Get ready for a one-of-a-kind Champlain Canal experience– half history cruise, half environmental hike. Every Tuesday, June through October, at 3:30pm, join us for a unique adventure that combines history and nature, thanks to a generous grant from the New York State Canal System. 

This free event, limited to just 12 participants per session, will split the group into two exciting activities. Six participants will embark on the Caldwell Belle, enjoying a double lock-through of Lock C5 before cruising north to Eagle Point. Along the way historians from Hudson Crossing Park will share captivating and lesser-known stories of the Champlain Canal and the historic Saratoga region.

Meanwhile, the other six participants will set off on an easy 1.5-mile hike along Hudson Crossing Park’s scenic trails. Guided by knowledgeable park staff, hikers will learn about the park’s rich history of environmental stewardship and diverse wildlife that Hudson Crossing is home to. The hike will cover topics ranging from the impacts of area’s industry and PCB pollution to modern efforts to control invasive species and reintroduce native plants, offering a deeper understanding of responsible land stewardship along the canal system.

At Eagle Point, which boasts stunning views of Northumberland Falls, the two groups will meet and switch activities. Those who started on the boat will finish their adventure with a hike, while the hikers will enjoy the return trip with a double lock-through experience before docking.

This rare and enriching opportunity is brought to you free of charge through the collaborative efforts of Hudson Crossing Park, Mohawk Maiden Cruises, and the New York State Canal Corporation's "On the Canals" program. Don't miss out on this unique blend of history and nature—dust off your walking shoes and join us for "Hikes and History."

Pre-registration is required. Please go to https://fareharbor.com/mohawkmaidencruises/items/176002/ for more information and to register.