🛶Hudson River Park has 4 custom-built boathouses to provide kayaking, outboard canoeing, stand-up paddleboard, sailing and more for 🆓 FREE throughout the summer and into early autumn. 🌊Pier 26 Boathouse in Tribeca is operated by an all-volunteer nonprofit, Downtown Boathouse, bring safe and free public access to the New York Harbor through kayaking. There are brief lessons for beginners of all ages, life vests, and free lockers for your belongings while you’re out on the water. 🚣🏾‍♀️ There are no reservations required but be sure to show up early because sign ups often close early due to popular demand. 🕘Hours: May 24 — Oct. 5: Saturdays & Sundays 10:00 am — 4:30 pm Weekday Evening Hours June 17 — Aug. 14: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 pm — 7:30 pm Aug. 19 — Aug. 28: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30 pm — 7:15 pm