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Friday evening Kayak on the Nashua River (no rentals availab

Beautiful evening on the Nashua River

Friday, September 13, 2024
Groton, MA
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Hosted by Carl

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Written by Carl

It couldn't have been a more beautiful evening on the Nashua River. We saw a wide range of wildlife, including a blue heron, swans, an eagle and its nest, bats galore and ducks for days. We got back right at twilight with just enough light to strap the kayak to the car. What excellent start to the weekend!

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Join us for a late-summer kayak on the Nashua River.  It's Friday the 13th, but unfortunately Camp Crystal Lake is a little too far away.  :)

We will meet at Petapawag Canoe Launch in Groton, MA.   We'll pass the Nashua River Islands on our left, J. Harry Rich State Forest on our right, and eventually paddle parallel to the Nashua River Rail Trail.   Sunset is at 7 pm, so we will aim to get out of the water around then or a little after. 

Please note that rental kayaks are unavailable, so bring your own or come with someone who can loan you one! Also, please remember your life jacket.  Life jackets are required in MA when kayaking starting in mid-September. 

This is a great way to start the weekend.  I hope you can join us!

Directions via Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FrB8LYAJBXcP4NdX6

Information from Paddling.com: https://paddling.com/paddle/locations/petapawag-canoe-launch

Website about Petapawag Canoe Launch by the Town of Groton: https://www.grotonma.gov/government/boards-and-committees/conservation-commission/petapawag-canoe-launch

Rules on life jackets in Massachusetts: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/boating-safety#:~:text=Wear%20a%20life%20jacket&text=In%20Massachusetts%2C%20life%20jackets%20must,Personal%20watercraft%20users

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Carl SUSTAINING
Carl
Leominster, MA

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