Our Public Paddle series let us fulfill our mission: enabling safe, responsible, access to our waterways, and educating residents to be stewards of the history, ecology and sustainability of the waterways of Newtown Creek and the adjacent East River.

The event is open to the public from 12-3PM. 

We are looking for volunteers to help with the paddle! We welcome folks to sign up for volunteer shifts that include:

• General set up for the event; tables, chairs, tents, etc.
• Getting folks registered and collecting signed waivers
• Fitting participants with paddles, live vests, and getting them ready for paddling
  
• Launching the big canoes
• Trip leaders and “big boat sterners” for paddling the big boats (for those who qualify)
• Cleanup and putting everything away at the end of the day
• Hanging out and enjoying our wonderful community!

On-land volunteers are needed from 1130 - 3PM.  Bow and Stern Paddlers  from 11AM-230PM, with a second shift from 230PM-4PM to do the final paddle and put the boats away.

Food and drinks will be provided.

If you are interested, please register and select the shift that works best so we can plan accordingly! You may sign up for multiple shifts. Volunteers are welcome to take part in the event and join a canoe trip. 

Please note: Inclement weather date is Sunday Aug 23. It would be helpful if you are available both dates. 

Click on 'register' to sign up. If you're seeing this via email, you can sign up through our calendar.

Your help would be greatly appreciated. Email contact@nbcboathouse.org if you have any questions.

Thank you!