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Home Events Kayak & Brews - September

Kayak & Brews - September

September 10, 2026 from 3:00pm to 6:00pm

Enjoy a series of scenic guided paddles through the Galien River Marsh starting from the New Buffalo Boat Launch. Afterwards, join us at Seedz Brewery for a social hour!


Please arrive promptly at 3:00pm. Before departing, all participants must fill out waivers, get gear, and listen to our short safety talk.

Paddle:
3pm - 4:30pm ET at the New Buffalo Boat Launch
(across from the beach), 201 Marquette Dr, New Buffalo, MI 49117

Social Hour:
5pm - 6pm ET at Seedz Brewing, 16321 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI 49129


Registration:
Registration is required and will open on August 24th at 10am ET with limited space for those who do not have their own kayak. This event is 21+. Due to our limited number of kayaks, participants who have their own paddlecraft (stand-up paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, etc.) are encouraged to bring them. This is not an instructional event; participants must have previous kayaking experience to attend.

Cost:
We are excited to bring the kayaking portion of this program to the community free of charge, with additional kayaks available for participants thanks to our partners at Third Coast Paddling! Participants will be responsible for covering their vehicle parking fees at the City Boat Launch and their bills at Seedz Brewery.

Email our Outreach Naturalist Cala cmoeller@chikamingopenlands.org with questions.