
Secrets of the East River: NYC's Hidden Infrastructure by Ferry
A licensed guide and urban planner leads a ferry trip along the East River covering trash and recycling routes, wastewater plants, sewer and utility tunnels, and the Hell Gate Bridge.
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October 31, 2026 · 10:40 AM – 1:20 PM
Starbucks (Outside), 110 Pearl Street, New York · $55.8 ·
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A ferry trip with a licensed guide examines New York’s trash, wastewater systems, tunnels, and the Hell Gate Bridge.
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Tickets: $55.80 (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1998423559663 New York runs on systems most of us never stop to think about — the barges hauling our trash, the tunnels moving wastewater, and the plants keeping it all flowing. With many of these sites clustered along the East River, what kinds of structures are hiding in plain sight along its banks? Step aboard an NYC ferry and get ready to explore the essential infrastructure that keeps the city clean, running, and (mostly) rat-free. Join New York Adventure Club as we embark on a one-of-a-kind ferry trip along the East River to explore the vital water and waste systems that keep New York City running. Led by licensed guide and urban planner Rayn Riel — who has worked on real-world infrastructure projects across sanitation, wastewater, and beyond — our unique experience from Lower Manhattan to the Bronx and back will include: * A look at the journey of your trash and recyclables, spotting the barges that ferry them toward landfills, incinerators, or recycling facilities * A glimpse of NYC’s 14 wastewater treatment plants and the century‑old sewer and utility tunnels beneath the river — some predating the subway * A view of the Hell Gate Bridge’s three‑in‑one structure, explained so you’ll see…
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Hosted by New York Adventure Club
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