Full Moon and Evening Tours
Our moonlight and new moon evening tours are guided tours of the Merrimack River using the light of the full moon and stars. As the temperature begins to cool and world quiets, paddling by moonlight or under only stars offers a special experience that you will remember forever. The Stargaze Paddles are timed with the new moon. Please come 15 minutes early to check in and prepare. Appropriate for adults and children 10 and up. All tours include equipment rental and safety/paddling instructions.
Equipment
All necessary program equipment is provided.
Please see the Plan Your Visit page for online waivers and what to bring and wear.
Physical Exertion
Easy: Participants will paddle 0-2 mi. / 0-4 km. on flat water conditions with minimal wind. No previous experience is required. Participant must be able to keep head up while wearing a life jacket in deep water. Paddle times usually run 1-2 hours.
Prerequisites
- Appropriate for adults and children 10 and older when accompanied by a parent. See the Plan Your Visit page for recommendations regarding minors.
- Must be able to independently keep head above water while wearing in a life jacket/PFD.
- No previous experience required.
Cost
The Full Moon or Stargaze paddles are $30per person and includes all instruction and rental equipment, including boat lights and headlamps.
Evening Paddle Tour Reservations
Tour | Date | Time(s) | Registration Links |
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New Moon Stargaze Evening Paddle | Monday, June 19, 2023 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Register Online for June 19 Stargaze Paddle Tour |
Full Moon Evening Paddle | Monday, July 3, 2023 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Register Online for July 3 Full Moon Paddle Tour |
New Moon Stargaze Evening Paddle | Thursday, July 17, 2023 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Register Online for July 17 Stargaze Paddle Tour |
Full Moon Evening Paddle | Monday, July 31, 2023 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Register Online for July 31 Full Moon Paddle Tour |