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Here's what people are saying about our water sports adventures...
“This was our first Road Scholar program and it was wonderful. We were impressed with the organization of the excursion, the knowledge of the instructors, the planning of each day and how much we learned about the Barrier Islands. Kayaking was fun and not too strenuous. We took breaks and stopped at different points to hear about the salt marshes, swamp creeks and so much more. Kudos to the Chincoteague Bay and Field Station instructors!”
— Barbara from Lima, NY
“This is great program for somewhat experienced kayakers. Due to wind and tide conditions, strength is definitely an asset. The accommodations are sparse but comfortable, food is good. Dinners out and the crab boil were terrific! The instructors are knowledgeable and fun to be with. The location is so convenient with beaches, marshes, little quaint beach towns within 20 minutes. This was our first Road Scholar trip and we are already planning our next!”
— Natalie from Buffalo, NY
Kayaking the Chesapeake and Eastern Shore
Unique kayak programs designed for travelers age 50+!
Experience the coastal environment from a new perspective as you kayak while viewing coastal flora and fauna. Paddle with Chincoteague Bay Field Station ecologists/biologists through salt marsh ecosystems, over eel grass beds and up a picturesque river and extraordinary coastal creeks of the Chesapeake and Chincoteague Bays.
Each Water Sports Adventure includes:
- All lodgings & most meals
- Expert-led lectures & field trips
- Hands-on experiences & performances
- All gratuities
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Favorite Experiences in the Chesapeake:
- Experience day and night paddles through the diverse waters of the Eastern Shore, including the scenic Pocomoke River, which snakes through one of the northernmost cypress swamps.
- Refresh your skills through classroom and field instruction and demonstrations, starting with the basics and progressing through more advanced skills.
- Learn about the coastal and bay ecosystems of the Eastern Shore, winding through a salt marsh for intimate encounters with egrets, herons and other animals.
A university of the world, Not-for-Profit Road Scholar has been leading global educational adventures for adults for nearly 50 years.
Our programs are all-inclusive educational adventures, not superficial tours. When you explore with us, you’ll have a deep, thought-provoking experience delivered by faculty experts on site.