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Welcome to the new York Parks and Recreation website!
Kayak Programs
Thanks to a grant by the York River Stewardship Committee, York Parks and Recreation is excited to partner with the York Land Trust to offer free kayak excursions. For questions, contact Parks and Recreation Director Pete Murray at pmurray@yorkmaine.org.
Trip Description
Come explore the upper reaches of the York River and Smelt Brook on these free kayaking trips. Trips will launch from the Scotland Bridge boat ramp and paddle up stream to experience the beautiful salt marsh and estuary. Each trip will be approximately 2 hours and include basic paddling instruction as well as education on the ecology of the York River and surrounding landscape. All necessary equipment will be provided. If you would like to use your own equipment, please let us know prior to the day of the trip. No paddling experience required. Please arrive at Scotland Bridge approximately 30 minutes prior to the trip to be matched up with lifejackets, kayaks and paddles.
Trip Dates
Friday, June 13, 2025 - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Register
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Register
Thursday, July 17, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. York Land Trust Trip. Go to www.yorklandtrust.org to register.
Thursday, August 28, 2025 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Register
Friday, August 29, 2025 - 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Register
Monday, September 15, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Register
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. York Land Trust Trip. Go to www.yorklandtrust.org to register.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 - 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Register
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