to wear when in close proximity to others, helping with loading and unloading, etc. 
• A must: Your kayak, paddles, PFD/life jacket (unless you are renting), insect repellent, water, waterproof bag for phone.
• Recommended: binoculars, camera, lunch or snack, hat, sunscreen. Wear water shoes and clothes that can get wet (quick dry clothes). Don't carry anything that can't get wet unless it is in a waterproof container. You might also want to bring a band to secure your glasses or sunglasses and an extra set of clothes in case you get wet.

Fees if renting: 

• Single Kayak $25 for up to 3 hours
• Double Kayak $50 for up to 3 hours
• Canoe $50 for up to 3 hours
• If more than 10 people rent, we may be able to get a discount if we can set it up in advance

Are you vaccinated? Please let us know when you register. Based on that response, we can tailor appropriate CDC safety protocols for this meeting.

Launch Site: Genesee Waterways Center, 149 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14611  

Please refrain from attending if you have recently been ill or have COVID-like symptoms.

The automatic confirmation email is the only email you will receive about this event. Be sure and save it or print it out.

COVID-19 Message 

COVID rules are evolving:

• Some events are for paid members only - You can join now by clicking on Join Us.
• Attendance may be limited
• You must agree to our new COVID-19 Safety Agreement & Assumption of Risk Statement during the registration process.
• Masks and Physical Distancing: Attendees must mask indoors (including in vehicles) and maintain 6 feet social distancing outdoors.

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To Cancel: Go to your  Registration List

• Click on this event in your list
• Click on the Already registered link under the REGISTER button.
• At the next page that opens with your registration form, click on the CANCEL REGISTRATION button, and then again click on Cancel Registration on the pop-up form.
• Ignore the link to contact the administrator