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Kayak launch officially open for business in Washington
Posted on March 18th, 2021
It’s official! The new kayak launch is open for business at Havens Gardens in Washington! Thanks to the partnership with the City of Washington, the first kayaker – Harlan MacKendrick – was officially launched after a ribbon-cutting ceremony held March 12. At 101 years old, Harlan still loves to kayak on the Pamlico, accompanied by his daughter, Linda.
Sound Rivers Executive Director Heather Deck and Pamlico-Tar Riverkeeper Jill Howell joined Washington Mayor Donald Sadler, City Manager Jonathan Russell and Parks, City Councilwoman Betsy Kane and Rec Director Kristi Roberson for the ribbon-cutting, which was followed by the launch of Harlan and Linda in their kayaks. The structure features two launches, one of which is ADA accessible, allowing for greater access to the Pamlico for all kayakers.
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