Pre-Sojourn Events -- Friday, June 13, 2003: Narrowsburg, N.Y.
Set up camp at Landers Campground, enjoy dinner on your own, and an evening campfire. No registration until Saturday morning.

Day 1 -- Saturday, June 14, 2003: Callicoon, N.Y. to Narrowsburg, N.Y. (13.5 miles)
Enjoy the spectacular views and moderate whitewater. Look for bald eagles and experience Skinners Falls! Hear about local history involving the New Jersey claim line.
Day planner: National Park Service, Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.

Day 2 -- Sunday, June 15, 2003: Narrowsburg, N.Y. to Minisink Ford, N.Y. (14 miles)
This section has eel weirs, Class I and II whitewater, beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife. Hear about what makes this place special as an interpreter explains the relationship between Ten Mile River, the Tusten Settlement, and Lackawaxen-area history.
Day planner: National Park Service, Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.

Day 3 -- Monday, June 16, 2003: Bushkill, Pa. to Worthington, N.J. (12 miles)
There are some inviting islands (Depew, Poxono, Tocks, and Shawnee) and numerous bends on this calm and very scenic river segment. Enjoy programs about regional geology, flora, and fauna.
Day planners: National Park Service, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Pocono Environmental Education Center.

Day 4 -- Tuesday, June 17, 2003: Worthington, N.J. to Portland, Pa. (10 miles)
Today sojourners will witness the spectacular Delaware Water Gap and experience its geological grandeur. Hear a presentation about the relationship of resorts, railroads, and rivers.
Day planners: National Park Service, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and Pocono Environmental Education Center.

Day 5 -- Wednesday, June 18, 2003: Upper Black Eddy, Pa. to Point Pleasant, Pa. (13 miles)
Recently designated Wild and Scenic, this “Lower Delaware” river segment is as beautiful as it is diverse. Learn about an exciting land preservation effort involving the Delaware Canal State Park. Come enjoy an evening campfire with Native American stories and live acoustic music.
Day planner: Delaware River Greenway Partnership.

Day 6 -- Thursday June 19, 2003: Point Pleasant, Pa. to Lambertville, N.J. (8.7 miles)
On this beautiful stretch of the Lower Delaware, we'll learn about the plans to protect its Wild and Scenic waters. Tour the historic Prahlsville Mill and learn how our waterways contributed to our region's history. Celebrate the permanent preservation of 1,000 acres of Delaware River Watershed lands and find out what protection of watershed lands means for residents of riverside communities.
Day planner: Delaware & Raritan Greenway.

Day 7 -- Friday, June 20, 2003: Neshaminy State Park, Pa. to Palmyra Cove Nature Park, N.J. (10 miles)
Discover the unique features of the Delaware Estuary. Scientists and staff from The Academy of Natural Sciences and Palmyra Cove Nature Park will interpret the tidal portion of the Delaware. Explore a wetland and become acquainted with the plants and animals that call it "home."
Day planners: The Academy of Natural Sciences and Palmyra Cove Nature Park.

Day 8 -- Saturday, June 21, 2003: Palmyra Cove Nature Park, N.J. and Philadelphia, Pa. (3 mile round trip sail)
Enjoy the Philadelphia/Camden section of the river aboard the North Wind, a 75-foot schooner sail boat. You will learn about the Delaware Riverfront Project from the Pennsylvania Environmental Council. Conduct water quality tests and sample plankton, just as scientists do, and discuss water quality, past and present.
Day planners: The Academy of Natural Sciences and Palmyra Cove Nature Park.

Photo by Sue Goddard

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