Youth Paddle on the Schuylkill: Phoenixville

Join a free paddle for 13 - 18 year-olds! Paddle from Lock 60 in Phoenixville to Longford Park and back. The trip includes snacks and a presentation on the history of the Schuylkill River.
Kayaks provided! Registration required.

Things to know-

• This event is presented by the Schuylkill River Town Program, an initiative of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council. It is free because the cost is underwritten by 2 separate grants, the PA Organization for Watersheds & Rivers and LL Bean. Both grants focus on environmental education and outdoor recreation for kids.

• Kayaks are flat water boats that are safe, stable and easy to steer. Our guide is Doug Chapman and is ACA certified.

What to bring

• Shoes that can get wet
• Sunscreen & a hat
• Insect repellant
• A sense of adventure and your curiosity

What to expect

• A great, safe, fun experience
• Easy paddling and perfect for beginners
• Wildlife sightings of birds, fish and turtles
• Cool facts about Lock 60 and the Schuylkill River

Schedule (approximate)

8:30 Meet at Lock 60 and sign in

8:30 - 9:00 Educational program about the Lock

9:00 – 9:15 Kayak instruction

9:15 – 10:15 Paddle down the Schuylkill River

10:15 – 11:00 Land at Longford Park Enjoy a snack & program about why the Schuylkill is known as the River of Revolutions

11:00 Put kayaks in to the canal side and paddle back to Lock 60

12:00 End of Event