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Far below normal precipitation has caused a drought and increased fire danger levels. All of Connecticut is currently in a Stage 2 Drought Advisory. Residents are encouraged to be mindful of water consumption and use extra caution to prevent fires. An emergency burn ban remains in effect at all state parks, forests, and wildlife management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, campfires, etc.

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

CT Boating and Paddling

The Boating Division’s mission is to enhance boating safety, improve boating access and associated infrastructure on Connecticut’s waters, foster environmental stewardship and reduce or eliminate user conflicts. The division works in cooperation with other divisions as well as with its federal, municipal, and boating safety stakeholders to provide clean, safe, and well-maintained boating access.

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Boater's Guide

The following is a running list of URLs that correspond to our CT Boating and Paddling Instagram posts:

Boating Safety & Information

If Found Sticker (ct.gov)

Renew vessel registration | Connecticut DMV

Fire Extinguishers Requirements for the Recreational Boater FAQ (uscgboating.org)

Boat Launches in Connecticut

Boating Classes (ct.gov)

East Haddam Swing Bridge Project

Coastal Access (ct.gov)

Boating Infrastructure Grant Program

Outreach Events

More events coming soon!

Seasonal Opportunities

Seasonal Employment (ct.gov)

Pumpout Boat and Clean Vessel Act Information

CVA Grant Program Information (ct.gov)

A Recreational Boater's Guide to Vessel Sewage

Pumpout Facilities Clean Boating Information (ct.gov)

Navigation Information & Closures

KE Streeter Boat Launch (ct.gov)

Federal Register, Volume 88 Issue 54 (Tuesday, March 21, 2023) (govinfo.gov) (Route 1 Bridge Across Housatonic River Information)

Aquatic Invasive Species

Aquatic Invasive Species (ct.gov)

Grants for the Control of Aquatic Invasive Species (ct.gov)

FAQ AIS Stamp (ct.gov)