Join us for Kids’ Cruises aboard Sam Patch in September to celebrate “Talk Like a Pirate” Day!
Ahoy, Me Hearties! Join us for our Kids’ Cruises aboard Sam Patch on September Saturdays to celebrate “Talk Like a Pirate” Day! Young passengers will be treated to pirate-themed puzzles, games, and activities. They’ll create their pirate name, make a model pirate ship, and find treasure as they cruise the Erie Canal and traverse through…
ATTENTION TEACHERS! Take your students back in time on the Sam Patch this fall!
Celebrate the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial and take your students back in time on Sam Patch this fall! We’re often booked up for spring cruises and have to turn classes away. But we have openings for your class this fall before our season ends on October 31. This is the perfect field trip for fourth graders…
Head West on the Erie Canal to the Historic Canal Villages of Spencerport and Brockport
Come take a memorable trip on the cruise boat Riverie, heading West on the Erie Canal to the historic canal villages of Spencerport and Brockport. Riverie will dock in both villages and do roundtrip departures for a few days in August. The docking location in Spencerport will be at the Spencerport Depot & Canal Museum 16 East…
All Aboard for August Kids’ Cruises on Sam Patch!
Ahoy mateys! Your kids will discover their inner sailor as they glide along the Erie Canal onboard Sam Patch in August. Our August Kids’ Cruises feature nautical-themed puzzles, games, activities, and crafts. Kids will get a behind-the scenes look at our vessels and will learn to tie nautical knots. They’ll also join our Captain in the pilot…
Unlocking the Past Speaker Series on Riverie and Sam Patch
The Erie Canal is so much more than an engineering marvel! It was home to preachers and pirates, brawlers and men called canawlers. The canal was a key portion of the underground railroad, birthed the women’s rights movement, and literally put Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse on the map. Folklore figures Joshua the Frog and Daredevil…
Host an event to remember with a Private Charter on Sam Patch or Riverie!
Celebrate a milestone, reward your team, or host an unforgettable gathering aboard Sam Patch or Riverie—Corn Hill Navigation’s classic canal boats offering private boat charters in Rochester, NY. Each vessel accommodates up to 40 guests and delivers a unique perspective of the historic Erie Canal and scenic Genesee River. A Floating Venue for Every Occasion…
Tastings on the Water: Riverie’s Summer Sip ’n Sail Series
Join us on select Thursday evenings aboard Riverie for our Sip ’n Sail cruises, featuring local businesses with a passion for providing great libations*! You’ll have an experience to remember on our tastings cruises, which include great drinks, light fare, and the incredible scenery of the Genesee River and Erie Canal. Flight Wine Bar Tasting on Riverie –…
Fall Into Fun With Our Cider & Donut Cruise!
Celebrate the season with our delightful Cider & Donut Cruise aboard Sam Patch in Pittsford on Saturday and Sunday mornings. As you savor the crisp autumn air, enjoy a complimentary glass of local apple cider and a delicious donut with every ticket purchased. On this family-friendly cruise, you’ll be treated to a live narrative that delves into the historical significance…
Experience Unforgettable Music Cruises
Looking for a unique date night or fun evening experience in Upstate New York? Join us for our upcoming music cruises on the Sam Patch every Thursday and Riverie every Friday evening. These Sunset Cruises offer a delightful blend of live music, good company, and stunning views. Step aboard the Sam Patch on Thursdays to…
Join us on board for hands-on, interactive art cruises along the canal!
Fiber Arts Workshops: Starting this Wednesday June 26 @ 4pm on Sam Patch, we have a knowledgeable and engaging fiber artist on board to guide you through how to make a Wool Applique Penny Rug. Join us to learn how to hand-stitch this wool penny rug. It could be used as a mug rug, a…