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Midweek Paddle to Pizza: Kayak Frances Slocum, Then Toast the Evening at the Checkerboard Inn
A two‑hour Wednesday evening outing at Frances Slocum State Park that pairs a one‑hour lake paddle with two slices of pizza and a drink at the Checkerboard Inn.
Midweek Paddle to Pizza: Kayak Frances Slocum, Then Toast the Evening at the Checkerboard Inn.
Every Wednesday from early June through late August, Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals stages a compact midweek escape at Frances Slocum State Park: a serene one‑hour paddle around the lake, followed by a short drive to the Checkerboard Inn for two slices of pizza and a drink. It’s designed as a relaxed social rhythm—an easy float into golden hour and a guaranteed reward at the end of the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A gentle, one‑hour lake loop
The core of the outing is a calm, one‑hour paddle around Frances Slocum’s lake—an accessible on‑water tour framed as a midweek unwind.
Pizza and a pint at the Checkerboard Inn
After the paddle participants enjoy two slices of pizza and a drink of their choice at the Checkerboard Inn—part of the package and the social centerpiece of the evening.
A compact midweek ritual
Scheduled to fit into a workweek evening, the two‑hour program combines light activity with a convivial finish—an approachable option for friends, coworkers, or couples.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
You meet at Frances Slocum State Park, launch for a relaxed, roughly one‑hour circuit of the lake, then drive a short distance to the Checkerboard Inn where the group settles in for two slices of pizza and a beverage—an intentionally simple sequence that turns a paddle into a small celebration.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Runs every Wednesday from June 10 through August 26; the whole outing is two hours with a 5:30 PM start time.
Participants may bring their own craft for a $20 fee; the trip price includes two slices of pizza and a drink.
Meeting point is Frances Slocum State Park; reservations are required to join the outing.
Rates listed are $35 for a single kayak, $70 for a tandem kayak or canoe, and $20 to bring your own craft; pizza and a drink are included in the price.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the outing?
The full program is two hours, including about one hour paddling on the lake.
When does this run?
This outing runs every Wednesday from June 10 through August 26 with a 5:30 PM start.
Where do we meet?
The meeting location is Frances Slocum State Park.
What’s included in the price?
The listed price includes kayak/canoe rental (or the option to bring your own craft for a fee), plus two slices of pizza and a drink.
Are there age or alcohol restrictions?
Participants may be as young as 4 years old; alcoholic beverages (beer) are available only to patrons 21 and older.
Do I need a reservation?
Yes—reservations are required to take part in this outing.