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Enjoy a fun-filled 1-hour family paddle followed by a delicious ice cream treat at Frances Slocum State Park. Perfect for all ages on summer Mondays!
Enjoy a fun-filled 1-hour family paddle followed by a delicious ice cream treat at Frances Slocum State Park. Perfect for all ages on summer Mondays!
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Operated by Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Frances Slocum Park · Wyoming, Pennsylvania
easy.
1 hour.
Suitable for all fitness levels, including children and beginners; minimal stamina required.
No, kayaks and canoes are provided by Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals as part of the event.
Yes, the paddle is gentle and family-friendly, making it suitable for kids with adult supervision.
Absolutely! This event welcomes beginners and includes a brief orientation to get you comfortable.
Light rain usually won’t cancel the event, but severe weather may cause rescheduling or cancellation for safety.
Yes, all participants are required to wear life jackets, which are provided free of charge.
This is a walk-up event, so no advance booking is necessary, but arriving early is recommended.
Frances Slocum State Park was named after a young woman taken captive during the American Indian Wars and later integrated into a Native American tribe.
The park promotes lake and forest conservation by encouraging catch-and-release fishing and educating visitors about local ecosystems.
Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Frances Slocum Park operates at Frances Slocum State Park in Wyoming, Pennsylvania. The outfitter rents kayaks, canoes, and pedal boats for one hour, two hour, and four hour sessions, and offers guided and special-event paddles including weekday and family programs. Instructors and staff provide safety gear and instruction; a listed expert instructor, Art Coolbaugh, leads Kayaking 101 and children’s lessons. Regular events include a midweek Happy Hour Pizza, Pints, and Paddle on Wednesdays, a Family Ice Cream Paddle on Mondays, and weekly children's sessions for ages 10–12 on Tuesdays. Seasonal offerings include a Fall Foliage Paddle with a guided tour followed by hot chocolate and roasted marshmallows. A Weekday Paddle Pass grants unlimited solo kayaking on weekdays for the summer for $150 per pass with only 30 passes available. Rentals are available for ages 4 and up for one hour sessions; other programs specify appropriate age ranges. The business emphasizes safety by providing essential gear with each rental and offering instructor-led classes for beginners and families. Visitors can choose short paddles or longer four hour rentals for fishing and photography. Because operations occur within Frances Slocum State Park, paddlers enjoy a managed lake setting and state park amenities. Booking options include walk-up events and reservations for timed boat rentals. For families, beginners, and experienced paddlers seeking convenient access to kayaks, canoes, and pedal boats at Frances Slocum Lake, Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals - Frances Slocum Park provides structured programs, equipment, and local knowledge.
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