Hudson River Greenland Festival

The Hudson River Greenland Festival attracts participants of all levels as well as talented and renowned mentors from many different regions, including Greenland. We strive to pass along traditional kayaking skills in a “Pay it Forward” method...by observing...by learning...by teaching.

Traditional Kayaking may be just what you are looking for. A passionate group of mentors will offer the opportunity to either discover a new skill or further enhance the repertoire of any Greenlandic paddler. Come explore these very practical strokes, braces, rescues and rolling skills.

The Hudson River Greenland Festival was founded in October 2003 at Norrie State Park on the Hudson River in Staatsburg, NY. Organized by Wayne Gilchrest and Hudson Valley Pack & Paddle, the one-day event featured Greenland Kayak technique demonstrations, races and rolling competitions.