New Rochelle Offers Sunset Kayak Sessions at Five Islands Park

Written By: Robert Cox

NEW ROCHELLE, NY (September 14, 2025) — The New Rochelle Parks & Recreation Department is hosting Sunset Kayak for adults, inviting participants to take in the beautiful sunset while exploring Five Islands Park.

The event is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 29, or Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The adult sunset paddle lasts two hours and costs $50.

All safety equipment is provided. Instruction and supervision are provided by certified and experienced staff from L.L.Bean and the Department of Parks & Recreation.

Closed-toe water permeable shoes are recommended. The program is great for beginner and experienced kayakers.

For more information, contact REC@NewRochelleNY.gov. Registration will be accepted online and in person at the Recreation office.

To register online, participants must have an active household account with the Parks & Recreation Department. To create an account, email a copy of a driver’s license and proof of address to LFlowers@newrochelleny.gov.

Those with existing accounts who have forgotten their username or password should email LFlowers@newrochelleny.gov to receive their username and a password reset link.

Once logged in, users can register by visiting the department’s online portal, searching for activities with the keyword “Kayak,” selecting a date, adding it to the cart and following payment prompts.

For questions, contact LFlowers@newrochelleny.gov or call (914) 654-2085.

This article was drafted with the aid of Grok, an AI tool by xAI, under the direction and editing of Robert Cox to ensure accuracy and adherence to journalistic standards.