Free Outdoor, Cultural, Accessible & Educational Adventures to do Near the New York Canal System Changing with the Seasons to Showcase the Waterways, Trails & Communities.

On the Canals logo with a yellow kayak
On the Canals logo with a yellow kayak
Photo of People Kayaking on NY Canals
Aerial Photo of People Kayaking on NY Canals
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Photo of People Bicycling Near NY Canals

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From kayaking, hiking, biking and boating, to tours, birding and painting — experience the great outdoors On the Canals!
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  • Art
  • Cycling, Kayaking and Boating
  • Birding
  • Predominantly Boat Tour
  • Other
  • Canal Waterways
  • Empire State Trail

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Join Artist Jeannine Pelusio to try Intuitive Painting overlooking the Erie Canal.​

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Erie Canal Embankment Restoration Project

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