The 30th annual Lehigh River Sojourn, June 19th-21st, is Wildlands Conservancy's partnership event. It is a guided trip through the Lehigh River Watershed. The event begins in Easton and ends in the Pocono Mountains. Sojourners travel through our region's metro- wilderness- treasuring scenic views, visits from resident wildlife and a shared appreciation for preserving the Lehigh River.
The 2026 Delaware River Sojourn, a guided paddling and camping adventure along the Delaware River, is happening June 20-26. Join us as we celebrate the Sojourn’s 31st journey as "Our Nation's River" during America's 250th year! The Sojourn combines on-water experiences and educational learning opportunities and is geared for folks of all ages and experience levels. Daily paddles average ten miles, and participants can sign up for the whole event or for the section(s) or day(s) of their choice. Equipment […]
CONNECTING TO THE NATURAL WORLD Saturday, June 20, 2026 - 10:00AM to 5:00PM Danzig Cottage - Laurelville Retreat Center, Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666 On the cusp of the Summer Solstice, join Forest Therapy Guide Robert Hensley for a one-day retreat in the beautiful Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. We will spend our time inside and out, CONNECTING TO THE NATURAL WORLD with elemental meditation exercises, a forest bath, and a variety of nature immersion activities on the trails of the historic […]
Connecting Pittsburgh’s communities to paddling opportunities with the dramatic backdrop of Pittsburgh’s Downtown, the ‘Kayaks and Kamraderie: Exploring Pittsburgh’s Rivers Sojourn’ will provide educational and outdoor recreation opportunities and provide many participants with their first experience on the water. Attendees will paddle the Allegheny River up to the Point of Pittsburgh, where the Allegheny and Monongahela converge to form the Ohio, before paddling back to enjoy lunch aboard Riverlife’s Shore Thing mobile programming barge.
Join Three Rivers Waterkeeper on the Allegheny River in Franklin, PA, for a celebration of the summer season and clean water. The Allegheny River Sojourn takes place Saturday, June 27th, with a 9-mile kayak or canoe trip from Franklin, PA, down to Fisherman’s Cove, followed by a social hour at the outfitter, Outdoor Allegheny River Services. Visit 3rwk.org/sojourn to learn more!
Paddle Fest is a family-friendly float down the first 9 miles of the Shenango River, from just below Pymatuning Dam to Riverside Park in Greenville. Drop your kayak at the Pymatuning launch (10 Water Trail Drive), then park your car at Riverside. Shuttles run every half hour from 8-11, and you float back to Riverside and enjoy lunch, live music, and the company of other paddlers.
We have a great day of French Creek fun planned! Paddlers will start at Cambridge Landing Boat Launch in Cambridge Springs and enjoy a leisurely, 10-mile float/paddle down a beautiful and remote section of French Creek where they will observe wildlife and the stunning beauty of French Creek (Safety Boaters will be present). The first stop will be at the newly renovated Karl Gerdon Park for lunch and an educational program about freshwater mussels. Paddlers will return to the water […]
Connecting Pittsburgh’s communities to paddling opportunities with the dramatic backdrop of Pittsburgh’s Downtown, the ‘Kayaks and Kamraderie: Exploring Pittsburgh’s Rivers Sojourn’ will provide educational and outdoor recreation opportunities and provide many participants with their first experience on the water. Attendees will paddle the Allegheny River up to the Point of Pittsburgh, where the Allegheny and Monongahela converge to form the Ohio, before paddling back to enjoy lunch aboard Riverlife’s Shore Thing mobile programming barge.
Friends of the Riverfront is celebrating 35 years of developing and maintaining both the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and the Three Rivers Water Trail! With 35 miles of land trail developed, 35 more miles in development, and over 34 water trail launches, Friends relies heavily on volunteers to help maintain the trails so they are safe, clean, and accessible for all. The Three Rivers Water Trail series focuses on educating participants on the impacts that litter has on our waterways […]
Take an epic four-day river adventure down the Susquehanna River’s North Branch with the Endless Mountains Heritage Region! The annual North Branch Sojourn on July 23-26, in partnership with Endless Mountains Outfitters and Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals, will begin at the French Azilum Historic Site in Bradford County and go to Plains Township in Luzerne County for a total of 68 river miles! Participants are asked to arrive at Endless Mountains Campground in Laceyville by 8 a.m. on July […]
Connecting Pittsburgh’s communities to paddling opportunities with the dramatic backdrop of Pittsburgh’s Downtown, the ‘Kayaks and Kamraderie: Exploring Pittsburgh’s Rivers Sojourn’ will provide educational and outdoor recreation opportunities and provide many participants with their first experience on the water. Attendees will paddle the Allegheny River up to the Point of Pittsburgh, where the Allegheny and Monongahela converge to form the Ohio, before paddling back to enjoy lunch aboard Riverlife’s Shore Thing mobile programming barge.
Calling all women who love spending time outdoors! The EMHR is hosting a special Women on the Water Sojourn - a three-day paddling experience featuring engaging and educational workshops that inspire participants and highlight conservation efforts and outdoor resources. Camping accommodations will be at Camp Lackawanna in Tunkhannock. There will be shared cabins with up to 10 bunks available for an extra fee or you can bring your own tent and camp in the field. Participants also have the option […]
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