Mansfield

Sat. Jun 7

08:30 am

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11:00 am

Approximately 3 miles

Join Master Naturalist Deb Field and members of the Columbia Canoe & Kayak Club for an early morning paddle in the “quiet side” of Mansfield Hollow Lake. We’ll explore the south-east shore of the Hollow, parallel to the Nipmuck Trail. We’ll look for songbirds, waterbirds, and other wildlife and talk about the importance of river water quality to Mansfield Hollow Reservoir. Or you can just enjoy the peace of the water. We’ll launch promptly at 8:30am from the beach area at Columbia Canoe & Kayak Club (see map), head across the lake, and work our way south towards the mouth of the Natchaug River for a round trip of approximately 3 miles. This is flat water but it can be windy at times.
CCKC members are expected to bring their own boats down from the boathouse. Non-members need to supply their own boats/equipment and meet at the Club launch parking area. PFDs are required for all paddlers. Bring sunscreen, water, snacks, and binoculars are recommended. Heavy rain or high winds will cancel.
Pre-registration is required. For more information, please contact the leader.

Meeting Location Details

Bassets Bridge Rd, Mansfield, CT -From Rt 195: The road to the Canoe Club launch is the gate forest road next to the small parking lot on the right side of Bassets Bridge Rd, just before the main entrance to Mansfield Hollow Park (on the left). The gate will be open and there will be a sign. Follow the road to its end – you will see our launch area and signs for parking. Please drive slowly going in and out as hikers also use the road.

Click on the red map pin for the event address.