Free Kayaking in the Hudson

If Captain Sully can land an Airbus A320 (aka: huge plane) in the Hudson, the surely you can handle a kayak in the mellow river.

All summer long, free kayaking is offered at Pier 40, Pier 96 and 72nd Street at Henry Hudson Parkway. In case you never were a boyscout or went to summer camp, free lessons are offered at the Pier 96 location (@ W. 56th St.) from 5 - 7 PM. If you're doubting your kayaking skills, I suggest you take a free lesson - you seriously don't want to end up in that river.

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This could potentially be a great (inexpensive & original) date idea, as long as you can impress your lady with your rowing skills and keep the boat afloat. Just don't expect a badge, scout.