Late Afternoon on the Mattabesset River | August 30
August 30th in Cromwell. This is one of my favorite forested rivers, teeming with wildlife. The river is slow and we will be moving slowly making this a beginner friendly trip. All equipment included, no experience needed.
Time & Location
Aug 30, 2025, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Dunkin', 24 Shunpike Rd, Cromwell, CT 06416, USA
About the event
This stretch of the Mattabesset is a favorite among birders and naturalists. From your kayak, watch for great blue herons, wood ducks, and belted kingfishers, or catch a glimpse of beavers and painted turtles along the banks. In spring and summer, listen for the vibrant calls of red-winged blackbirds and marsh wrens echoing through the cattails. Overhead, swallows skim the water's surface, and bald eagles may soar silently above the tree line. We’ll explore the river’s quiet beauty and learn about the dynamic natural systems that make this section of the Mattabesset a key link in Connecticut’s network of conserved waterways. This tributary of the Connecticut River winds through a protected landscape in Cromwell, offering paddlers a peaceful and scenic route with minimal current—perfect for observation and reflection.
All equipment included. Beginner friendly.
Tickets
$75 Admission
$75.00
+$4.76 CT
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