Night Sounds by Moonlight

NIGHT SOUNDS BY MOONLIGHT KAYAK TOUR
Experience The Potomac’s Magic After Dark
Experience a three-hour trip on the Potomac River at Riley’s Lock, where you’ll listen for evening sounds like owls and bull frogs. These trips are offered during full or nearly-full moons, and witnessing a moonrise from a kayak is a breathtaking experience. Bring a red glowstick.
$95.00

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Trip Details
LOCATION
The Location for the Night Sound tour is Riley’s Lock in Poolesville, MD. We meet in the parking lot across for the concrete boat ramp near the bathrooms/ picnic area.
TIME
Varies by Date
(See below)
DURATION
3 hours
2025 DATES
June 11 at 7:30 PM
July 10 at 7:30 PM
August 9 at 7:30 PM
September 7 at 6:00 PM
October* 6 at 5:00 PM
PRICE
Night Sounds by Moonlight
$95.00

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Photo Gallery
Check out some photos from past Night Sounds by Moonlight kayaking trips!




From the photographer, Jan J., on Google Maps:
“What a wonderful experience! I purchased the beginner package and have thoroughly enjoyed each of my trips. The instructors have been energetic, knowledgeable, and very helpful. I’m not an experienced kayaker but I felt like a pro in their hands! I can’t rate them highly enough!!! One of the highlights occurred on the Night Sounds trip. I took the trip on July 3, not really thinking of the holiday the next day. Well, bonus for our group, while on the river, a nearby country club was doing their fireworks show and we had the best seats!!! It was amazing!!”

What To Bring
The following list of things to bring is for your comfort, safety, and enjoyment of your on-water experience with us. All items are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
Year Round
Bring all of these items on your Night Sounds trip, regardless of time of year:
- One liter of water
- Waterproof snack (Clif Bar, etc.)
- Allergy medication (required for any severe reactions such as bee stings, peanuts, asthma, etc.)
- Shoes that can get wet and have excellent traction.
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Red light stick or neck ring (Buy here on Amazon)
- Headlamp
- Eyeglass strap (so you don’t loose your expensive prescription lenses)
- Towel and change of clothes (In case you capsize.)
- Tips for guide (Suggested)
Cool Weather Months
The following items are also required during cool weather months (April–May & September–November):
- Windproof nylon jacket and pants
- Synthetic under-layers
Optional Items
You’re welcome to bring the following, as well:
- Insect repellant
- Binoculars
- Waterproof bird guide

FAQs
Feeling uncertain about how the kayak tours work? Find answers to some frequently asked questions below!
- You have up to two years from your first trip to complete any membership package.
- Please schedule or re-schedule your trip online.
- You have up until 72 hours before start time to reschedule (please do so online). Guests who do not reschedule in time or don’t show up forfeit their trip. No exceptions are made to this policy and we do not offer refunds.
- Please do not wait until the last minute to prepare for your trip.
- Please arrive and be prepared fifteen minutes prior to your trip start time. (Late arrivals will not be admitted.)
- Personal floatation, paddle, and kayak are provided at no charge.
- Although our beginner trips do not include intentional capsizing, you could accidentally end up in the water. Therefore, in the spring and fall we require that all participants wear synthetic clothing that dries quickly. Patagonia Capilene is great for such a situation and it can be worn under basic nylon pants and jackets. Long pants are a good idea on many beginner trips.
- On some trips, you will have to help carry your kayak on two short portages.
- Store your car key in a “Hide-a-Key” box or similar somewhere on your vehicle.
- You may repeat any trip at a discounted rate. Please message or chat with us for more info.
- All trips meet rain or shine. A decision to postpone due to lightning or other dangerous conditions is made on-site at the last possible minute. (Mother Nature often cooperates if we wait and see.)
- For your safety and enjoyment, we request that you keep your personal information up-to-date on your schedule page using the link at the top right that says “Personal info”
What Others Are Saying
Reviews from others are the highest compliment that we can receive. Check out what others in the Washington, DC area have said about our kayaking lessons and adventures!
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