The Hudson River Fishermen began the day at Castle Point Fishing Pier supplying rods, reels and bait along with angling lessons.
The River Trip led by the Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse returned to the cove around 10 a.m.
The team from Fund for a Better Waterfront talked to people about the critical role this nonprofit has played in the development of Hoboken’s public waterfront.
The beach at the Hoboken Cove in Maxwell Place Park is the only natural sand beach along the Hudson River south of the George Washington Bridge. This unique spot has attracted people throughout the region eager to get on the river via kayak, outrigger canoe and standup-paddle board.
Ke Aloha Outrigger, also based at the boathouse, sponsored outings in one of its traditional Polynesian outrigger canoes throughout the afternoon.
Noelle Thurlow and her young team from Resilience Adventures retrieved fish, crabs and other creatures of the river to teach visitors about the diverse marine wildlife at the cove.
Liz Cohen Ndoye provided an opportunity for young aspiring artists to show their talents.
Singer/guitarist Dana Harrison provided musical entertainment throughout the day.
The Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse provided free, supervised kayaking for all who sought to venture into the Hudson River at this protected cove area.
Montclair State University Traveling HAB Lab tested for algal growth in the Hoboken cove.
Ice cream anyone? The perfect treat on this hot summer day.
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