Inventing the Charles author and DCR Planner, Karl Haglund speaks about the master plan for the lower basin including the Charles River Skatepark. CRC president Renata von Tscharner and event MC Bruce Schwoegler listen intently.

People are mingling and enjoying the food & drink during the start of the cruise.

Director of the Campaign for Conservation and Recreation, Kathy Abbot speaks to the crowd about upcoming measures aimed at enhancing and protecting open space in the Commonwealth.

John Devillars, Representative Alice Wolf and Councilor Sam Yoon listen to DCR’s master plan for North Point Park.

The lovely Boston skyline was one of the many memorable vistas during our cruise.