A canoe and kayak paddle on the Connecticut River is held in May and October. PTB was started as a way for community organizations from Vermont and New Hampshire to work together to “Show Case” our shared asset, the Connecticut River. PTB promotes the natural, cultural, scenic and recreational resources of the Connecticut River, in a way that would also provide an economic boost to the area. PTB is held twice a year weather permitting-no rain dates are planned.
The Fall Paddle 2026 date is Sunday, October 4, from the Newbury Boat Launch beside the Newbury-Haverhill Bridge, to the Bugbee landing in Bradford, Vermont.
There is a shuttle service from the takeout to the launch site, provided by Butler Bus Company (we thank them). The shuttle service is available from 10 am to 11 am; this gives us a suggested launch time of 10:30 to 11:30 am. The approximate paddle time for the spring and fall paddle is 3-1/2 to 4 hours.
All events are weather permitting, and all participants must abide by safe boating rules and regulation.
Music by Strawberry Farm Band and Cookout by Jazzy’s Children’s Fund.
So come, meet new friends and fellow paddlers, whatever the reason join the fun!
