LOVE Paddle boarding. Figured I had to try while I was out in the Hamptons for the weekend…read more Figured the water would cold I would fall in a million times and would have a hard time learning. Thankfully they made it pretty easy. Except its a really sick workout. Sore but in a really good way, I forgot to bring water but they gave it to me. I was a little scared at first but it's actually not too bad if you pay attention to the trainer. Very cool. Next I'm learning to kite surf. Wish they taught that too.

What Happened to Plum Beach?…read more Two years ago, I gave Plumb Beach five stars. It was a peaceful little Brooklyn treasure where individuals, couples and families relaxed, people walked their dogs, windsurfers enjoyed the water, and others simply came to enjoy nature. After visiting last weekend on July 28, 2026, I barely recognized it. The issue wasn't the normal sounds of people enjoying the beach. It was extremely loud amplified music from large speakers that could be heard far beyond the groups using them. A senior beachgoer objected when a massive 4'x 3' speaker, positioned only about 10 feet from him and his wife, was turned on at full blast. This couple, along with dozens of other individuals and families, had already been peacefully enjoying the beach before a group of approximately 20+ people, (including babies) arrived and set up beside them with a large tent, enormous speaker and barbecue grills. When the gentleman objected to the volume, the music was initially turned down. Shortly afterward, however, the entire group packed up their tent, speaker and belongings and relocated approximately one city block farther down the beach, near where I was sitting. They then turned the music up extremely loud again. What demonstrates just how excessive the volume was is that even after moving that considerable distance, their music could still be clearly heard back where the gentleman and his wife had been sitting. Near me, it was so loud that I couldn't hear my small personal radio sitting beside me. I watched other beachgoers become frustrated, pack up their belongings and leave what had been a peaceful beach before this group arrived. TO BE CLEAR, this is not about the type, language, or culture of the music. It could have been American, Caribbean, Chinese, Pakistani, Russian, or any other genre or language. The issue is not the music itself--it is the VOLUME. No one person's music should be so loud that everyone around them is forced to listen to it or leave. Public spaces are meant to be shared respectfully so everyone has the opportunity to enjoy them. A few days later, I returned to Plumb Beach hoping my experience had been an isolated incident. Unfortunately, what I found was even more discouraging. The area where the large gathering had been was covered with garbage. There were beer bottles (including broken glass), food containers, disposable plates and cups, plastic bags, charcoal remnants, citrus fruit, and even soiled diapers scattered throughout the sand and among the protected dune vegetation. These aren't just cosmetic issues. Broken glass creates a hazard for people, pets and wildlife, and trash left in the dunes damages one of the most environmentally sensitive parts of the beach. My concern has never been about families gathering or people enjoying themselves. It's about respecting a public beach that belongs to everyone. If you can carry coolers, grills, diapers, food, beverages, and supplies onto the beach, you can carry the empty containers and garbage back off the beach. Plumb Beach WAS one of Brooklyn's peaceful hidden treasures. I sincerely hope stronger enforcement of littering, noise, grilling, and dune protection can help restore the beach so future visitors can enjoy the natural beauty that once made this place so special.

Not a bad area. The porta potty smells horrible...but other than that it is a nice little area to…read morehang out in. We came there when it was about to rain so it was not sunny the entire time, it started pouring just as we were leaving.. which made for a super beautiful view of the sky, with sun rays shining through. There are TONS of bushes with different fruits there, which I did not expect.. and also a TON of glass in the sand which is horrible, so BE CAREFUL! There are also spiky plants in the sand as well that hurt if you step on them so at least wear slippers. If you come there with your bike, just know you will have to climb around to get to the beach area. Tons of people windsurfing there which was a pretty cool thing to watch, them being raised up into the air and falling into the water. The view is gorgeous there as well so I naturally had to take tons of photos. There generally ARE people there and you will see them pass by but you can find spots where you are out of view if you want to sunbathe there. Overall a nice little spot to stop by every once in a while while biking by the belt.

I had such a great time on this trip. We caught 11 flukes and one won the prize for the biggest…read morecatch of the day. The crew on the ship were friendly, knowledgeable and warm. We will definitely be back! At the Groupon price of $35 for two; it's a no-brainer! Some advice- wear rain boots, warm layers, a hat and some gloves. Bring snacks, water, have some patience and ENJOY!

Pretty good for a $35 Groupon deal. Took my nephew out for some fishing. I'm barely competent and…read moreit was cool to absorb the wisdom of more experienced anglers. Like every other boat in the Bay, it gets crowded, and the lines did tangle, but it was not as annoying as one would think. Fishing was pretty quiet but a few people made out pretty good, hauling sea rabbits and flounders. I got one by blind luck but otherwise it was uneventful. The grizzled boat dudes were helpful for the most part, except with their instructions on the "filet service." A cigarette-smoking dude will expertly filet your fish, but make sure you stay by it and claim it, or you might as well say goodbye to the pesce. The evening outing came with a beautiful sunset that was lost on most of the fishermen: phone camera pic ops galore. If you're sensitive to casual foul language, don't bring your youngins on this boat. There WILL be swears.

Highly recommend renting a rowboat if you are in Central Park! Awesome views of the park and the…read morecity. $25 an hour for Monday-Thursday. $30 an hour for Friday- Sunday. Staff were helpful with getting in and out of the boats. We did have to wait for about 10 minutes on a Friday for a boat to become available.

Even if the wait looks daunting I highly recommend this boating experience. Sure you're signing…read moreyour life away in case you drown. But no seriously, entertainment and sightseeing is expensive. At $30 per hour plus tax peak pricing, I think the price is reasonable considering the experience. The staff does it's best to keep the line moving. It can be hot in the summer so try to shoot for early morning or around sunset. Great for ig photos.

This place Is a hidden Gem!!!…read more Place is amazing as well as the staff. Great and positive place to visit with family and friends. Its fun and it's free what better deal can you get from that. The activities are amazing and every staff is very supportive.

This was so much fun! Went on a limb to try this place and it was awesome! We did the free kayaking…read moreon Sunday mornings - it was easy and fun! Staff are all volunteers and extremely nice! Personally we were somewhat experienced kayakers but you don't need any experience to participate, they have plenty of "turtles" (staff in the water) to help. Will definitely return to do this again!

While the website looks professional, the service certainly is not. Upon arrival after parking in…read morethe lot, it was hard to find the office despite the numerous signs. After poking around for a bit trying to find the office, a young boy greeted me on the dock. I told him that I was interested in renting a single kayak and he brought me to the spot on the dock where they were stored. The kayaking equipment was in poor condition. There was no back to the kayak, so it was very uncomfortable. The paddle that I was given seemed to be a kids paddle as it was extremely short and thus difficult to use. The area where this dock is located is not a great area for kayaking given that it is amongst many motor boat docks. Despite signs stating "no wake allowed," several boats that drove past me on my kayak ride did produce wakes, which knocked my kayak back and forth. The water in this area also had a dirty smell and some trash in it. Finally, despite the website stating that a 1 hour kayak rental would be $20, I was charged $30. When I noted that I saw a different price on their website, they flippantly stated that they "changed their prices." All in all, this was a poor kayaking experience and I will not be returning.

Awesome company and business me and my family rent boats from them there prices are fair and Capt…read moreDaniel and mark the kayak guy is awesome

Midnight Fleet is a popular fishing charter in Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn, New York. It is known for…read moreits 8:30am-3:30pm and 7pm-12am daily fishing trips, Along with its private charters for species like porgies, fluke, bluefish and striped bass. They provide the bait for free, fishing rods can be rented if you don't have your own; fish cleaning services are offered at a cost. They cater to both beginners and experienced anglers with a focus on seasonal catches following fishing regulations. Trip types Day trips: 8:30am-3:00pm targeting the in season species. Night Fishing: A 5-hour trip every evening from 7 pm to 12 am, targeting species like striped bass and bluefish. Private Charters: Customizable 7-hour deep-sea trips for a more personal experience. Special Events: They also offer trips for events like the Macy's Fireworks and school trips. What to expect Targeted Fish: Catches vary by season but often include porgies, sea bass, fluke, blackfish, bluefish and striped bass. Included: captain, and crew. Rentals: Rods are available for rent. Services: Fish cleaning is available for a fee. Regulations: They follow all fishing laws, so small fish must be released. Location: 2600 Emmons Avenue Brooklyn, New York( pier 1)

Captain Jeff is the best!! Friendly service. Makes you feel…read morelike family. Bonus: They clean the fish for you *for a small fee of course. I only fish with Captain Jeff and the Midnight Fleet.

The setup: Mother's Day was coming up and I always try to find something unique and different for…read morethe momma of my kids as well as the mother-in-law. And I stumbled upon Urban Paddle and booked it for a 9am adventure. We lucked out that every variable and condition was ideal: weather, tide, calm water, almost no other boat-related traffic. We're a party of 7. The 'Urban Crew' numbered at 5. We were spoiled from start to finish with a group of really cool and helpful workers that were informative, fun, professional and made sure we were always safe and engaged the entire hour. (Make sure to watch their 6-minute YouTube video ahead of time so you know all about the proper paddling/rowing techniques when it comes time to hit the water.) The 'Urban Crew' were also invaluable because the owner was constantly taking pictures and videos and at the end airdropped them to us which was a nice 'cherry on top' since you can't really snap pictures for big chunks of the time when you're on the water. Is it expensive for an hour? No doubt. Did everyone absolutely love kayaking and getting to see everything from the Colgate clock to the back of the Statue of Liberty's head to the NYC skyline, not to mention all of the stunning yachts all docked and looking completely out of my price-range? Of course. Was it the funniest thing to see my mother-in-law somehow leaning back in her kayak like she was on a hammock while the father-in-law did all the hard work? Yup. (Did a cranky security guard try her best to be a stick in the mud regarding confusion over some parking-related issues when we were about to leave? Oh yeah.) I'd suggest clothing/footwear that you don't mind getting wet as well as sunglasses and sunblock (that sun is no joke bouncing off the water). Highly recommended. (The Mrs. is already plotting when to go back and I think she's even pricing kayaks to buy with that stimulus check that's burning a hole in her wallet.)

Overall this place is solid. My boyfriend and I went for the LED kayaking. The view was beautiful!…read moreThe difficulty was a 2/10 but honestly it does depend who you are and where your skill level is now. Our guide was perfect and he talked to us all night! Only bummed I never received the photos taken from that night. The entire trip takes a little over an hour. Parking is a little confusing but you have to find the parking authority and tell them you are there to kayak and pay $5 for a pass to put on your car. Overall great experience. I strongly advise not to put your hand into the water (who really knows what is in the Hudson River)