Great Island Wildlife Area
Time & Location
Jun 21, 2025, 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Old Lyme, Old Lyme, CT, USA
About the event
Join us for a 3 hour paddle through the salt and brackish marshes of the Great Island Wildlife Area. Located at the mouth of the Connecticut River, this 588-acre estuary is one of New England’s most ecologically rich habitats.The brackish marsh supports a rich diversity of wildlife, including osprey, sandpipers, yellow legs, and egrets. This rare undeveloped river mouth offers a glimpse of coastal Connecticut as it once was—where freshwater meets salt in a thriving, ever-changing landscape.
Kayaks, Paddles, PFDs, and educational materials will be provided. Due to the potential choppiness of the water on the Connecticut River, this trip is reserved for people with some paddling experience. Participants should be able to paddle for 30 minutes at a time. Address will be provided in the confirmation email.
Spots are limited. Register soon for early bird pricing. Photo Credit: Bill Majoros
Tickets
$100 Total, $20 Deposit
Buy Tickets Early and Save $20. Total cost of trip: normally $120, on sale for $100. $20 deposit and pay the balance of $80 the day of the event.
$20.00
+$1.27 CT
+$0.53 ticket service fee
Sale ended