Mattabesset River - Floodplain Forest
June 28th 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
Jun 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Cromwell, Cromwell, CT, 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. With each paddle stroke, 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.
The river current is slow and we will be moving slowly, so this is a good trip for…
Tickets
$100
No Charge Today – Just a Hold We place a temporary $20 hold to reserve your spot. You won’t be charged unless you cancel late or don’t show up. Cancellation Policy 14+ days notice: No charge 6–13 days notice: $20 fee, issued as a credit toward any future trip 1–5 days notice: $20 fee, includes a $10 credit for a future trip Less than 24 hours or no-show: $20 fee, no credit
$100.00
+$6.35 CT
+$2.66 ticket service fee
Sale endedEarly Bird Special: $80
No Charge Today – Just a Hold We place a temporary $20 hold to reserve your spot. You won’t be charged unless you cancel late or don’t show up. Cancellation Policy 14+ days notice: No charge 6–13 days notice: $20 fee, issued as a credit toward any future trip 1–5 days notice: $20 fee, includes a $10 credit for a future trip Less than 24 hours or no-show: $20 fee, no credit
$80.00
+$5.08 CT
+$2.13 ticket service fee
Sale ended