Rediscover our Flint River from a Kayak
Bald eagles, great blue herons, kingfishers, dragonflies, turtles, walleye, bluegills, smallmouth bass, and more awaits you! Thanks to the generous support of the Genesee County Drain Commissioner and the Genesee County Community Water Quality Consortium’s “Our Water” program, the Flint River Watershed Coalition hosts Flint River Paddles from May through September, and each one is a uniquely beautiful journey down a different part our Flint River. Paddle with us to explore the beauty and wonder of our healthy thriving Flint River on a guided tour.
Guided Paddle Pricing:
$20 per person with your own equipment (kayak/canoe)
$30 per person including kayak rental (single kayak)
$40 per 2 people (tandem kayak)
Price includes shuttling, water, snacks, and guides but there may be additional charges for some events depending upon shuttle service. PFDs are required to be worn at all times on the water. All trips are scouted ahead of time. A limited number of canoes and kayaks are available to rent, so register early! Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to launch time to allow for check in, unloading, and equipment handout.
2024 Guided Paddle Schedule
This list includes our iKayak workshops as well as our Pedal to Paddles and Open Paddles on Flint Park Lake.
Due to ongoing in-river construction and several recent spills near Utah Dam, all activities have been moved to areas unaffected by the spill; upstream of Stepping Stone Falls, downstream starting at River Road in Flushing, or to local lakes. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
September
September 5th Thursday 5:30pm-7pm Open Paddle at Flint Park Lake
September 6th Friday 10am-6pm iKayak Workshop
September 8th Sunday 10am Flushing Riverview Park to Flushing Township Nature Park
September 11th Wednesday 10am Flushing Township Nature Park to Montrose Barber Park
September 12th Thursday 5:30pm-7pm Open Paddle at Flint Park Lake
September 12th Thursday 5:30pm-7pm River Kids (Ages 3-6 and 7-12)
September 13th Friday 5pm M15 to Irish Road
September 14th Saturday 10am Holloway Dam to Irish Road
September 16th Monday 8pm Full Moon Float
September 18th Wednesday 10:30am Tales for Tadpoles
September 18th Wednesday 5pm Invasive Species Paddle Holloway Dam to Richfield Park
September 19th Thursday 5:30pm-7pm Open Paddle at Flint Park Lake
September 19th Thursday 5:30pm-7pm River Kids (Ages 3-6 and 7-12)
September 22nd Sunday 10am Flushing Township Nature Park to Montrose Barber Park
October
Coming soon!
Instructional Classes $50 Per Participant
Learn how to kayak from our instructor with over 14 years of experience. This class covers basic strokes, techniques, gear, and how to stay safe while on the water. Intended for anyone new to the sport or those wanting to learn more. All equipment is provided.
Location: Thread lake by the McKinley center, 249 Peer Ave, Flint 48503.
Invasive Species Paddles
Join the Flint River Watershed Coalition and the Genesee Conservation District for our invasive species guided paddles. The coordinator for the GiLLS CISMA (Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area) will be joining our trip to provide some information on what invasive species are, why they are a problem, what you can do to help stop their spread, and lots of other interesting information as well as how to identify some of the common invasive species in our watershed. We look forward to having you join us for a fun float as we chat about some of the insidious invaders in our area!
Pedal to Paddles involve twice the fun! For those wishing to participate in both biking and kayaking, we will meet at 9:30 at the listed location and bike from where we have parked to our launch location. Once at the launch, we will kayak back to our vehicles. For those who wish to only bike OR kayak, that works too! Just let me know so we can let you know when to meet us if you are only kayaking.
What are Paddles of Tranquility?
Tranquility is the quality or state of being tranquil; that is, calm, serene, and worry-free. Learn peace of mind practices while experiencing nature right here in our own backyard by kayaking local waterways!
