Sun, Oct 25
|Messerschmidt Pond
Leaf Peeping Paddle
Westbrook, CT Self-paced Current: none
Time & Location
Oct 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Messerschmidt Pond, 8GR4+4J, Westbrook, CT 06498, USA
About the event
Discover the quiet beauty of Messerschmidt Pond on a beginner-friendly paddle through one of Westbrook’s hidden gems. We will glide along the peaceful shoreline to admire the fall colors.
Stay near a guide to learn our native plants or enjoy a self guided paddle to explore this successional pond ecosystem. This tour offers a front-row seat to the pond’s stunning seasonal transformation.
$60 - $80 with all equipment, guides, and kayaking instruction included.
Wilderness Systems Pungo120s (12' sit-inside kayaks)
Life Jackets
Dry Bags
Cell Phone Pouches
Field Guides
Please note that you will need to step into the water to get into your kayak. Wear shoes that can get wet.