Kayak & The Old New York Historical Trail
We’ve decided to postpone the Kayak & The Old New York Historical Trail event due to scheduling conflicts with two major Eagle Scout Projects. One project spans two days during the week prior, and another takes place on Saturday, October 4. These are important milestones for our scouts, and supporting them takes priority.
We’ll look to reschedule this incredible day of kayaking and historic exploration for another time. Stay tuned for updates — and thank you for your understanding!
When and Where
When:
October 05, 2025
Timeline:
11:00 am — 9:00 pm
Adventure by Water, History by Foot — One Epic Day!
Season Finale: The Downtown Boathouse’s free kayaking program wraps up on Sunday, October 5. Troop 23 has the rare chance to secure early group access—before the public program begins at 10 AM—by coordinating through their group reservation email. (Formally it's walk-up only, but early access is possible!)
Imagine gliding across the Hudson in a sit-on-top kayak, with Manhattan’s iconic skyline overhead — the skyline, the rebuilt piers of Hudson River Park, and the clean waters that show how far our city has come
Then — A Stroll Through “Old New York”
After paddling, we’ll stretch our legs by walking The Old New York Historical Trail through lower Manhattan, from Pier 26 to Pier 11—a walking journey through New York City's layered past.
You can explore:
- South Street Seaport’s preserved 19th-century facades
- Fraunces Tavern and the seaport’s colonial-era structures
- Wall Street’s financial landmarks
- Historic neighborhoods like Chinatown and Little Italy
- Trinity Church’s graveyard and Federal Hall’s site where Washington was inaugurated
Bring your walking shoes, curiosity, and phone — restrooms are available at parks, churches, or public piers along the way
Event Plan — Simple Yet Scenic
| Step | Plan |
|---|---|
| Morning | Meet at OLA → Subway to Pier 26 |
| Kayaking | Early group kayak session (before 10 AM public start) |
| Walk | Follow Old New York Historical Trail toward Pier 11 |
| Return | Catch the NYC Ferry from Pier 11 back to Bay Ridge |
What to Bring
- ⧠ Comfortable shoes for both paddling and walking
- ⧠ Change of clothes & quick-dry towel (kayaks are self-bailing!)
- ⧠ Water bottle and snack
- ⧠ MetroCard / OMNY for transit and optional ferry ride home
- ⧠ Sun protection — hats, sunscreen, or quick layers
- ⧠ Exploratory spirit and sense of wonder!
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