Join Michigan Maritime Museum members, students, volunteers, and other paddlers for a beautiful fall paddle on the serene Black River in South Haven. Students of our Boat Building Classes are encouraged to participate with their class projects. Paddlers bring their own boats and leave from the Black River Park public boat launch for a leisurely paddle up the river and back. Paddlers are encouraged to visit the Museum after the event for refreshments.

Registration: $10 for adults, $5 for kids, and includes Museum admission.

Member Registration: $8 for adult members and $3 for child members.

Location: Black River Park: E Wells St, South Haven, MI 49090

Registration deadline: Sept. 1st.

Register for Black River Open Paddle or call 269-637-8078 ext. 3

On September 15th (with proof of registration) you get all sorts of great deals on paddle sport rentals at Outpost Sports and SoHa Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals!

After paddling up the river, enjoy discounts on local craft beer at South Haven Brewpub!

*Please contact our individual Black River Open Paddle partners for information on their discounts.