Join the Charles River Watershed Association and Indigenous Peoples Day Newton for a leisurely midday paddle on one of the more beautiful stretches of the Charles River. As the Charles winds between Cutler Park Reservation on one bank and Millennium Park on the other, we can enjoy a largely undeveloped stretch of water.

Along the way, you will have the chance to hear from special guest Dr. Crystal Cavalier, member of the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation, Dr. Darlene Flores who will share about the sacred Taíno traditions of canoes, local Native culture bearers, and advocates from the Charles River Watershed Association.

Event Details:

This event is rain or shine. This stretch of the Charles has very calm waters. Canoes and mishoons ("mashoons") will be provided with life jackets. Lifejackets required for all participants. Under 16 requires adult supervision at all times. All skill levels are welcome. Experienced paddlers will be in each vessel. Wear comfortable clothes that can get wet and wear sunscreen. This experience will last about 4 hours.

Ticket Info:

Event is free for all Native participants. For non-Native participants, we suggest a $100 donation for adults and a $25 donation for youth under 16. There is also a pay what you can option. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Space is limited so sign up today! All proceeds will support IPD Newton's 2023 Indigenous Peoples Day Ceremonial Celebration.

Questions? 

Please contact Hartman Deetz at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

Indigenous Peoples Day Newton (IPDN) is fiscally sponsored by NOPI - Nonprofit Incubator, a Massachusetts nonprofit corporation and 501(c)(3) organization, EIN 81-5089505. Donations made to IPDN through NOPI Inc. are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Email us with any questions at [email protected].