South Brooklyn Waterfront Tour

Throughout the year the Gowanus Dredgers host groups of 20 to 50 bicyclists to explore a ten-mile section of the South Brooklyn shoreline. The tour focuses on issues affecting habitat and water quality but also includes a lecture about the area history, recent developments and introduces community resources available along Brooklyn's shoreline.

The tour stops at community organizations where representatives inform the group about their efforts and the workshop highlights the variety of uses and environmental issues found on the waterfront.

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The tour heads south on Furman Street to Red Hook briefly highlighting the proposed greenway and features of the waterfront neighborhood of South Brooklyn. From Red Hook, the ride continues slowly up the banks of the Gowanus Canal exploring the hidden treasures of landmarks, bridges, dead end streets, presented with a full history of the neighborhood - narrated by your host and waterfront historian, Owen Foote.

The riding pace is easy and slow around the Gowanus Canal. This is a perfect tour for beginners and for all ages and usually lasts for three hours. Pack a lunch or snack and some water. The tour will be cancelled if it is raining at 30 minuites prior to departure and the ride is free ($10 donations accepted). Don't forget a helmet, sunscreen and a camera for the spectacular views.