Go Fish. Time for Putnam’s annual kids’ fishing derby.
Kids, pack your tackle boxes. This Sunday, April 21, is the annual Noe Poulin Memorial Fishing Derby in Putnam. Kids up to the age of 15 can fish a portion of the Quinebaug River, and prizes are in order for five different age brackets. This is a great way to spend a Sunday with the family! If you child loves to fish, plan on visiting us for the day. The derby...
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Kick off school vacation with fishing and fun at the Horse Listeners Orchard Saturday.
First day of school vacation (for some) calls for a special event–the Horse Listeners Orchard Fishing Derby and opening day festivities are the perfect kick-off for a week of fun. The Orchard, located in Ashford, is one of the Quiet Corner’s favorite farm stands, not only for its yummy apples and other fruit, cider and pies but all the other fun events...
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A dozen ways to really SEA Mystic Country.
One of the best ways to experience summer around here is to get out on the water. No, you don’t need to own a boat. Seeing Mystic Country from the water is magical, really and truly a whole new world of sights and sounds you will never see on land. Take it slow or go-it fast, there are river and ocean options to match your sea legs. In my opinion summer...
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Bass, Trout, Stripers, and More! Freshwater Fishing in New London County.
Not into deep sea fishing? No worries – we have plenty of lakes that will keep the serious freshwater fisherman happy. If you have your own boat and you’re looking for a fishing trip within driving distance of New York or Boston, Connecticut has a lake for you. Bass, the freshwater favorite, is abundant in Pachaug Pond in Griswold, also the largest lake...
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The Best Fishing Around – Ice Fishing in Eastern CT
Always wanted to try ice fishing? Eastern Connecticut is having the perfect winter for you! Plenty of snow and ice, and we have the inside scoop on how you can get out there on the pond and spend the day. Ice fishing is one of those sports – around here, anyway – where it pays to know people. Or at least to know when the tournaments are happening,...
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Drop a Line. Fishing in Windham County.
When it comes to fishing, the Quiet Corner provides exactly what it says on the tin –acres and acres of tranquility in which to relax, unwind, escape and… fish. It’s a place many come, not only due to its serene and picturesque landscapes, but because of the abundance and variety of fish found here. Over 60-acres of waterfront surrounded by beautiful views...
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Into the Great Wide Open – Deep Sea Fishing
Whether bass, bluefish, or porgies are your preference, we can find you some! Book some time on a deep sea fishing boat while you’re here and catch to your heart’s desire. Fish with flair on the Black Hawk, a party fishing boat sailing out of Niantic (exit 74 off I-95). The Black Hawk’s captain and crew offer day and evening trips (2 trips on Saturday and...
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