Department of Energy & Environmental Protection Boating Division

The Boating Division’s mission is to enhance boating safety, improve boating access and associated infrastructure on Connecticut’s waters, foster environmental stewardship and reduce or eliminate user conflicts. The division works in cooperation with other divisions as well as with its federal, municipal, and boating safety stakeholders to provide clean, safe, and well-maintained boating access.

Grade Levels:   Grades 9-12

Programming Offered:

• In-person events

Curriculum Connections & Themes:

• Boating Safety

Days:  

June 21

    12-4 PM

Indian Well State Park

1 Indian Well Rd

Shelton, CT

July 26

            12-4 PM

Lake Waramaug State Park

30 Lake Waramaug Road

Kent/New Preston, CT

August 23

12-4 PM

                Hopeville Pond State Park

929 Hopeville Road

Griswold, CT 

What to Expect:   These events are part of the No Child Left Inside (NCLI) Families in the Parks Program. The NCLI program partners with the DEEP Boating Division to host several boating safety-themed events over the summer months. Event participants can take part in boating-related activities. They can also take a canoe or kayak out to paddle after a safety demonstration. All safety equipment will be provided