Groups have been paddling safely in the Baltimore Harbor for many years, but we do not take safety for granted. In fact, safety is our number one concern. Motorized safety boats will be patrolling the route and will be able to offer paddlers first aid and other assistance as needed.

Clean water with soap and hand sanitizer will be provided at Canton Waterfront Park.

Yes, water quality is always a concern in urban waterways and you should take time to familiarize yourself with local water issues by reviewing the Healthy Harbor Report Card or checking the most recent water quality data on swimguide.org. In the case of a major water pollution event in the days leading up to the Floatilla, we may ask participants to take extra precautions such as not participating if they have compromised immune systems or open wounds and asking participants to consider wearing gloves and waterproof clothing. The intent of this event is to raise awareness about water pollution issues in the Baltimore Harbor and we want all participants to understand the risks associated with paddling in an urban waterway.

The Baltimore Floatilla is a rain or shine event, however, it will be cancelled by 6:00 A.M. on the morning of the event if there is a small craft advisory or if other weather events make paddling unsafe (thunder, lightning, etc.).

If there is no small craft advisory but the weather is less than ideal, the event will still take place but the route may be shortened to ensure safety. Paddlers will be notified of route changes onsite the morning of the event.

If the event is canceled, participants will have the option of receiving a full refund or donating their registration fee to Healthy Harbor.

Yes, previous paddling experience is mandatory for participation in this event. This is not an event for first time paddlers; this is a five-mile round trip course in an urban waterway. We ask that all participants have previous experience paddling five or more consecutive miles.

Yes. All participants between the ages of 13-15 must be accompanied in the same boat by a parent or guardian; all participants between the ages of 16-17 must attend paddling event with parent or guardian but may operate their own craft; all participants 18 years or older may paddle individually without parent or guardian.

Your registration fee includes supervised launching from Canton Waterfront Park, a Baltimore Floatilla tech t-shirt, safety whistle, lunch and ice cream at the After Party!

To participate in the Floatilla you must either bring your own boat or rent a kayak or stand up paddle board with Ultimate Watersports through the registration page.

Nope! Bring a valid ID and we will have a list of names.

The Baltimore Harbor is under a tremendous amount of environmental stress caused by sewage overflows, trash, and polluted stormwater runoff. We are coming together in solidarity to support the environmental restoration of this ecosystem because we value the health of our city, our harbor, our bay, and our oceans.

We would love your participation! You can either participate in the rally by HarborPlace in the amphitheater between 10am and 11am, or meet us for the After Party at Canton Waterfront Park at 12pm.

Carpooling is encouraged! Canton Waterfront Park has free parking for up to 70 cars on a first come, first served basis. Once that lot is filled participants can drop off their vessels at the park but will then be directed to the paid lot at 1500 S. Clinton St where there are hundreds of parking spaces. Limited street parking is also available in the vicinity.

If you are paddling, please arrive no later than 7:30am, ready to launch by 8am. If you are rallying only, meet us by the Harbor Place Amphitheater between 10am and 11am to join in! The After Party will begin at 12pm

There is a floating dock and a concrete boat ramp on either side.

All individual paddlers participating in the event must check in at Canton Waterfront Park at 8:00am on Saturday, June 10th. Group paddlers in pre-notified and pre-determined group will launch from Harbor Hospital boat ramps. There is to be no crossing of the main channel after 8:00am.

The Baltimore Floatilla is a rain or shine event, however, it will be cancelled by 6:00 A.M. on the morning of the event if there is a small craft advisory or if other weather events make paddling unsafe (thunder, lightning, etc.).

If there is no small craft advisory but the weather is less than ideal, the event will still take place but the route may be shortened to ensure safety. Paddlers will be notified of route changes onsite the morning of the event.

If the event is canceled, participants will have the option of receiving a full refund or donating their registration fee to Healthy Harbor.

Yes! Email chelsea@waterfrontpartnership.org for more information.

Yes. Please bring a reusable bottle to refill at our water bottle refilling station.

You should come prepared to be outside and exposed to the elements for the duration of the event. To participate, you will need to bring a kayak, canoe or paddleboard, a paddle, a life jacket, and a large bottle of water. You should also consider bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, snacks, shoes, and clothing that you won’t mind getting wet and/or dirty.