Holyoke Rows

☀️ Hello, August! ☀️
August is here! Whether you're looking for one last summer adventure or planning for fall, here's what's happening at the boathouse this month.

🛶 Last Youth Kayaking Camp of the Summer | August 3–7
Our final half-day youth kayaking camp still has openings! For ages 8+, it's a great opportunity to paddle, explore, make new friends, and enjoy a week of screen-free summer fun before school starts.

Register here: https://www.holyokerows.org/product/Summer-Youth-Kayaking/9?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=RNDIAQMHGNQSRPNMKQPE2ZI5

🎣 Summer Nights Kayaking & Fishing
Our FREE family and youth kayaking & fishing evenings continue Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-8pmthrough August 19. There are still three more weeks to join us on the river! No experience or equipment needed.

🚣 Looking Ahead: Fall Youth Rowing
Registrations are now open for our fall youth rowing programs.

Middle School Learn to Row
• FREE for Holyoke & Chicopee students
• Meets 2 days per week
• A fun introduction to rowing for middle school students

High School Rowing Team
• Open to all area high school students
• Beginners welcome
• 5-day-a-week competitive program
• FREE for Holyoke & Chicopee students

Learn more & register: https://www.holyokerows.org/shop/Youth-Programs/2

We hope to see you on the river this August!

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🚣 Youth Ages 10+: One Last Chance to Learn to Row This Summer! ☀️

Our first Youth Learn to Row session of the summer was an incredible success! We loved watching young people discover rowing, build confidence on the water, make new friends, and try something completely new.

Now there’s one final opportunity to join us this summer!

📅 July 20- July 24
🕘 9:00–11:30 AM
Ages 10+
$150 for the week
Holyoke Rows 25 Jones Ferry Rd, Holyoke

Perfect for beginners—no experience necessary. Our experienced coaches will teach everything your child needs to get out on the water and have a great time.

Need-based financial assistance is available. We don't want cost to be the reason someone misses this opportunity.

👉 Register here:
https://www.holyokerows.org/product/Summer-Youth-Beginning-Rowing/10?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=10

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🚣‍♀️Hope to see you tonight for more FREE youth & family kayaking and fishing! 5:30-8pm.

Beginners welcome, all equipment provided. Just show up and we'll help you get on the water.

📍 Holyoke Rows--25 Jones Ferry Rd, Holyoke MA

Photo: Two family members paddle together in a bright red tandem kayak on the Connecticut River, both smiling at the camera.

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🌧️ Rain today. 🚣 Next week? A whole new adventure.

Summer isn't over yet! If you're looking for something fun and active for your child, there's still time to join us for Youth Kayaking at Holyoke Rows.

📅 Our next kayaking session Youth Kayaking Program (Ages 8+) | July 13-17th | Daily 9:00–11:30 AM starts Monday, and spots are still available!

This beginner-friendly program for kids ages 8+ is led by experienced coaches, and no kayaking experience or equipment is needed. Kids spend their mornings learning to paddle, building confidence, making new friends, and enjoying time outdoors on the Connecticut River.

Give your child a summer adventure they'll remember for years to come!

🚣 Ready to get your child on the water? Register here:
https://www.holyokerows.org/product/Summer-Youth-Kayaking/9?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=RNDIAQMHGNQSRPNMKQPE2ZI5

We can't wait to see your family at Holyoke Rows this summer!

Hi all— due to the forecasted weather tonight ☔️ our Summer Nights on the River at Holyoke Rows 🌊 Free Kayaking & Fishing is cancelled. We’ll be back for more free youth and family kayaking on Wednesday!