Moses and the Monster, Harriet Tubman and Patty Cannon Kayaking Guided Tour

Sep 15, 2021 • 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Broad Creek Excursions: Moses and the Monster, Harriet Tubman and Patty Cannon

Time: 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $65/person for rental kayaks ($65/solo kayak, $130/tandem kayak); $30/person with personal boat
Meeting location: just northwest of the North Poplar Street bridge in Laurel, DE. Use these GPS coordinates: 38.5593, -75.57321, or please click here for a Google Map.

Alex and Lisa Green of Harriet Tubman Tours will join Jim Rapp of Delmarva Birding Weekends to guide this early evening paddling experience. Along the route, they will share stories of the journeys to freedom along the Underground Railroad led by the Moses of Her People, Harriet Tubman.

In October 1856, Harriet Tubman organized what is considered by scholars to be “one of her most complicated and clever escape attempts” as she traveled along the Nanticoke River. In the early 1800s, the murderous Patty Cannon was the leader of a local gang that was known for kidnapping free African Americans for sale into slavery along what has become known as the “Reverse Underground Railroad.” On this paddle, you’ll learn about “Moses and the Monster” (we borrowed that title from this excellent book) and search for birds as the sun sets.

Please note: There are 4 rental solo kayaks and 2 rental tandem kayaks on site. Our inventory within PayPal is set to reflect these numbers. If you try to purchase a ticket and the kayak you choose is sold out, please email dmvbirds@gmail.com and we will try to get some additional kayaks

Moses and the Monster, Harriet Tubman and Patty Cannon Kayaking Guided Tour