2023 Schuylkill Holiday
Luminaria Paddle
Join Take It Outdoors on a one-of-a-kind paddle through the Schuylkill Canal Associations luminaries display of over 2000 luminaries lining the canal. We’re headed out to enjoy the festivities TIO style: friends boats, lights, and fun.
December 9th, 2023
The best way to celebrate the holidays!
Join Take It Outdoors on a one-of-a-kind paddle through the Schuylkill Canal.
Each year is a unique paddle. We have had warm weather, ice to paddle through and some years a good amount of snow to set the scene! Don’t put that kayak away just yet, come out and welcome the season in style!
DECORATIONS
Festive, but safe, decorations are welcome and encouraged…but not required.
TIME & LOCATION
We will meet at the Lock 60 Parking lot before 3:30 pm and plan to launch shortly thereafter. The access road to the park will be closed at 3:30 so be sure to arrive before then.
THE PADDLE
We will first paddle the two miles down the Schuylkill River to the portage. As darkness falls, we decorate our boats, then continue up the canal two miles to the luminarias and SCA gathering.
FUNDRAISER
A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Schuylkill Canal Association to help support this event for years to come.
Decoration Restrictions:
Any decorations which impede your paddling ability, have loose parts (cords,strings, etc that are not secured to the boat) that may tangle you in the event of an emergency, any liquid fuel powered, open flame, flaky or hazardous materials are not permitted. Except for glowsticks, All decorations must be secured to the boat and not to you, your paddle, or your PFD.
Winter Clothing:
This is a cold weather paddle and we highly recommend you Layer up with wool, synthetics (like Under Armor and other similar brands), or wool-synthetic blends. Try your best to aviod cotton. Please pack an extra bag of dry clothes in case of emergency. We will have extra dry bags.
Night Equipment:
PA Law requires your boat to have a white light on board. This can be a headlamp, or a deck mounted kayak light. We provide extra lights if needed. We plan to enjoy the luminaria and our own festive lights but be prepared with additional lights for safety. When we are paddling in the lighted section of the luminaries we ask that you turn your headlight off completely.
All paddlers must be at least 16 years of age to participate in this event.