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Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Kayak Adventures—5 Warm-Weather Escapes To Try Right Now

Just because Old Man Winter is rearing his balaclava-covered head, doesn't mean you have to hang up your paddle. From sea kayaking along warm,…
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Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

Paddle Your Way To See The Best Fall Colors

It’s hard not to get a scenic vista when you’re paddling. Throw in the changing colors of autumn, however, and you’re in for a real…
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7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

7 Colorful Canoe Trips to Try This Fall

There are few better ways to witness the fabulous fiery colors of fall than from the water. The air is crisp and reflections from the foliage dance…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Connecticut

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Connecticut

Stroke, stroke, glide—it is such a unique feeling to surf atop the water on a stand-up paddleboard. Stand-up paddleboarding is an excellent…
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6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

6 Terrific Whitewater Parks in America

Rafting down mountain rivers is nothing short of addicting, but it’s not your only option for thrills. Whitewater parks are sprinkled…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Connecticut

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Connecticut

With wind in your hair and the waves splashing, feel the thrill of a speedy ride on the water. Jet skiing in Connecticut’s numerous bodies of…
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The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

The Best Reasons You Should Try Wakeboarding This Summer

If you’re a fan of water skiing or tubing out on the lake on a hot summer day, wakeboarding might be the next sport for you. Not only is this…
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5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

5 Amazing Water Trails You Need To Try Right Now!

Mountains have them, municipalities have them, so why shouldn’t waterways have them as well? I’m talking about trails that keep you on a…
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8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

8 Common Sense Tips for Buying Your First Boat

A boat, even if it’s a small used one, can be a big purchase. Boat ownership entails a lot of responsibility and can be expensive, as well. If…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Connecticut

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Connecticut

Kayaking is not only a great way to stay fit, but an excellent mode of exploring the beautiful nature that surrounds you. Novice kayakers will be…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Kayak Safety: 5 Essential Survival Skills to Know

Sitting atop a kayak on the water is a great way to experience nature from a new vantage point. Whether you're embarking on a leisurely journey on a…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

Paddle Games—3 Fun Games To Play On The Water

“I Spy”: (“I spy something green, something wet, etc.”) – perhaps make a rule that it can only be something people…
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5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

5 Best Whitewater Day Trips In America

Summer is here and now is the best time to enjoy a whitewater adventure with friends and family. Outfitted trips can be found all across the U.S. and…
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Events Near South Lyme CT

Ocean Community YMCA Turkey Trot

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024
Naik Family Branch
Mystic, CT
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Stratford Turkey Day Trot

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024 at 8:15am
Downtown Stratford
Stratford, CT
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Lenny and Joe's Madison Turkey Trot

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024 at 10:00am
Madison, CT
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Annual Turkey Run For Fun 3 and 6 Mile Run/Walk

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024 at 10:00am
Montauk Chamber of Commerce
Montauk, NY
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Bonac Festival of Lights

Friday, Nov 29, 2024 at 5:00pm
East Hampton High School
East Hampton, NY
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Holiday Kickoff Market Festival

Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 at 11:00am
Westbrook Outlets
Westbrook, CT
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Foxwoods Beerfest

Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 at 2:00pm
Foxwoods Resort Casino
Mashantucket, CT
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North Stonington Artisan Farm Market

Sunday, Dec 1, 2024 at 10:00am
North Stonington Education Center
North Stonington, CT
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City of Groton Holiday Festival

Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 at 6:00pm
City of Groton Municipal Building lawn
Groton, CT
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Olde Mistick Village Festival Of Lights

Friday, Dec 6, 2024 at 4:00pm
Olde Mistick Village
Mystic, CT
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Firelight Festival

Friday, Dec 6, 2024 at 4:00pm
Henry Whitfield State Museum
Guilford, CT
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Ducks Unlimited - Eastern Suffolk Dinner

Ducks Unlimited - Eastern Suffolk Dinner

Friday, Dec 6, 2024 at 6:00pm
The Clubhouse
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