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Boating Education / Certification /Videos
Although there are inherent risks in virtually any sport, a well-educated boater who uses common sense and courtesy on the water contributes to everyone?s safety and enjoyment.
Boating related Grant Program information
There are many boaters on our waterways and as the number of paddlers increases, there is competition for space in limited access points and crowded waterways.
Paddlers Safety Checklists and Equipment
Whether you are a new or seasoned paddler, there are safety, etiquette and rules of navigation to be aware of before venturing out on the water. Use these lists to plan a trip.
Additional resources for Connecticut paddlers.
Prefer backwaters and slow-moving areas of larger rivers and streams as well as lakes and ponds. They appear to be more tolerant of brackish water than channel catfish.
Black bullheads are very difficult to distinguish from brown bullheads. It is unclear whether the few individuals reported in Connecticut represent self-sustaining populations.
Although not required in recreational boats under 65.6 feet long, a VHF Marine Radio is an essential piece of equipment in coastal waters.
Connecticut Forest Resource Plan
Contacting the Forestry Division
Contact information for the CT Division of Forestry.
CT State Lands Firewood Program
The Clues to Letterbox Sites on Connecticut's State Forests
CT Forestry - Letterbox Site Clues for Connecticut State Forests
Five species (and one hybrid, the “tiger trout”) exist in Connecticut. Only the brook trout and Atlantic salmon are native; the rest were introduced as sport fish.
Brown trout can grow to large sizes and are generally harder to catch than brook or rainbow trout.
The use of urban wood can be cost-effective and have environmental and economic benefits for the community.