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All trips depart from Central Falls Landing

15 Madeira Avenue, Central Falls, RI

 

As the leaves start to change and temperatures cool down, now is a perfect time to get out on the Blackstone River! Join us at any of our upcoming trips this October to help us close out our 2024 season!
 

 

Pirates On The Blackstone

Saturdays at 1 PM, 2:15 PM & 3:30 PM

Are you ready to become a pirate?

Your hour-long experience includes a 45-minute journey on the water that is great for children of all ages and includes a FREE GIFT!

The captain will greet you on land to begin this epic tale… and don’t miss the fun activities, pirate games, and photo opportunities on shore before your adventure to find the lost pirate treasure. Come fully dressed as a pirate to increase the fun!!
 

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Haunted Blackstone: Ghost Stories River Tour with Tom D'Agostino

October 8 at 6 PM (LOW TICKETS) October 19 at 7 PM (LOW TICKETS) October 21 at 6 PM

Renowned paranormal expert, Tom D'Agostino, will share some of the many haunted stories found around RI's Blackstone Valley! Are you brave enough to hop aboard The Explorer?
 

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Guided Nature & Heritage Tours
 

Sundays at 1 PM, 2 PM, 3 PM & 4 PM

Come for an intriguing and relaxing 50-minute guided journey that uncovers the serenity and beauty found along the Blackstone River in Central Falls, Cumberland, and Lincoln. Learn about this interesting landscape…enjoy a chance glimpse at the river wildlife that inhabits this tight urban area…and discover why this geography attracted settlers and industries to the Blackstone Valley.

Our well-informed guides can’t wait to welcome you aboard to share the history, ecology, and beauty of the region! We even provide binoculars and nature guides for you to use during your trip upon request!!!
 

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River Cruises
 

Saturdays at 5 PM & 6 PM

Grab a drink at Shark's Peruvian, or BYOB, for a unguided cruise to take in the scenery, listen to some relaxing music, and enjoy a nice evening on the water!!

Book ahead and show your tickets at Shark's Peruvian to receive 10% OFF food & drink on the day of your trip! Make a reservation to enjoy a meal once you return.
 

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Guided Kayak Group Tours
 

Saturday, October 12 at 10 AM

Come and paddle with us at the last tour for the season. The foliage should be looking great!! Spots are booking fast!

Blackstone River Expeditions is excited to offer 90-minute guided kayak group tours on the Blackstone River departing from Central Falls Landing. On your journey you’ll learn about the Blackstone River Valley and explore the hidden spots along the river with the chance to see the many species of wildlife that call this waterway home including egrets, painted turtles, cormorants, osprey, and “Sam” the lone mute swan.

A great outdoor activity that is safe and fun for families!!!

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There are reports the Justice Department is investigating Minnesota's governor and the Minneapolis mayor. Multiple outlets cite U.S. officials saying Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey are being investigated for allegedly obstructing federal law enforcement. One official says the investigation centers on statements the two leaders have made about the thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents deployed to Minneapolis. Their presence has sparked protests, which have grown since the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer last week.        Court is done for the week in the Charlie Kirk assassination case in Utah. Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of shooting the conservative personality at a rally in September, argued a key prosecutor has a family member who was present at the time Kirk was shot. They say that communications between them raise concerns over impartiality and the prosecution's decision to seek the death penalty, and argue the prosecutor should be disqualified.        President Trump says he currently doesn't have reason to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota. Before leaving the White House for Florida on Friday, Trump was asked about using the act as protests continue in Minneapolis. Trump said there's no reason to use it at this time, adding, that if he "needed it, it's available" to him. The Insurrection Act would give Trump the authority to deploy the military to suppress a rebellion on American soil.        Virginia Senate Democrats are sending a redistricting amendment to voters for approval. If voters support the amendment in a special election, which is expected to be on the spring ballot, the Legislature would be able to redraw the state's congressional map before midterms. Democrats currently have a six-five edge in the state's congressional delegation, looking to control either a ten-one or nine-two split for the new map.        Renee Good was unresponsive when first responders arrived after she was shot by an ICE agent last week in Minneapolis. A newly released incident report from the Minneapolis Fire Department offered more clarity into the incident, with Good having two apparent gunshot wounds to her right chest, one on her left forearm and another possible wound on the left side of her head. Good's killing has led to protests nationwide, while the Trump administration is calling her a "domestic terrorist."        Bad Bunny is previewing his upcoming Super Bowl halftime show performance. The video shows the singer walking through a forest while playing a song from his most recent album, soon joined by dancers off all different ages and cultures. It ends with a message saying "the world" - all different ages, races and styles - "will dance." Bad Bunny's choice as the headliner of the halftime show has drawn conservative backlash, with the Trump Administration threatening to have ICE agents at the game.       

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