Take a step back into history with this unique paddling experience! Located on the Susquehanna River just south of the Safe Harbor Dam is one of the largest concentrations of petroglyphs in the Northeast U.S. Found primarily on two islands named Big Indian Rock and Little Indian Rock, these petroglyphs are thought to be as many as 1,000 years old. The Algonquian Indians created these rock carvings that can still be enjoyed today, accessible only by kayaks, canoes, or small motorized boats.
Join us with our expert petroglyphs interpreter, Paul Nevin. Paul is recognized as the authority on the rock art of the lower Susquehanna River. He has been visiting, documenting, and researching the Safe Harbor Petroglyphs for more than 40 years. His interest in Indigenous Culture goes back even further. In 2002, Paul led the Safe Harbor Petroglyph Recording Project for which he received the 2003 Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Award for archaeology. He has appeared in numerous TV programs, news stories, and magazines, and has written chapters for the books The Rock Art of Eastern North America (2004) and Native Americans in the Susquehanna River Valley, Past and Present (2013). Paul is a past president of the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology, and a board member of the Eastern States Rock Art Research Association. Paul brings his blend of archaeological knowledge and Native American sensibility to make for a unique and unforgettable experience visiting the Safe Harbor Petroglyphs.
This float is on the Susquehanna River, which is vulnerable to windy conditions, so previous paddling experience is recommended. Our canoes seat 2 adults, so individuals will be paired up with another paddler – if you are not comfortable paddling with a stranger, sign up with a buddy! Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear that you don’t mind getting wet or dirty. There are portable toilets, picnic tables, and a playground at the park, so feel free to bring lunch if you want to hang around before or after your paddle!
Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due online at the time of registration. Cancellations made seven or more days in advance of the event will receive a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made within seven days of the event will not receive a refund. Events with fees of $10 or less are not refundable unless canceled by NHSM. NHSM retains the right to update or change these requirements at any time.