Life
in Massachusetts offers many recreational activities – including easy access to
boating during the beautiful summer weather months. No ocean view outside your
apartment home? No problem! A taste of the nautical life awaits—no kayak, canoe
or sailboat needed! This week’s “Get Up & Go!” provides suggestions for
nearby facilities where you can enjoy boating on a lake, river or the ocean—of
course! Whether you are an experienced boater or a novice, there’s nothing like
a day on the water when it comes to family fun or recreational pleasure with
friends. When you go, don’t forget to tag a digital snapshot on our Facebook
page!
Boating
in Boston: Spot Pond – Located in Stoneham just off I-93, this
family-friendly facility in the Middlesex Fells Reservation provides rentals
for every age! Kayak, canoe, rowboat and sailboat rentals are available, which
make it easy to pack a picnic and head out to one of three islands on the reservoir.
If you prefer fishing to checking out birds and wildlife, Spot Pond is stocked
with trout and bass. Visit their website for info on hours, rentals and
lessons.
Boating in Boston: Lake Quannapowitt, Wakefield – Boating at Lake Quannapowitt (say that five times fast!)
offers access to beautiful shoreline and running trails as well as kayak, canoe
and pedal boat rentals. Use Spaulding Street in Wakefield for easiest access to
boat rentals.
Boston
Sailing Center –
The Sailing Center gives beginners a chance to learn sailing in the open waters
of Boston Harbor. In addition to free Sailing Open Houses (including 30-minute sail
cruise around the harbor), BSC’s Learn-To-Sail program starts covers nautical sailing
and on-the-water experience. The program offers students use of boats outside
of class as well!
Paddle
Boston
– This canoe and kayak rental service has five different locations along the Charles
River in Boston, Cambridge, Newton and Waltham. Offering guided tours, lessons
and rentals, Paddle Boston also has Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP). Check out
their SUP yoga classes, which provide a full workout on the water!
Courageous Sailing –
Courageous Sailing (CS) offers another opportunity to learn to sail on the
Boston Harbor but has special focus on children and families. Visit their website for a full listing of
courses, camps and activities.