Central Falls Youth Kayak Program Now Accepting Registrations

CENTRAL FALLS, RI — A free kayaking program for kids is now up and running and accepting applications.

The city's parks and recreation department launched the youth kayak program with the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council. Last month everybody — including Gov. Dan McKee — showed up to celebrate at a ribbon-cutting at Central Falls Landing.

The new program introduces children and youth from Central Falls to the sport of paddling, and gets them out on the Blackstone River to enjoy nature. Mayor Maria Rivera this week encouraged families to participate and wished everybody a safe and healthy summer.

At the ribbon-cutting, Central Falls Parks and Recreation Director Alberto Rivas told Patch he's excited about the program and proud of everyone who chipped in to make it a reality.

Here's how to sign up:

1. Pre-register here: https://forms.gle/83sPpfGHK4fGoy15A

2. Wait for an instructor to call you to schedule your kayaking session.

3. Youth ages 13-18 must bring a signed consent waiver from a parent or
guardian, and youth ages 12 and younger must have a parent or guardian
present for the kayaking appointment time along with the waiver.

4. Go kayaking and have fun!