Special Events
Friday NIGHT Lights - GLOW PADDLEs!!!
One of a kind night paddle. Enjoy a 3 hour glow paddle on the water starting ahead of sunset and ending after dark.
We use stand-up paddleboards with underboard lighting installed. View the glowing lights beneath you illuminating the surface of the water and below. Choose your color or cycle through with pulsing light. See fish that are attracted to the lights come to the surface or discover sunken submarines, anything is possible during this amazing experience.
Space is extremely limited.
$65 pp.
Call to reserve 203-713-8282
6/28, 7/5, 7/19, 8/2, 8/16
Parties
Looking for an exciting way to celebrate a special event or birthday? Look no further. Scoot & Paddle offers a variety of boats from single to double kayaks or paddleboards and an Aqua Lily floating mat for outdoor summer fun! These outdoor activities are perfect for kids or adults who love to explore and have fun in the water. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paddler, these water sports are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and create unforgettable memories. You will have a dedicated team member for your party to instruct, give assistance getting into and out of the water, and to remain with you on the water for up to an hour and a half. Also enjoy the Aqua Lily at your leisure when you have had enough paddling. Chill out on the Lily or the beach basking in the sun or let the kids cartwheel and flip into the water. There is something for everyone. The Aqua Lily is also available for your use for the entire 1 and 1/2 hours plus an additional hour after the paddling portion.
$350 for up to 10
$25pp over 10
Call to reserve 203-713-8282
Sunset Paddle & Beach Yoga
Scoot & Paddle and BEND Yoga team up for what is sure to be an unforgettable summer experience
Join us as we embark on an almost hour long paddle along the beautiful Milford coastline as the sun is low and putting on a colorful show.
When back on land, we will salute the setting sun with yoga on the beach ending in a relaxation meditation as we bid the day farewell.
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and light snacks surrounded by the warm light of the tiki torches
July 26th
6:00PM-9:00PM
$75 per person (includes rental of SUP or Kayak)
Sign up online at www.bendct.com under “workshops”
Sunrise Paddle and Beach Yoga
Scoot & Paddle and BEND Yoga team up to greet the morning with this Saturday morning Sunrise Paddle and Yoga.
Watch the steam rise off of the water as you practice the age old art of yoga (on the beach) surrounded by the sound of lapping water and the cry of the gulls. Guaranteed to leave you feeling fabulous and invigorated.
Then paddle around as the sun shines like diamonds on the water. What a way to spend a Saturday morning
Enjoy a coffee, mimosa and lights snacks on the beach following paddle
Saturdays
July 13th 6:30-9:30AM
August 10th 6:30-9:30AM
$75 per person (includes rental of SUP or Kayak)
Sign up online at www.bendct.com under “workshops”
Full Moon Paddles
Enjoy a magical paddle under the setting sun while the sky fills with it's lovely colors and relax as we wait for the full moon to rise and light the night sky. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as we paddle back to shore by the light of the moon.
Experienced paddlers only
All paddlers are required to bring their own light source or rent light in advance
(headlamp, lantern, luci light, etc)
If bringing your own boat must bring and wear PFD and have whistle and light
Reservations required. Spaces fill very fast.
$50 ($25 byob)
Full Moon Paddle Calendar 2024
May 23rd: Flower Moon 6:30-9:30
June 21st: Full Strawberry Moon 6:30-9:30
July 20th: Full Buck Moon 6:30-9:30
August 18th: Full Sturgeon Moon 6-9 (raindate 19th)
September 16th: Full Harvest Moon 5-8 (raindate 17th)
October 17th: 4-8 Milford Harbor
Kick off the summer Fireworks Paddle
Paddle from Gulf beach to Charles Island where we will rest, relax and watch the stunning sunset and enjoy a snack on the island. Then paddle into the Milford Harbor to watch the city's spectacular fireworks display while swaying on the waves on your boat before paddling back to Gulf beach. You have the option of exiting boat to walk about and grab something from a food truck or dance but you will be expected to return to boat for departure time.
DATE TBD
$75 for rental, $30 Bring your own boat
(reservations required and pickup only)
Must provide your own light source such as (deck lights, headlamp, lanterns, luci light etc.) have experience, dress for weather, bring water, snacks, self rescue device if bringing your own cockpit style boat as well as pfd and whistle.
It will be dark on paddle back and you are expected to stay with the group and follow the rules of the waterway as it can get busy with boats in the harbor.
Bring snacks and water, dry clothes, layers, etc.
Tree Swallow Murmuration
The annual “tornado of swallows” is one of the most intriguing natural phenomena of the lower river valley. Every September, flocks of migrating tree swallows numbering tens of thousands of birds roost on the islands at the mouth of the Connecticut River. Whirling in the twilight sky, the huge flocks then descend, all at once, into the reeds for the night.
We will be leaving from Old Lyme.
As parking limited, you may need to carpool from the Old Lyme commuter lot after unloading boats.
It will be dark upon our return trying to load, BRING HEADLAMPS, deck lights or lanterns and warm clothes for the chilly evening
September 13th
530-8
(5:30 launch, 7:00 Sunset, 7:30ish back to launch)
September 27th
5-7:30
(5:15 Launch, 6:40 SS)
*Call for reservations
3rd Annual Witch's Paddle
Calling all witches and wizards to come "Ride the Tide" in Witch's Style and paddle down the Housatonic River for the third annual Witches Paddle this October 19th, 2024
Meetup at 1:00PM in your best witch costume (witch costume required) for a paddle down the Housy (ride the tide with the outgoing current) leaving from Sunnyside school in Shelton and ending at Dockside Brewery in Milford. Most plan to stay for a bite to eat and drink.
*We will unload at one of two locations. On the dockside dock, which is quite high, fine for paddleboards and sit on top kayaks, however some people like to end at the State boat ramp and dock just before Dockside for an easier unload if they have a sit inside kayak. Completely up to you. They are very close to each other.
**This is a 7 mile paddle (approximately), please be prepared to paddle a long distance and prepare for weather conditions as it may get chilly at this time of year. I would highly recommend a change of clothes or layers in dry bags, snacks, lots of water, etc. It feels much easier traveling with the current than a normal seven mile paddle- trust.
***Everyone is responsible for figuring out your own carpool coordination. This is a ONE WAY PADDLE so we end in a different location than starting. I unload at Sunnyside and then drop vehicle off at Dockside and get a lift back to Sunnyside so that I do not need to go back after for a vehicle.
October 19th
1:00PM-5:00PM
*Call for reservations
Leaf Peeping Paddle
Join us for a lovely paddle with lots of bird sightings, wildlife, peace and quiet. Stop half way at Roxbury Falls for a nice picnic lunch before heading back.
https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Boating/Boat-Launches/Lake-Lillinonah-Boat-Launch---Bridgewater
There is a large parking area and a paved boat ramp. Please arrive early to unload, plan to be ON WATER by 10AM
The paddle is along the Shepaug River to Roxbury Falls, where we can stop for (BYO bagged) lunch. It is about a 10 mile round trip. It's a casual leaf peeping trip and not difficult (fast) but strenuous (long) please no first timers or anyone with injuries that prevent completing paddle distance of 10 miles
Please bring your own lunch and plenty of water
BYO Please bring a PFD and whistle
Please bring your sense of fun and adventure
It is cold this time of year so dress appropriately wetsuits/drysuits and booties recommended. Dress in layers. Change of clothes in dry bags, etc.
We stop at Ferris Acres for Ice Cream (Apple Crisp Sundae for me) if anyone wants to add that to their itinerary. It is a delicious and welcome addition to the day and well deserved. No-guilt calories after a long paddle.
Foliage Report
https://www.depdata.ct.gov/forestry/foliage/foliagemap.htm
October 27
9:30-4:00PM
*Call for reservations
Singles Night
Join Scoot & Paddle as we bring you an unforgettable singles night! At 630PM we set off on a late afternoon paddle along the Milford shoreline as the sun hangs low in the sky. Paddle around for approximately 45 minutes to an hour before landing on shore. Feel free to grab a change of dry clothes and a summer sweater to head back down to the beach where a table will be set for you with chilled wine, water and lemonade surrounded by the soft glow of the tiki torches. Enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal.
Must Call 203-713-8282 to reserve and pre-pay
*Space is limited
DATE TBD
*Expect to get a little wet (towels and change of clothing encouraged)
Kayaks, Paddleboards, two person kayaks, PFDs and guide included
We Beach JAMMIN'
Hands down, the best way to start a Tuesday. Listen to a specially curated playlist made to move to that only we can hear so as not to bother anyone else around. Join us on the beach for a half hour holistic approach to fitness, combining physical activity with the benefits of nature and social interaction for a healthy body and mind. Music and high quality noise cancelling headphones provided. Set the volume to your liking. Sway, sit, dance or jump around. Let the music move you however you feel- BYO coffee.
Dancing is a fantastic cardiovascular exercise that gets your heart pumping and blood flowing! The sand adds an extra challenge, as it requires more effort to move through, giving you a more intense workout without even realizing it.
Morning sunlight helps your body produce vitamin D which is essential for bone health, immune function, and mood regulation as well as collagen production! It is linked to a reduced risk of certain autoimmune diseases, respiratory infections, and other illnesses. It also helps synchronize your body's internal clock to regulate hunger hormones, potentially reducing the risk of weight gain and metabolic disorders and leads to better more restful sleep.
The combination of dancing, fresh air, and the sight of water can be incredibly soothing and stress-reducing. It helps release endorphins, the body's natural “feel-good” chemicals, which can improve your mood and overall sense of well-being as well as increased energy and alertness.
Dancing in a group setting like a silent disco encourages social interaction and can boost your mental health. Connecting with others and sharing the joy of dancing can be uplifting and energizing.
Calorie Burning: Depending on the intensity of your dancing, you can burn a significant number of calories during a silent disco dance party on the beach. It's a fun way to stay active and burn off excess energy.
Must Call 203-713-8282 to reserve *Space is very limited
June 4th 6:30AM
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