Rivers Alliance
Connecticut's United Voice for River Conservation

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P.O. Box 1797
Litchfield, CT 06759
860-361-9349
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Covered Bridge Slalom

New England Slalom Series Covered Bridge Slalom (One Day Race Format) NESS Race #6 INTERNET HOME OF THE SKILL BUILDING by SLALOM RACING Covered Bridge Slalom: Class II+ Sunday May 19, 2013 Class II+ Housatonic River West Cornwall, CT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Make entry checks payable to: Send completed entry forms and fee to: HACKS Clarke Outdoors - CBS Registrar 163 Route #7 West Cornwall, CT 06796 Phone: (860) 672-6365 E-Mail Registrar: Jenifer Clarke E-Mail Race Chair: Bob Connolly
Event Date: May 19, 2013

For more information go to http://ness.whitewater-slalom.us/n-cbs.htm

(posted May 17, 2013, number 204) Water Trail: yes

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33rd Down Quinnipiac River Canoe & Kayak Classic

33rd Down River Canoe & Kayak Classic Longest Running Race in CT History! Sunday May 19th, 2013 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOT Parking Lot Route 322 Southington, CT › Driving Directions -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Race Day Registration will take place from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the "Start" location on Route 322 at the DOT parking lot. Entrance Fee is $18.00 per person. There will be a post race cook out for ALL participants at the QRWA Headquarters located at 540 Oregon Road, Meriden, CT Race course map. You may pre-register for the race by completing the registration form and submit your entrance fee either by mail or via our web site by clicking on "donate today" located to the left of this page, to bring you to a section where you can fill out your name and address information. Once you complete the forms and click submit you will be brought to Pay Pal feature. If you are mailing your entrance fee be sure to print a copy of your registration form to submit with your check and mail to QRWA POB 2825, Meriden, CT 0640 prior to May 15th. If you choose to pay via Pay Pal please be sure to print a copy of your registration form and your PayPal Confirmation to bring along with you the day of the race.
Event Date: May 19, 2013

For more information go to http://qrwa.org/Events/eventView.asp?EventID=102

(posted May 17, 2013, number 205) Water Trail: yes

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Quinebaug River: Canterbury (RT 14 to Butt’s Bridge)

Paddle trip, Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5 PM, Manship Park, 1 Manship Road, Canterbury, CT

https://www.facebook.com/paddlekillingly

Event Date: May 21, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/PaddleKillingly/events/103492122/

(posted March 24, 2013, number 152) Water Trail: yes

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NRWA Annual Meeting and Presentation

Come to the Norwalk River Watershed Association's annual meeting upstairs at the Wilton Library in the Rimer Room. Afterwards attend "Adventurers and Scientists for Conservation" a talk in the Brubeck Room by adventurer, scientist and conservationist Gregg Treinish, co-sponsored by Wilton Go Green, the Wilton Library and NRWA. This is a free event. For more information contact NRWA at 877-NRWA-INFO (877-679-2463) or info@norwalkriver.org.
Event Date: May 21, 2013

For more information go to http://www.norwalkriver.org/events.htm

(posted April 11, 2013, number 175) Water Trail: No

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Save The Sound Event

Coastal Cleanup - Clinton Wednesday, May 22, 10 AM – 2 PM Clinton Town Beach, Clinton, CT (map) Save the Sound helps organize beach and river cleanups each spring and fall. Cleanup supplies such as garbage bags, disposable gloves and data cards are provided. For more information about this cleanup or to RSVP, contact Kierran at kbroatch@saveth​esound.org.
Event Date: May 22, 2013

For more information go to http://www.ctenvironment.org/get-involved/calendar.cfm

(posted April 12, 2013, number 187) Water Trail: No

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Tarriffville Section of Farmington River, Class 2/3

AMC Activity Listings Tarriffville Section of Farmington River, Class 2/3 Activity: Paddling -Whitewater Status: OPEN Come out and play! Join us for a weeknight paddle on the Tarriffville section of the Farmington River. Great opportunity for newer paddlers to hone their river running and play-boating skills! Contact L for more information. Related Website(s): http://www.ct-amc.org/paddle/index.shtm Date(s): May 23, 2013 (Thu) Location: Connecticut, West of River, CT Offered By: Connecticut Leader: Chris DeGraaf Christian105@charter.net Registration is required for this activity. See contact above.
Event Date: May 23, 2013

For more information go to http://www.ct-amc.org/paddle/index.shtm

(posted May 17, 2013, number 202) Water Trail: yes

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Memorial Day Weekend Bantam Lake Paddle or Peddle

Saturday, May 25, 2013 12:00 PM Carolyn's House for biking; new State launch on Bantam Lake for kayaking 233 Lakes Road, Bethlehem, CT

We are having our second annual "Let's Get This Summer Started" party. We had a great time last year and are hoping for even more fun this year. We're planning a kayak trip either across Bantam Lake, or up and down the Bantam river or a bike ride around the lake beginning at noon. The festivities will start at 4pm for those who would rather just party.

We will have fireworks shortly after dark, and I made Ken take a pyrotechnic safety course so that no one will be singed this year.

Please bring a salad or dessert and your favorite beverages. We'll have the entrees. Directions and phone numbers will be provided as the date gets closer.

Please rsvp - we hope you can make it!
Carolyn & Ken

Event Date: May 25, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/StamfordKayakGroup/events/114293872/

(posted May 17, 2013, number 194) Water Trail: yes

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Ross Management Area Pond

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

5 PM

Paddle at the Ross Management Area Pond, Saw Mill Hill Road, South Killingly, CT

Event Date: May 29, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/PaddleKillingly/events/103493512/

(posted March 24, 2013, number 153) Water Trail: yes

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Tarriffville Section of Farmington River, Class 2/3

AMC Activity Listings Tarriffville Section of Farmington River, Class 2/3 Activity: Paddling -Whitewater Status: OPEN Come out and play! Join us for a weeknight paddle on the Tarriffville section of the Farmington River. Great opportunity for newer paddlers to hone their river running and play-boating skills! Contact L for more information. Related Website(s): http://www.ct-amc.org/paddle/index.shtm Date(s): May 23, 2013 (Thu) Location: Connecticut, West of River, CT Offered By: Connecticut Leader: Chris DeGraaf Christian105@charter.net Registration is required for this activity. See contact above.
Event Date: May 30, 2013

For more information go to http://www.ct-amc.org/paddle/index.shtm

(posted May 17, 2013, number 203) Water Trail: yes

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Guided Hike Along the Rock Walk at Weir Farm in Wilton

Saturday, June 1, 10 AM - 12 PM

Guided Hike Along the Rock Walk at Weir Farm in Wilton to Celebrate both National Trails Day and Connecticut Trails Day.

Join NRWA, the Weir Farm National Historic Site and the National Park Service for an NPS-guided hike of moderate difficulty along a loop trail through land managed by the National Park Service, Ridgefield Conservation Commission, and the State of Connecticut. Leaders will discuss New England land use history, plant identification, and biological monitoring currently being carried out on NPS land. The trail passes through old fields, wetlands, mountain laurel groves, and towering rocky ledges. Come prepared with sturdy walking shoes and a water bottle. There is no fee, but registration is required. To register or for more information, please call 203-834-1896, ext. 28. Meet at Weir Farm National Historic Site parking lot, 735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton (off Rt. 7 and Rt. 102). Park rangers will direct hikers to an alternate parking area. Any change notices (cancellations, postponements, etc.) will be posted to the CT Forest & Park Association's Facebook wall by the morning of the outing.

Event Date: June 1, 2013

For more information go to http://www.norwalkriver.org/events.htm

(posted April 4, 2013, number 167) Water Trail: No

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Trail Day Hike Along the Norwalk River Valley Trail

June 1, Saturday, 10 AM.

Trail Day Hike Along the Norwalk River Valley Trail (NRVT).

NRVT Norwalk Implementation Group and Friends of NRVT are sponsoring three options: an easy walk along completed sections of the trail and paved walkways from Lockwood Mathews Mansion to Calf Pasture Beach, passing the Maritime Aquarium (approx 3 miles, 2 hours); easy bicycling on a route similar to the easy walk; and a moderate-level hike of blazed, unimproved trail through urban woodlands along the Norwalk River from Mathews Park to Deering Pond (approx 3 miles, 2.5 hours). Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring water. Only heavy rain will cancel the event. Preregistration is not required. Meet at the kiosk along the trail in Mathews Park, 295 West Ave, Norwalk. Questions: contact leader Jim Carter at 203-682-3000 or David Park at 203-866-7555.

Event Date: June 1, 2013

For more information go to http://www.norwalkriver.org/events.htm

(posted April 4, 2013, number 168) Water Trail: No

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River Fest and Dragon Boat Racing

TEAM BUILDING AT ITS BEST! Have you registered your River Fest Dragon Boat yet?

FUN and creative team-building activity whether it be for your business, sports team, club, organization, family or friends ... or a little of each. Your team will excel by building bonds (and lots of laughter) together! Contact the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce at 860-887-1647.
Event Date: June 1, 2013

For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/pages/River-Fest-and-Dragon-Boat-Racing-June-1-2013/187395814629591?group_id=0

(posted April 17, 2013, number 190) Water Trail: yes

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Nature Paddle

Nature paddle Saturday, June 1, 2013 10:00 AM Charles E. Wheeler Wildlife Area Court Street, Milford, CT Wheeler Wildlife Management area Milford, CT. Sit location: end of Court Street Milford. Launch: I 95 South to exit 34, turn right onto Bridgeport avenue, turn left onto Naugatuck Avenue, turn right onto Milford Point Road, turn right onto Court Street, follow to the end. I95 North to exit 33 (Ferry Boulevard), turn slight right onto Washington Bridge, Turn right onto Naugatuck Avenue, right onto Milford point Rd., right onto Court Street, follow to the end. This is a class 1 paddle, bring your cameras and binoculars if you wish
Event Date: June 1, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/BranfordKayaking/events/114389812/

(posted May 17, 2013, number 200) Water Trail: yes

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Woodcock Nature Center Walk To Celebrate National Trails Day

Sunday, June 2, 2 PM

Nature Walk To Celebrate National Trails Day. Woodcock Nature Center.

Join the Norwalk River Watershed Alliance and Woodcock Nature Center for a guided walk and discussion of the area’s amphibians, aquatic life, wildflowers and invasive species. Hike leaves from Woodcock Nature Center, 54 Deer Run Road, Wilton. Bring camera, field glasses, boots and questions. To register or for more information, call Woodcock at 203-762-7280 or NRWA at 877-NRWA-INFO (877-679-2463) or info@norwalkriver.org.

Event Date: June 2, 2013

For more information go to http://www.norwalkriver.org/events.htm

(posted April 4, 2013, number 169) Water Trail: No

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21st Annual Green Chimneys Bird of Prey Day and a Paddle

bird of prey day and a paddle Sunday, June 2, 2013 11:00 AM Green Chimney School Doansburg Rd., Brewster, NY (map) before we glide the liquid skies---we can watch the pros 21st Annual Birds of Prey Day Sunday, June 2 • 11 am - 4 pm An annual celebration dedicated to children, the environment Over 100 birds Free-flying demos Top wildlife experts Live animal presentations Celebrity guests include: Jim Fowler, Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Robert F. Kennedy, Jr, Environmental Lawyer & Ecologist Brian Bradley, Sky Hunters in Flight Wes Laraway, New York Wildlife Rescue Center Bruce Lowder, Animal Encounters $15 Adults $5 Seniors then off to a paddle if you want
Event Date: June 2, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/StamfordKayakGroup/events/112479312/

(posted May 17, 2013, number 195) Water Trail: yes

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Save The Sound Event

Coastal Cleanup - Norwalk Sat., June 8, 9 AM – noon Oyster Shell Park/Norwalk River, Norwalk, CT (map) Save the Sound helps organize beach and river cleanups each spring and fall. Cleanup supplies such as garbage bags, disposable gloves and data cards are provided. For more information about this cleanup or to RSVP, contact Kierran at kbroatch@savethesound.org
Event Date: June 8, 2013

For more information go to http://www.ctenvironment.org/get-involved/calendar.cfm

(posted April 12, 2013, number 188) Water Trail: No

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Paddle for a Cure

Sunday, June 9, 2013

10 AM to 2 PM, Riverside Park,Greenway Drive, Brooklyn, CT

http://www.facebook.com/paddleforacure

Paddle for a Cure is like a walk-a-thon (such as Relay for Life), BUT WE WILL BE PADDLING, not walking. 100% of the money raised will go to Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam, CT for the Oncology Department. "Money Raised in this Area to Help People in this Area."

The paddle will take place on the Quinebaug River at the Riverside Park in Brooklyn, CT (Greenway Drive off Day Street).

The paddle will be an easy one, good for beginners and up. We will go upriver and then back down.

Event Date: June 9, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/PaddleKillingly/events/103493512/

(posted March 24, 2013, number 154) Water Trail: yes

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Northeast Regional Ocean Planning Public Meeting

For those interested in regional ocean issues and coastal/marine spatial planning, here's an opportunity to find out more about it and weigh in on regional goals. The June 13 New Haven meeting will be at: Fair Haven Branch Library, Community Program Room, 182 Grand Avenue New Haven, CT Dory Dinoto ddinoto@cbuilding.org

The Northeast Regional Ocean Council (NROC) is a state and federal partnership that facilitates the New England states, federal agencies, regional organizations, and other interested regional groups in addressing ocean and coastal issues that benefit from a regional response. It is NROC’s mission to provide a voluntary forum for New England states and federal partners to coordinate and collaborate on regional approaches to support balanced uses and conservation of the Northeast region’s ocean and coastal resources. Connecticut's representatives on the Northeast RPB are Macky McCleary and Susan Whalen, Deputy Commissioners of DEEP. If you have any questions about the RPB or regional ocean planning, please let me know. David J. L. Blatt, Supervising Coastal Planner, Office of Long Island Sound Programs, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, 79 Elm Street, Hartford CT 06106-5129 Phone (860) 424-3610 Fax (860) 424-4054 david.blatt@ct.gov
Event Date: June 13, 2013

For more information go to http://northeastoceancouncil.org/regional-planning-body/public-meetings/

(posted May 7, 2013, number 193) Water Trail: No

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Whitewater Triple Crown Event in the Tariffville Gorge

July 20-21.

Slalom, wildwater and freestyle events, and prize money! Mark your calendar to spectate, volunteer, support one of Tariffville's finest events or to join some gnarly river rats at the Cracker Barrel Pub.
Event Date: July 21, 2013

For more information go to http://w.tvilletriplecrown.com/tvilletriplecrown.com/Tariffville_Whitewater_Triple_Crown_JOs.html

(posted April 2, 2013, number 158) Water Trail: yes

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Norwalk River Butterflies!

Saturday, August 10, 10 AM to 12 PM (Rain date: August 11) Victor DeMasi, lepidopterist, research affiliate for Yale’s Peabody Museum and NRWA Advisory Board member, has been studying butterflies and moths in an area along the Norwalk River since 1977. He’ll introduce area butterflies and moths, discuss their food and habitats, and show his remarkable collection. Meet at 10 Simpaug Turnpike, Redding, a half mile east of Rt. 7. Easy walk. For reservations, contact DeMasi at victormonarch@yahoo.com or 203-938-9016

Event Date: August 10, 2013

For more information go to http://www.norwalkriver.org/events.htm

(posted April 4, 2013, number 170) Water Trail: No

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YakJam VI: Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree Friday

YakJam VI: Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree (Fri.) Friday, August 16, 2013 4:00 PM Calf Pasture Beach Calf Pasture Beach Rd, East Norwalk, CT Price: $5.50/per person Refund policy Announcing the Sixth Annual Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree. Once again Connecticut's biggest independent gathering of Kayakers will take place on the Norwalk Islands. Kayakers from ConnYak, CT AMC, Sound Kayakers, the Hudson River Kayaking Meetup, the Brandford Kayaking Meetup, The Hartford Kayaking Meetup, The Tuesday Night Paddlers, and any other group are welcome to come and to invite friends. The Jamboree will span the entire weekend. You are welcome to come over any day at any time. We encurage that you paddle in pods of three or more. Check the weather and tide, and always be aware of the boat traffic. Paddle safe. Many kayakers are paddleing over on Friday afternoon for the night, but for those that want to come over for just the day (or one night) we are having a second meetup Saturday morning so you can paddle together. The Friday afternoon meetup will be at Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk. Some may want to Meetup at another time or location. Possible put-in spots are Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk, the Rowayton Community Beach on the Five Mile River, or State Boat Ramp on the Saugatuck River. Please specify in your RSVP where you plan to launch from and what time (if it is not at Calft Pasture and 4 PM) so others can meetup with you and paddle in a group. The Jamboree will be on Shea Island. Camp sites are reserved for Friday night and Saturday night. Any one can paddle over to the island and join the Jamboree. You must bring your own gear, supplies, food, and beverages. If you plan to paddle to the island on Friday then RSVP on this page. If you plan to join the group on Saturday then RSVP on the Saturday event page: Camp sites are reserved by SKG in advance. We are asking that participants make a $5 contribution to the SKG. If you are not camping, please consider making a $2 contribution. You can pay via Paypal, but add $0.50 to cover Paypal fees. Any size contribution will be excepted. Money collected will be used to purchase supplies for the YakJam and any extra money collected will be donated to a local environmental awareness and preservation group. We are planning to do an Island Clean up on Sunday morning. We hope every one can join us for this. We try to clean the island of trash that has gathered over the previous year. Please bring heave duty garbage bags and gloves. Yes, unless you have sail boat, motor boat, or can swim very well, you must have a kayak. Kayaks can be rented from the Small Boat Shop, Downunder Kayaks, EMS, or Outdoor Sports. You should reserve your boat soon as available rentals may be short on the days leading up to the Jamboree. Yes, if you do not want to camp, you can still paddle over to the Island and join the festivities on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. To RSVP for Saturday or Sunday go to the Saturday or Sunday meetup page. RSVP is only necessary to let others know you will paddle with them on that day and time. The Jamboree is an open event. Anyone can come and the above mentioned fee is a voluntary contribution. For more information and discussion regarding this event go to the Message board. Please read the SKG disclaimer. You are responcible for yourself.
Event Date: August 16, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/StamfordKayakGroup/events/106985042/

(posted May 17, 2013, number 196) Water Trail: yes

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YakJam VI: Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree Saturday

YakJam: Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree (Sat.) Saturday, August 17, 2013 9:00 AM Calf Pasture Beach Calf Pasture Beach Rd, East Norwalk, CT Price: $5.50/per person Refund Announcing the Sixth Annual Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree. This will be the world biggest independent gathering of Kayakers to ever take place on the Norwalk Islands (since last year). Kayakers from ConnYak, CT AMC, Sound Kayakers, the Hudson River Kayaking Meetup, the Brandford Kayaking Meetup, The Hartford Kayaking Meetup, The Tuesday Night Paddlers, and any other group are welcome to come and to invite friends. The Jamboree will span the entire weekend. Some people will camp friday and saturday, but day paddlers are welcome to attend. To participate in the full day of activities most people will come to the Saturday morning meetup paddle time, but you are welcome to come over any day at any time. We encurage that you paddle in pods of three or more. Check the weather and tide, and always be aware of the boat traffic. Paddle safe. For those that want to come over for just the day (or one night) we are having a second meetup so you can paddle together. The saturday morning meetup will be at Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk. Some may want to Meetup at another time or location. Possible put-in spots are Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk, the Rowayton Community Beach on the Five Mile River, or State Boat Ramp on the Saugatuck River. Please specify in your RSVP where you plan to launch from and what time (if it is not at Calft Pasture at 9:00 AM) so others can meetup with you and paddle in a group. The Jamboree will be on Shea Island. We will try to meet at noon on the Island. We will begin activites at 10 AM. Our first activity will be an Environmentalist presentation. Camp sites are reserved for Friday night and Saturday night. Any one can paddle over to the island and join the Jamboree. You must bring your own gear, supplies, food, and beverages. If you plan to paddle to the island on Saturday then RSVP on this page. If you plan to join the group on Friday then RSVP on the Friday event page: Camp sites are reserved by SKG in advance. We are asking that participants make a $5 contribution to the SKG. If you are not camping, please consider making a $2 contribution. You can pay via Paypal, but add $0.50 to cover Paypal fees. Any size contribution will be accepted. money collected will be used to pay for misc. YakJam cost and any extra money collected will be donated to a local environmental awareness and preservation group. We are planning to do an Island Clean up on Sunday morning. We hope every one can join us for this. We try to clean the island of trash that has gathered over the previous year. Please bring heave duty garbage bags and gloves. Yes, unless you have sail boat, motor boat, or can swim very well, you must have a kayak. Kayaks can be rented from the Small Boat Shop, Downunder Kayaks, EMS, or Outdoor Sports. You should reserve your boat soon as available rentals may be short on the days leading up to the Jamboree. Yes, if you do not want to camp, you can still paddle over to the Island and join the festivities on both Saturday and Sunday. To RSVP for Friday or Sunday go to the Friday or Sunday meetup page. For more information and discussion regarding this event go to the Message board. Please read the SKG disclaimer. You are responcible for yourself.
Event Date: August 17, 2013

For more information go to http://www.meetup.com/StamfordKayakGroup/events/106985042/

(posted May 17, 2013, number 197) Water Trail: yes

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YakJam VI: Norwalk Islands Beach Cleanup

YakJam: Norwalk Islands Beach Cleanup Sunday, August 18, 2013 10:00 AM Calf Pasture Beach Calf Pasture Beach Rd, East Norwalk, CT (map) Look for us on the south shore of Shea Island Price: $2.50/per person At noon on Sunday the SKG will sponsor an island clean up on Shea Island. Not just our mess for the YakJam, but as much of the Island as we can. Kayakers interested in joining our group for this philanthropic effort can gather at the State Boat Ramp on the Saugatuck River and paddle over as a group. Alternately you can paddle from the Rowayton Community Beach on the Five Mile River or from Calf pasture Park in Norwalk. We will meet on the south shore of Shea Island. Kayakers from ConnYak, CT AMC, Sound Kayakers, the Hudson River Kayaking Meetup, the Wethersfield Kayaking Meetup, The Southington Sea Kayaking Meetup, The Tuesday Night Paddlers, and any other group are welcome to come and to invite friends. Please bring a heavy duty garbage bags, gloves, and a bag lunch for yourself. Remember to bring fresh water, sunscreen, and bug spray. This will be the rap-up event of the Norwalk Islands Kayaker Jamboree. If you can not make the full weekend of events, please come to help clean up the island habitat. If we get enough volunteers we might spread out the clean up to Sheffield or Chimon Island.
Event Date: August 18, 2013

For more information go to hhttp://www.meetup.com/StamfordKayakGroup/events/106986082/

(posted May 17, 2013, number 198) Water Trail: yes

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Earth Month and River Cleanup Funds Available from The Last Green Valley

The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) is once again looking for people who care about this beautiful place we call home. TLGV will provide funds to nonprofit organizations and municipal, regional, state or federal agencies that sponsor a 2013 Earth Month or River Cleanup in the region. Last year, more than 1,000 volunteers removed about 12 tons of trash from our rivers, parks, and roadways!

TLGV will reimburse organizations up to $500 for expenses like publicity, cleanup supplies such as trash bags and work gloves, and food for volunteers. TLGV will also help publicize the event and work with each organization to recruit more volunteers.

Interested organizations should submit a letter to TLGV, on their organization’s letterhead, at least six weeks before the proposed event. The letter should: include basic details about the cleanup – what, when, where, and who – plus contact information, including an email address; explain what you hope to accomplish; provide a budget detailing how you will use TLGV funds; let TLGV know who will be picking up and disposing of the trash (TLGV can’t cover that cost); describe how youth – the future stewards of The Last Green Valley – will be involved in the cleanup; and include a plan for publicizing not just the event, but the results. Nonprofit organizations should also submit a copy of their 501(c) designation letter from the IRS.

TLGV reserves the right to approve or deny funds based upon the likelihood of project success and the availability of funds. Decisions will be made within two weeks of project submission. Funded organizations will be asked to sign a short agreement and then get to work! Results will be compiled on the TLGV “Trash Tracker” form, because together, we can show impressive results throughout The Last Green Valley. For more information, contact Lois Bruinooge at (860) 774-3300 or lois@tlgv.org. The Last Green Valley is a National Heritage Corridor – the last stretch of dark night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, D.C. A dynamic nonprofit organization, TLGV is a steward of that special place, working to celebrate our heritage, conserve our natural resources and respect our working lands. It’s Where You Live!

For more information go to http://www.thelastgreenvalley.org/

(posted December 5, 2012, number 145) Water Trail: yes

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