Conestoga History Tours, Water Week 2026
Description
What is Lancaster Water Week?
Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, Lancaster Water Week, seeks to educate and empower our community to care for the 1,400 miles of streams and rivers in Lancaster County. Join us for over 60 events as we paddle, explore, volunteer, and take action for the streams and rivers of Lancaster County!
Learn more: www.lancasterwaterweek.org
Life looks different from the water
Join the Conestoga River Club as we celebrate the Lancaster Conservancy's 10th annual Water Week activities and celebrate River of the Year with guided tours of Our River, the Conestoga. Tours are fully supported and favorable for all skill levels, families, and boaters visiting the Conestoga for the first time. Guided conversations will focus on the history, culture, and conservation of our beautiful river.
Tour location and meeting place:
*please note date, and AM or PM trip when purchasing tickets.
June 8, 9, 11, or 12.
Meet at the parking lot south of the Conestoga River and east of the Strawberry St bridge in Lancaster Central County Park.
We will shuttle participants to the launch location upstream and then kayak back to your vehicles.
Contact Emily at programs@conestogariverclub.org for more information.
What to expect:
This is a guided tour of the Conestoga River. This is an American Canoe Association (ACA) Level 1 boater trip. Please take the self evaluation Essential Eligibility Criteria copied here to determine your personal eligibility. There will be several safety guides on the water during the trip. Read more about ACA boater classification here.
A Safety Briefing and gear inspection will be given before launch.
This is a rental only event due to limited transportation.
We will meet and park at County Central Park, you will be shuttled from there to the launch location so that we end the event where you parked.
In the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions, this event will be canceled and full refunds will be issued.
Age limits: No children under 12 years of age may participate on this float. Children 12 to 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Guest Expectations & Packing List
To ensure everyone's safety and comfort, participants must sign the ACA Waiver and bring the following items:
You can sign the ACA Waiver when you arrive at the event.
Please review the ACA Essential Eligibility Criteria here.
Footwear: You must wear closed-toe, full-foot water shoes or sneakers with good traction. Open sandals, flip-flops, and "slip-on" footwear are strictly prohibited. Please plan for your feet to get wet.
Clothing: Wear comfortable activewear, ideally made of quick-drying fabrics.
Sun Protection: Please bring a wide-brimmed hat or sunshade and sunscreen/sunblock.
Hydration: Bring a refillable water bottle or canteen. To support our clean water mission, single-use plastics are strongly discouraged.
Lunch/Food: CRC does not provide lunch, so make sure to pack nourishment as we will be on the river for several hours.
Personal Items: Bring a change of clothing and a towel to be kept in your vehicle. If you bring a phone or camera, dry storage (like a heavy-duty Ziploc bag) is highly recommended.
Health: Bring any necessary prescription medications. You will be prompted during registration to list any emergent medical conditions.
What We Provide
The Conestoga River Club is pleased to provide the following for each reservation:
Equipment: Kayak, paddle, and PFD (Personal Flotation Device).
Support: Event guides and safety personnel to lead the trip.
Refreshments: Water bottle refills and healthy snacks.
Emergency Medical & Contact Information Statement
To ensure your safety during the trip, we require all participants to provide the following information during the registration process:
This information will only be used in an emergent situation with appropriate first responders.
Medical Conditions: You will be prompted to list any known medical conditions at the time of registration.
Prescription Medications: Participants are responsible for bringing any necessary prescription medications for the duration of the event.
Emergency Contact: Please provide the name and phone number of a primary contact person who can be reached while you are on the river.
On-Site Support: The Conestoga River Club will provide an event guide and safety personnel for the duration of the trip.
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