2022 Delaware River Sojourn: “The River Rocks”

The Sojourn, a guided paddling and camping trip on the Delaware River, is full of fun and adventure, offering a great time for all participants where wonderful memories are made! The purpose of the Sojourn is to heighten awareness of and appreciation for the Delaware River and its watershed, which flows for 330 miles through New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. The Sojourn combines canoeing/kayaking, camping, educational programs, historical interpretation, and more. It is for novice to experienced paddlers […]

Perki-Bay Expedition: A Youth Sojourne

Support the most unique youth adventure initiative in southeastern Pennsylvania! The Perki-Bay Expedition is a 5-day, 50-mile, self-supported, paddling expedition where the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy's youth conservation program members paddle from the Perkiomen Creek in Upper Montgomery County to Fort Mifflin on the Delaware River. Our intrepid 20-person team embarks on June 20th. The goal of the expedition is to raise awareness for the Perkiomen Creek Water Trail and for the Conservancy's Youth Conservation Corps. Proceeds from the trip support […]

Youth Sojourn

The Endless Mountains Heritage Region (EMHR) is teaming up with Endless Mountain Outfitters (EMO) to host its annual Youth Heritage River Sojourn from June 24th through the 26th. All middle- and high-school level students in the four-county region of Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna and Wyoming are invited to partake in this three-day journey down the mighty Susquehanna River’s North Branch. Throughout the weekend, young paddlers will learn about kayaking safety, environmental stewardship, wildlife, camping and the history of this remarkable natural […]

Lazy River Family Friendly Float Day

Jacobs Creek Watershed Association would like to invite you to the 5th Annual Lazy River Family Friendly Float Day down Jacobs Creek. Bring your own raft, kayak, canoe, or tube or rent one of ours and enjoy a day on the creek, starting and ending on the Canoe Access Ramps in Scottdale Borough Parks. This family-friendly event will include food for sale, tube equipment rentals, music, activities, and more! Bring the whole family and float down the belly of Jacobs […]

EMHR Heritage Benefit Paddles

Summer Heritage Benefit Paddle: Arrive at Riverside Park in Tunkhannock PA for registration, paddlers will be shuttled to Mehoopany PA launch, Safety brief and short presentation from Art Coolbaugh. Next, they will stop for lunch at the Howland Preserve (paddlers should pack a lunch). River Clean up along the way of this 11-mile paddle Arrive at Riverside Park Tunkhannock PA, greetings from Commissioner Rick Wilbur and Bill Kern. Dinner at the Dietrich theater, Samario's Pizzeria, movie presentation of the "peoples […]

EMHR Heritage Benefit Paddles

Fall Heritage Benefit Paddle: Arrive at EMO for registration, paddlers will be shuttled to the Bradford County Outboard Motor Club for a safety brief and a short presentation, then launch downriver (paddlers should pack a lunch) for this 10-mile paddle. We'll paddle back to EMO, enjoy a barbecue dinner from Old School BBQ as well as a tasting with Deep Roots Hard Cider (21 and older). There will also be live music from local artist Kevin Doupe. This event will […]

EMHR’s 25th Anniversary and PA River of the Year Sojourn

Come celebrate with the Endless Mountains Heritage Region’s 25th Anniversary by taking a weeklong journey with us down the 2023 Pennsylvania River of the Year: the Susquehanna River North Branch Water Trail! We will be paddling from Sayre in Bradford County to Shickshinny in Luzerne County over the course of seven days! The EMHR is proud to have nominated our North Branch Water Trail, co-managed with the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership, as the state’s River of the Year and we’d like […]

$75 – $425

34th Swatara Sojourn

Swatara Creek

Join the Swatara Watershed Association and Cocoa Kayak Rentals of Hershey for the 34th Swatara Sojourn. This guided paddle will cover 15 miles at the southern end of the Swatara Creek, beginning near Hershey and finishing with a stunning view of the confluence with the Susquehanna River in Middletown. This paddle is perfect if you are a beginner paddler, new to the Swatara Creek or have been paddling your entire life. Although this part of the creek passes through a […]

2024 Allegheny River of the Year Event: 3 Rivers Watch (Boating) with Three Rivers Waterkeeper

Allegheny River

Join Three Rivers Waterkeeper for an in-person training session while kayaking or on our Waterkeeper boat where we go over what pollution to look for and how to report pollution while you're out by or on the water! For our training sessions, all equipment such as kayaks and life jackets will be provided. 3 Rivers Watch is a network of volunteers who are active river users or river watchers, from individuals to groups, who have a vested interest in clean […]

First Waves Regional Series & Aqua Lab Adventures

First Waves empowers underserved youth with skills and opportunities to improve their lives and create lasting impacts on waterways throughout Pennsylvania. The program achieves these goals through transformative workshops that promote healthy lifestyles, watershed conservation, education in the art of filmmaking, and diversity in outdoor recreation. Students of First Waves learn to recreate safely in local waterways and become active conservationists by planting trees, removing litter, and sampling water quality. Furthermore, an education in filmmaking and digital media provides an […]

Susquehanna Greenway Sojourn Series

Susquehanna River North Branch

Who’s ready for the ultimate sampling of the Susquehanna? The 2024 Susquehanna Sojourn Series has you covered! The managers of the Susquehanna River Water Trail are banding together to provide single day paddles that give you a taste of each unique section: the West Branch, North Branch, Middle Section, and Lower Section. Sign up for one, several, or try them all! The Susquehanna Sojourn Series is presented as a celebration of the Susquehanna River Water Trail in honor of its […]

28th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn

Lehigh River

The 28th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn is Wildlands Conservancy's guided paddling trip through the Lehigh River Watershed. The event begins in the Pocono Mountains and ends in Easton. Sojourners travel through our region's metro- wilderness- treasuring scenic views, visits from resident wildlife and a shared appreciation for preserving the Lehigh River.

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