Can you kayak on the Housatonic River?

Paddling… The waters of the Housatonic River provide excellent white-water and flat-water canoeing & kayaking and swimming. Hikers will enjoy a splendid view of the river from the Appalachian Trail where it parallels the river as it passes through Sharon, Cornwall and Kent, Conn.

Can you boat on the Housatonic River?

HEALTH OF THE RIVER Today, the Housatonic River is a nationally ranked fishing, boating and hiking destination.

Can I Canoe in any river?

As long as you hold a licence, you can paddle on any of the 2,200 miles of canals and rivers administered by the Canal & River Trust. An additional licence allows you to paddle on other rivers which are maintained by the Environment Agency, including the non-tidal Thames west of London.

How deep is the Housatonic River?

The mouth of the river was dredged from depths of 8 and 9 feet to 15 to 17 feet. Some areas that were two and three feet to the center of the channel were dredged to 9 to 12 feet and in excess of 14 to 18 feet on the other side of the channel. Other depths from the mouth to the bridge are at 18 feet deep.

Is the Housatonic River polluted?

The Housatonic River and its floodplain are heavily contaminated with PCBs originating from the GE Facility in Pittsfield, MA. PCBs are present in large quantities in river sediment and floodplain soil; estimates range from between 100,000 to nearly 600,000 pounds of PCBs.

What type of fish are in the Housatonic River?

Fish Populations Fish surveys conducted by the MassWildlife have found Rock Bass, Smallmouth Bass, White Sucker, Brown Trout, Yellow Perch, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill in the upper section of the Housatonic Catch-and- Release Area.

What fish are running in the Housatonic River?

Housatonic River is a stream near Stratford. The most popular species caught here are Striped bass, Smallmouth bass, and Bluefish.

Why is the Housatonic River polluted?

The Housatonic River and its floodplain are heavily contaminated with PCBs originating from the GE Facility in Pittsfield, MA. Most of the contamination is found between the confluence of the East and West branches in Pittsfield and Woods Pond Dam in Lenox and further into Rising Pond in Great Barrington, MA.

Which side of the river should you paddle on?

When peeling out from an eddy, always look upstream. You never know whether another paddler or obstacle is on its way downriver. In general, if you are in an eddy, the upstream paddler has the right of way.

Do I need a license to paddle board?

Yes, the use of a paddleboard, or any other portable, unpowered craft on the majority of inland waterways, requires a license obtainable from the relevant authority.

Is the Housatonic River fresh water?

The Housatonic Estuary is the mixing area where fresh water from the Housatonic River meets salt water from Long Island Sound. This fresh and salt water mixing creates a unique environment that supports an abundance of plants and animals and becomes a special feeding, breeding and nursery area.

Is it safe to swim in the Housatonic River?

“The Housatonic has the largest set of advisories because of the PCB contamination,” said Brian Toal, an epidemiologist with the Connecticut Department of Public Health. “It has more than any other river or body of water.” Despite the warnings, swimming in the river and its lakes is not considered dangerous.

What can you do on the Housatonic River?

Paddling…The waters of the Housatonic River provide excellent white-water and flat-water canoeing & kayaking and swimming. Fishing is a major activity along the entire length of the river and its tributaries.

Where can I go kayaking in Wisconsin?

A specially adapted kayak is available for use by people with disabilities at Buckhorn, Devil’s Lake, Mirror Lake and Perrot state parks. Wisconsin’s Wild and Scenic Rivers are great places to paddle. Several of Wisconsin’s state trails are ideal for bike and paddle trips.

How do I plan my next paddling adventure in Wisconsin?

Plan your next paddling adventure with Paddle Wisconsin, an interactive map of Wisconsin’s rivers. Explore Rick Kark’s chronicles of his paddling adventures from canoeing & kayaking on hundreds of Wisconsin rivers and streams, broken into seven geographic sections.

What are the boating regulations on the Wisconsin River?

State boating regulations [PDF] apply on the Wisconsin River. Here are few of the highlights: A personal floatation device (life jacket) is required for every person on board a boat, motorized and non-motorized.