From Elwell Island to the Boundary Waters ​(of Hatfield)Exploring Northampton Series

Paradise City Dragon Boat with Laurie Sanders, Co-director of Historic Northampton and Naturalist

color photo of a long canoe shepaed boat on a river. The boat has a decorative red dragon's head on the front and is full of people, some holding paddles.

Event Details

October 4, 2025

Take in the beauty of the Connecticut River in a dragon boat and learn about the rich natural and cultural history in the stretch between Elwell Island and the boundary of Hatfield. The outing will begin with a paddling lesson by members of the Paradise City Dragon Boat team, followed by a paddle with commentary by co-director and naturalist Laurie Sanders about the environmental and human history of this part of the Connecticut River.  

This is an active outing. Participants are expected to be fit enough to paddle and to handle themselves in the boat. For ages 18+. All equipment provided, no prior paddling experience necessary.

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All proceeds will benefit the Paradise Dragon Boat Team and Historic Northampton.