Kids & Family

'Kidz Kayaking' From L.L. Bean & New Rochelle Back For 2023

Options for pint-sized kayakers at Five Islands Park will include Tuesday or Thursday sessions, from June 27 - August 8.

Your Long Island Sound kayaking adventure awaits. (Jeff Edwards/Patch)
Your Long Island Sound kayaking adventure awaits. (Jeff Edwards/Patch) (Jeff Edwards/Patch)

NEW ROCHELLE, NY — The water is one of the Hudson Valley's greatest assets, and L.L. Bean and and New Rochelle's Department of Parks & Recreation are once again helping to make sure the next generation has a chance to enjoy those assets to the fullest.

New Rochelle's Department of Parks & Recreation announced that it is again partnering with L.L. Bean to offer a 6-week kayaking program at Five Islands Park for New Rochelle children ages 9-14.

Organizers say that instruction, on-water supervision and support will be provided by certified and experienced staff from L.L. Bean and the Department of Parks & Recreation.

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All equipment (including safety vests) will be provided and no experience is necessary. Water-wearable footwear is recommended.

Families will have the option of choosing Tuesday or Thursday sessions, from June 27 - August 8. There will be no session held on July 4. All sessions will be held from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Weather makeup dates will be scheduled for Fridays.

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The 6-week program will cost $180/person.

More information and registration details are available by contacting the Parks & Recreation Department at 914-654-2087.

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