Saturday, July 18th, 2009, 10am–4pm
Governor’s Island, NYC
The Governors Island Ferry departs from the Battery Maritime Building located adjacent to the Staten Island Ferry in Lower Manhattan. The ferry terminal is accessible as follows:
By Subway: #1 to South Ferry Station, #4, 5 (weekdays) to Bowling Green, W (weekdays only), R (weekdays and weekends) to Whitehall St. Station;
By Bus: M1 (weekdays only), M6, M9 and M15
Cost: Free
A FREE day of entertainment, education & adventure for the whole family celebrating the potential of our waterfront!
On July 18th thousands from the Tri-State region will float, ferry, paddle, row, splash, canoe, and kayak their way to beautiful Governors Island for the 2nd Annual City of Water Day Festival.
From the upper Hudson to Raritan Bay, we are a City of Water—yet too many of us are cut off from this tremendous resource. Help us revitalize the waterfront with a festival for the entire family.
On July 18th thousands from the Tri-State region will float, ferry, paddle, row, splash, canoe, and kayak their way to beautiful Governors Island for the 2nd Annual City of Water Day Festival.
From the upper Hudson to Raritan Bay, we are a City of Water—yet too many of us are cut off from this tremendous resource. Help us revitalize the waterfront with a festival for the entire family.
Festival Highlights:
* Hundreds of kayakers, canoers, and sailors converging on the island from launch points throughout the region* Fun and FREE boat tours on historic and educational vessels—including bird-watching eco tours and tours of the working harbor** Delicious food from the city’s best local vendors* An exciting line-up of local bands* Special children’s activities, like the fishing, arts and crafts, rides, and a Kids Race sponsored New York Road Runners* The Waterfront Action Fair, where you can learn how to do your part for the waterfront* A special kick-off event headlined by VIP speakers at the Battery Maritime Building.
*Space for on-water activities is limited. Click the links to boat tours to make a reservation.
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