Upcoming Events
Hike-a-Thon
Evening Paddle
in support of the Ecology Action Centre
Join Musquodoboit Valley Outfitters for a relaxed evening paddle on the Musquodoboit River through the breathtaking 350-million-year-old granite uplands and the Shubenacadie glacial spillway formed at the end of the last Ice Age.
Whether you're looking to log more movement minutes toward your fundraising goal or simply spend a beautiful summer evening immersed in nature, we'd love to have you join us.
🗺️ Route
Meet MVOutfitters team at Crawfords Bridge. Parking is available near the river under the overpass and along the roadside.
We'll launch at 6:00pm and paddle up river over flat water to the majestic granite uplands before returning to Crawfords Bridge. This round-trip paddle is approximately 6 kms.
Check out our Interactive Google Map for location pins
🛶 Boats
This route is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and SUPs. You're welcome to bring your own boat or rent one from us. We're pleased to offer exclusive discounted rates for registered Hike-a-Thon participants in support of the Ecology Action Centre. Rentals include life jackets, paddles, and boater safety kits.
Single Kayak: $30 (regularly $45)
Canoe: $50 (regularly $65)
Waivers
All participants are required to complete a Release of Liability Waiver prior to paddling.
Participants under the age of 19 must have a parent or legal guardian complete the Liability Waiver on their behalf. If a parent or legal guardian is also paddling, they only need to complete the Parent/Legal Guardian Waiver for themselves and their minor child(ren). They do not also need to complete the Adult (19+) Waiver.
📅 August 12th, 2026
🕚 6:00 to 8:00pm
📍Launch from Crawfords Bridge in Meaghers Grant
Event Guidelines
🚣 Paddle at your own risk
🦺 PFDs/Life jackets required for all participants
🌿 All participants are asked to abide by the Leave No Trace principals
☺️ Be safe, kind, and have fun
Musquodoboit River Social Paddle
📅 June 20th, 2026
🕚Launch @ 11am
Connect and socialize with fellow paddlers while enjoying the serene beauty of the Musquodoboit River and supporting local community groups.
Route Info
⌚ 3 - 5 hours to complete
📏 ~12.5 kms
🛶 Boat Rentals
You can request kayak and canoe rentals during registration. We'll confirm within 24-hours. Reserve early as boats are limited and sold out last year.
UPDATE May 5th: Kayaks sold out. Limited canoes still available.
🚐 Shuttle Service
Musgo Rider and MV Outfitters will provide a shuttle between Dave's Landing and the Park. Seats are limited and must be reserved when completing the registration form.
If using the shuttle, drop off your gear and guests at the Park, then drive your vehicle to Dave's Landing to meet the shuttle back.
Cost: $10/per person. Cash only. Please bring exact change.
Times below reflect departure from Dave's Landing and arrival at Elderbank Park.
Shuttle #1: 9:50am ➡️ 10am
Shuttle #2: 10:20am ➡️ 10:30am
Shuttle #3: 10:50am ➡️ 11am
Parking
🅿️ Limited parking at the Park
🅿️ Extra parking at Saint Andrew's United Church (~240 meters from the Park)
🅿️ Lots of roadside parking near Dave's Landing on the Wyse Road
Food & Drinks
🍵🍳 Breakfast and coffee available 9:30-11am at the Park
🌭 BBQ at Dave's Landing for after your paddle
💵 Cash only
🎟️50-50 Tickets
Tickets available at Elderbank Park in support of the non-profit Elderbank Recreation Club. Winner announced at Dave’s Landing after paddle.
Event Guidelines
🚣 Paddle at your own risk
🦺 PFDs/Life jackets required for all participants
🌿 All participants are asked to abide by the Leave No Trace principals
☺️ Be safe, kind, and have fun
Organized in partnership with the Musquodoboit Valley Communities Association, Elderbank Recreation Club, and Musquodoboit Valley Outfitters.