Upcoming Events
Guide Training
River Access Paddle Program (RAPP!) seeks to form a licensed and insured water-based tour guiding program or business that’s cooperatively run for and by people who live, work and visit the Duwamish Valley. As a guide you will help to provide affordable, safe and accessible water-based paddling tours of the Duwamish River. Our goal is to promote the Duwamish River as a safe and accessible place to get exercise, build community connections, and learn about the history and environment of Seattle’s only river.
In 2024, we are able to recruit and train 20 adult guides (with a focus on BIPOC participants) to complete a 2-day professional river guide training or a 1-day motor boat guide training. You will learn about cold water safety, paddle sport guide leadership, historically accurate information, and current impacts on the Salish Sea and Duwamish Waterway. Trainees will receive a $200 stipend after completing the training.
People who successfully complete the guide safety training this year will also receive paid opportunities to host your own community events, garbage pickup events and guided tours happening throughout 2024. Additional paid guiding work for school and community groups will be available.
Guide Training
River Access Paddle Program (RAPP!) seeks to form a licensed and insured water-based tour guiding program or business that’s cooperatively run for and by people who live, work and visit the Duwamish Valley. You will help to provide affordable, safe and accessible water-based paddling tours of the Duwamish River. Our goal is to promote the Duwamish River as a safe and accessible place to get exercise, build community connections, and learn about the history and environment of Seattle’s only river.
In 2024, we are able to recruit and train 20 adult guides (with a focus on BIPOC participants) to complete a 2-day professional river guide training or a 1-day motor boat guide training. You will learn about cold water safety, paddle sport guide leadership, historically accurate information, and current impacts on the Salish Sea and Duwamish Waterway. Trainees will receive a $200 stipend after completing the training.
People who successfully complete the guide safety training this year will also receive paid opportunities to host your own community events, garbage pickup events and guided tours happening throughout 2024. Additional paid guiding work for school and community groups will be available.
Duwamish River Cleanup
Come back later to RSVP. The River Access Paddle Program (RAPP!) is working towards a long-term community goal to promote the Duwamish River as a safe and accessible place to get exercise, build community connections, and share information about the history and environment of Seattle’s only river. RAPP provides affordable, safe and accessible water-based paddling tours of the Duwamish River. We are working with Duwamish River communities to create more access and awareness opportunities on The Duwamish River and the Salish Sea.
Public Tour
Come back later to RSVP for a kayak seat to paddle on the Duwamish River learn about history, marine habitat and environmental impacts.
Public Tour
Come back later to RSVP for a kayak seat to paddle on the Duwamish River learn about history, marine habitat and environmental impacts.
Motor Boat Guide Training
River Access Paddle Program (RAPP!) seeks to form a licensed and insured water-based tour guiding program or business that’s cooperatively run for and by people who live, work and visit the Duwamish Valley. As a guide you will help to provide affordable, safe and accessible water-based paddling tours of the Duwamish River. Our goal is to promote the Duwamish River as a safe and accessible place to get exercise, build community connections, and learn about the history and environment of Seattle’s only river.
In 2024, we are able to recruit and train 20 adult guides (with a focus on BIPOC participants) to complete a 2-day professional river guide training or a 1-day motor boat guide training. You will learn about cold water safety, paddle sport guide leadership, historically accurate information, and current impacts on the Salish Sea and Duwamish Waterway. You will also learn how to operate a powerboat on the Duwamish River and prepare for your WA State Captain’s License if you choose to attend the motor boat training. Trainees will receive a $200 stipend after completing the training.
People who successfully complete the guide safety training this year will also receive paid opportunities to host your own community events, garbage pickup events and guided tours happening throughout 2024. Additional paid guiding work for school and community groups will be available.
Motor Boat Guide Training
River Access Paddle Program (RAPP!) seeks to form a licensed and insured water-based tour guiding program or business that’s cooperatively run for and by people who live, work and visit the Duwamish Valley. As a guide you will help to provide affordable, safe and accessible water-based paddling tours of the Duwamish River. Our goal is to promote the Duwamish River as a safe and accessible place to get exercise, build community connections, and learn about the history and environment of Seattle’s only river.
In 2024, we are able to recruit and train 20 adult guides (with a focus on BIPOC participants) to complete a 2-day professional river guide training or a 1-day motor boat guide training. You will learn about cold water safety, paddle sport guide leadership, historically accurate information, and current impacts on the Salish Sea and Duwamish Waterway. You will also learn how to operate a powerboat on the Duwamish River and prepare for your WA State Captain’s License if you choose to attend the motor boat training. Trainees will receive a $200 stipend after completing the training.
People who successfully complete the guide safety training this year will also receive paid opportunities to host your own community events, garbage pickup events and guided tours happening throughout 2024. Additional paid guiding work for school and community groups will be available.
Public Tour
Come back later to RSVP for a kayak seat to paddle on the Duwamish River learn about history, marine habitat and environmental impacts.
Duwamish River Cleanup
Join us on the river for our fourth Duwamish River Clean up event where we’ll kayak to areas only accessible from the water to remove garbage from the shoreline. To date we have removed hundred of pounds of trash from the river with the help of our amazing volunteers like you. We’ll provide the kayaks, personal flotation devices and cleaning supplies free for those who RSVP. This event is completely free to attend. If you have your own kayak and PFD you may join us on the river. Please still sign the waiver below. All are welcomed. Participants must be at least 12 years old and be accompanied by an adult.
Duwamish Alive
This event is full. Please email anna@pugetsoundkeeper.org to be added to the waitlist.
Duwamish Alive is an annual in person on-water kayak community cleanup event. RSVP for a kayak spot to paddle on the Duwamish River and learn about its history, marine habitat and environmental impact.
We will host two cleanup sessions from 10:30am-12pm & 12:30-2pm, visiting the areas around the He?apus Village site, Kellogg Island, and ecological restoration sites in the area. Time on the water will be about 60 minutes-1.5 hours. This event is in partnership with Puget Sound Keepers.
Please sign the waiver before each event you plan to attend.
Duwamish River Cleanup
Participate in this environmentally conscious event with our growing community. This is rated as an easy paddle, and you will always be in a group. On the water, we will likely see Osprey, Eagles, Seals, Purple Martins, Terns and other wildlife. You are more than welcomed to bring your own kayak, canoe, or SUP. Please still fill out the waiver below. Reserve your spot and kayak for this garbage cleanup.
We value your interest in contributing to the garbage removal effort along the Duwamish River.
Duwamish River Cleanup
Participate in this environmentally conscious event with our growing community. This is rated as an easy paddle, and you will always be in a group. On the water, we will likely see Osprey, Eagles, Seals, Purple Martins, Terns and other wildlife. You are more than welcomed to bring your own kayak, canoe, or SUP. Please still fill out the waiver below. Reserve your spot and kayak for this garbage cleanup.
Thank you for your interest in cleaning up the garbage out of the Duwamish River.
MLK Day River cleanup (River debris cleanup #1)
This event is full. If you rsvp’d, please check your email for confirmation.
Due to the cold weather, the Martin Luther king Day marine Debris collection event has been postponed. Lets start off the new year right by caring for Seattle’s only fresh water river. RSVP and sign the waiver for MLK Jr. day of service.