Midshore Riverkeeper Conservancy (MRC) is excited to announce the 2016 Tour the Shore Paddle Series, which explores local rivers, creeks, and parks. Tours will be hosted by MRC Riverkeepers, educators and scientists on paddling trips along the rivers they strive to protect. Participants will learn about local ecology, history and water quality. Trips may combine water and land exploration. Whether paddling, hiking, or both, MRC wants to help paddlers reconnect to nature while meeting new people. Tours are $30 including kayak rental, or $20 if you provide your own kayak. A limited number of binoculars and guide books are also available to use on the paddles.
The event schedule is shown below. Preregistration is required. Space is limited so don’t wait to get on the list. Contact [email protected] or call 443-385-0511 to sign up and get all the details. In the meantime, what are you waiting for? Grab a paddle and get out there to tour the shore!
When: Saturday, June 4, 2016
Where: Transquaking River, Cambridge
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Details: Join MRC and special guest Donald Pinder, president of the Harriet Tubman Museum in Cambridge. Participants will learn about the environmental history of Dorchester County and the life of Harriet Tubman, while enjoying the scenery of this Chesapeake tributary.
When: Friday, July 22, 2016
Where: Bolingbroke Creek, Trappe
Time: 5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Details: Explore beautiful Bolingbroke Creek off the Choptank River and walk the wooded trails of this unspoiled Izaak Walton League facility. The Choptank River has been named a National Habitat Focus Area for its vital habitat. Learn more about this initiative and MRC’s role in protecting this Midshore treasure.
When: Thursday, August 18, 2016
Where: Wye Island, Queenstown
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Details: Paddle up the meandering inlets along Wye Island and hike through the old growth trails. Watch for wading birds and learn about the history of the Wye River and Wye Island.
When: Friday, September 16, 2016
Where: Robins Creek, Preston
Time: 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Details: Flowing next to the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy’s Lynch Preserve, Robins Creek is a peaceful creek lush with aquatic vegetation. After the paddle feel free to explore the Lynch Preserve walking trails.
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