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home > tours > Downtown Providence Tour NEW for 2010! 3 hour tour Downtown paddle Riverside art Paddle the route of Waterfire Tour Waterplace Park Paddle under Providence Place Mall For the last 10 years the city of Providence and its waterfront has gotten a facelift and the City is making a revival. This paddle takes you into downtown Providence is a great way to view all the improvements that are responsible for the recent growth of the area. We launch from Bold Point Park in East Providence and paddle along the newly renovated India Point Park. In order to get into the relocated Providence River we paddle under the new 195 suspension bridge and through the hurricane barriers. This will take us to the downtown section of this paddle tour. At this point we begin to paddle through the suspended fire grates used to create Providence’s renowned Waterfire in which thousands of people walk the river’s edge to be warmed and entranced by the glow, sounds and smells of the fires. Come with us and explore Providence by kayak and enjoy this unique experience!

Cost $55 per person Dates May 22 June 20 July 18, 30 August 6 October 2 Start/ End 10am to approximately 1pm Meeting Location Bold Point in East Providence, RI Prerequisite None. Includes Tandem (double) kayaks, paddle, PFD and paddling jacket/wetsuit if needed. 20% discount coupon to Eastern Mountain Sports. Paddlers can bring their own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by your guide. Please call 800-310-4504 with any questions. Does Not Include Lodging, transportation, meals, personal gear and clothing.

WHAT TO BRING? Shop for Gear! Please come dressed for the weather and prepared with the appropriate gear and clothing for your kayak program. Below is a list of gear and clothing recommended by the Eastern Mountain Sports Kayak School. If you have any questions please call 800-310-4504. Neoprene long or short sleeve top Neoprene is recommended. Any non-cotton material is appropriate as well. Non-cotton pants or shorts This will depend on the weather and season. Wetsuits are available from the Kayak School for spring, summer and early fall paddling. Drysuits are used for cold weather paddling. Water shoes Can be provided by the Kayak School upon request. No open toed shoes please. Food and Water Lunch and snacks (sandwich, chips, bars, etc...) 1 liter or more of water Additional Items Sunglasses Sunscreen Hat Bug spray Camera Dry bag (optional) Extra change of clothes and towel Kayak School will provide You are welcome to bring your own boat and gear. Both need to be equivalent to gear provided, appropriate for class, in good working order and approved by the instructor. Call 800-310-4504 with any questions. Kayak (singles and tandems) Paddle PFD Spray skirt Spray jacket Wet suit Dry suit (seasonal) Missing anything on this list? Don't forget your 20% discount EMS coupon that comes with your Climbing School confirmation letter!