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Sunset kayaking on the Hudson

25 Sep, 2024
Sunset kayaking on the Hudson

On Friday September 21st some of our students took a short trip across the Hudson River after spending the day touring in Manhattan. After crossing over into New Jersey, we had a beautiful view of the Manhattan skyline from the outside of the city.

We arrived at a dock where we would meet with other travelers and begin our journey on water. It was warm outside with a small breeze, almost perfect weather for such an activity. As we quickly learned the tough mechanics of paddling, we were soon out in the middle of the river!

The best part of this experience, however, was watching the sun sink lower as the colors intensified across the skyline. It’s an awe-inspiring moment, a blend of nature's beauty and the serenity of being on the water, with nothing but the peace of the evening and the gentle rocking of your kayak. An experience that feels like you're gliding through a painting! After enjoying that view, we left feeling a sense of accomplishment.

Overall, kayaking into the sunset? Totally worth the arm workout!

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