Inner Harbor Kayak Tours

561 Light Street,Baltimore MD 21202

29 August, 2021

Description

Join Baltimore City Recreation & Parks and the Healthy Harbor Initiative for an Inner Harbor Kayaking Tour! Join Baltimore City Recreation & Parks and the Healthy Harbor Initiative for an Inner Harbor Kayaking Tour! Inner Harbor Kayak Tours are experienced paddlers only. Not an experienced paddler? Find other tours hereTours are offered every Sunday from April to October at 9am and 1pmDeparting from the Science Center Water Taxi landing, explore the Inner Harbor by kayak. See the historic Torsk submarine, the USS Constellation or Mr. Trash Wheel from a new and unique perspective!Every ticket includes a kayak, paddle, life jacket and a safely guided tourTicket sales close close on Saturday at 11am for the 9am tour and 3pm for the 1pm tourAll participants will be required to a temperature check and to provide and wear proper PPE aligning with Maryland regulations and are expected to maintain social distancing throughout the tripFAQ: Q: How many people can participate? A: There are 15 spots available for each tour.  Q: Is there an age limit? A: You must be 13 years or older to participate and an experienced paddler. Contact [email protected]  for any questions regarding ability and/or experience necessary.  Q: Is there anywhere for us to park? A: YES!  To find parking that works for your day please visit http://baltimoreparking.com/parking-locations/Other parking lots and pay spaces on Light Street and Key Highway are within walking distance of the Science Center. Metered spaces along Light Street and Key Highway are also available.We encourage you to use one of the recommended surface lots for parking during your stay. On-street parking is limited, and fines are increased in this area due to residential parking permits and frequent special events in the area. Vehicles in violation of local parking restrictions are subject to fines and/or towing. Q: Where do we meet for the tour? A: We begin the tour by practicing kayaking and handing out gear in the grass between the Maryland Science Center and West Shore Park. Look for the staged kayaks, as shown below: Q: What do I need to wear? A: LAYERS! Please dress to be outside. Being on the water is an awesome experience however you need to be prepared for wind, water and sun!! I recommend wearing clothes that are comfortable and can get dirty.  PLEASE WEAR CLOSED TOED SHOES!  Hats and sunscreen are highly recommended.  Please bring a change of clothes (just in case).  Don't forget your mask or face covering! Q: What do I need to bring? A: A reusable water bottle! You will see first hand how many plastic one-time use bottles are floating around out there in the water and wish you had a reusable one. Also, don't forget a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses. Q: What if I don’t swim? A: We provide and require all participants to wear a life vest while participating.  Swimming is NOT a required skill to participate.  Q: How is the water quality? A: We highly recommend reviewing the annual Healthy Harbor Report Card. We do not recommend paddling with us if you have open wounds or a compromised immune system.  Q: Is there anywhere to eat lunch? A: We are conveniently located near many lunch options in the Inner Harbor, Harbor Place and Harbor East.  Q:  What about the weather? A: Well, it’s the one thing we cannot control. Trips are all weather dependent. We, unfortunately, cannot go out on the water if: If there is thunder and or lighting. . . If the is a SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY.  This advisory is hard on everyone because most of the time it’s beautiful and sunny however the winds and tidal pull can make conditions on the water very dangerous.Rain. . .  Because of our Urban Environment we have a strict policy on waiting 48 hrs. after a rainfall in the Inner Harbor Area. Please read the Healthy Harbor Report Card before questioning this policy. . .Q:  What is the Cancellation and Refund Policy? A: If your trip has been cancelled due to weather related issues, you will be issued a full refund.All non-weather related refund requests must be made at least 48 in advance of your tour. PLEASE ARRIVE PROMPTLY. Pre-registration is required. For any questions, please call 410-382-5897 or email [email protected] Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore is creating and managing a world-class destination at Baltimore’s Waterfront while inspiring a cleaner, greener future for our neighborhoods, streams, and harbor. We're dedicated to improved maintenance, beautification, and visitor services for Baltimore’s signature asset—the Waterfront. Our Clean, Green, Hospitality, and Safety teams work tirelessly to provide a friendly face, a welcoming hand, and a watchful eye. We ensure the Promenade is clean and shiny, and that the landscape is always lush and colorful. Whether you live, work, or play at the Waterfront every day or are just visiting, know that our dedicated team behind the scenes is working hard to ensure your experience at Baltimore’s Waterfront is nothing less than exceptional.