News from Westchester County Legislator, Virginia Perez, 17th District.

Hudson River Riders—the free public paddling program of Yonkers Paddling & Rowing Club—kicks off on Wednesday, June 19 Community paddles, tours, and instruction at JFK Marina and the YPRC Boathouse! Hudson River Riders—the free public paddling program of Yonkers Paddling & Rowing Club (YPRC) —kicks off on Wednesday, June 19 with a community paddling program at JFK Marina from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Ages five and older/no registration needed. View all free weekly activities at HudsonRiverRiders.org. Groups of 8+ and specific programs must preregister through info@hudsonriverriders.org/ (914) 303-5643 x105. This year, Hudson River Riders is doubling the amount of free paddling experiences it offers. Introductory kayaking sessions for ages 5+ will take place at JFK Marina on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Time is reserved specifically for camp and community group sessions on Thursday and Friday at JFK Marina. New this year: sea kayaking tours and race training and fitness programs for ages 13+ at the YPRC Boathouse at 35 Alexander Street.  Hudson River Riders Free Weekly Activities Walk-up Community Paddling Wednesdays & Thursdays 4:00 pm–7:00 pm  Ages 5 years and older / Groups of 8 or more by reservation  JFK Marina, Yonkers Community Groups and Camps Thursdays & Fridays 11:30 am–1:30 pm Free to non-profit groups and camps, starting at $250 per session for-profit organizations Ages 5 years and older / Register in advance  JFK Marina, Yonkers Sea Kayak Tours Fridays 5:30 pm–7:30 pm Ages 13 years and older / Register in advance  YPRC Boathouse, 35 Alexander Street, Yonkers Race Training and Fitness Mondays 5:30 pm–7:30 pm Ages 13 years and older / No registration needed YPRC Boathouse, 35 Alexander Street, Yonkers