Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

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

Prudence - DEEP's Boating Safety Education Vessel 

DEEP's boating safety education vessel was christened in 2010.  She was named Prudence to emphasize the importance of using good judgment afloat and in honor of the state heroine, Prudence Crandall** .

Prudence is outfitted to showcase some of the latest boating technology available and is capable of traveling throughout Connecticut's waters.

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Prudence - DEEP's Boating Safety Education Vessel
Prudent actions save lives. 

The DEEP utilizes  Prudence to approach boaters on the water and stress the importance of boating safely, boating sober and the proper use of personal flotation devices or ‘lifejackets’.  Prudence provides DEEP staff with 'on-the-water’ opportunities to educate boaters in safe techniques.

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**In 1832, Prudence Crandall dedicated her private school for young women to educating young African-American women, who traveled from all over the country to attend the school. The DEEP chose to honor Ms. Crandall for her commitment to the instruction of all by naming this vessel dedicated to education in her memory.