Being new to the hobby of paddle boarding I was very intimated at first however after coming across…read moreValley paddle board, I decided to give it a shot. There were numerous packages available in the planning phase and I ultimately went with the 2 hour group paddle board session with instructor guidance and equipment rental. Not to mention included in the cost was a (2) drink voucher for refreshments at a local brewery post paddle board session (which was a welcomed bonus). The location Christine chose for this session was perfect especially for someone just starting off like myself. We started off in a small shallow beach just sitting on our boards and getting a feel for the water. With Christine's concise, easy to follow direction, I upgraded to a kneeled position and finally to a standing, balancing and confident position within a half a hour. When the sun started to go down Christine advised that the group paddle out to a small island in the middle of the lake that was full of wild flowers, to relax and enjoyed the rest of the sunset. At this time we well exceeded the 2 hour mark but Christine was happy to do so for a wonderful experience. Once the weather gets a bit warmer I will definitely be reaching out to Christine for another session!!

We had the best time! Christine at Valley Paddleboard took our family on a trip down the Farmington…read moreRiver. it was so beautiful. She made sure the kids in our group were safe and having fun. She even taught us some paddleboard yoga moves. Can't wait to go back next summer!

my daughter and I were visiting from California and searched for a calm, beautiful kayak ride,…read morefinally discovering I Paddle New York. We enjoyed a gorgeous two hour ride in a tandem kayak together on a still Monday morning, the only ones on the river for a couple hours! We stopped for a stroll on the nature preserve and some rope swinging. Our adventure was was lovely, still, and nourishing. thanks for a wonderful day!

Great time and Gaile was super nice to work with. I would definitely do this again!!!read more

We had an absolutely perfect day out on the river. We rented a canoe and Jerry was so helpful and…read morefriendly. 10/10 experience and we would definitely rent again, if we don't end up buying our own canoe!

Billy Goat Boatshas a good selection of rentals for kayaks and paddle boats. I demoed a boat there…read moretoday and found Jerry to be very knowledgeable and helpful. The location is easy to find and the scenery is very nice once you paddle down the river a short distance. I would definitely buy a boat from him when I'm ready and highly recommend him.

Highly recommend! The staff was friendly and offered us helpful tips and support. They also loaded…read moreand unloaded the kayaks for us.

Fun fun fun. Excellent staff. Kind courteous and efficient…read more The river was calm enough for us to get far and a couple good wakes to shake us up. Would go again.

After renting kayaks and having so much fun, we decided to buy our own and come back! $5 to launch…read moretour own boat/paddle pad..BUT We came with family who RENTED kayak, but we were treated disrespectfully by a staff/kids working the ramp. Since this was our first time using our own boats at this location we attempted to use the self launch dock, however we were uneasy with it and were unsure as our first time (walking down stairs and a free floating dock you put your boat next to) We went to the other launch dock where there were others who rented boats waiting their turn to get out. We were waiting our turns as well as family going with us, to launch but one of the kids who was working was snobby saying "you can't be over here during busy times like this" and rolled his eyes when we explained we we uneasy at the other dock. As paying customers, I was appalled at how we were treated by some young man as we told him we didn't feel safe using the other dock as OUR FIRST TIME We were fully aware there was a free boat launch down the road however we were with family and wanted to all stay together since they had to rent theirs. Next time I will save myself the hassle and disrespect from some child staff who can't properly communicate

I want to give a well-deserved shout out to Collinsville Canoe & Kayak near Farmington, CT. All the…read moreplaces around us in northeast MA have, sadly, gone out of business, so I took a little road trip to pick up an Aspire 105. Very glad I did. You will not find a more knowledgeable and friendly bunch of people. I had to do an exchange of another item by mail and they were on it like lightning. Exceptional customer service.

And we're rolling, rolling, rolling on the river Listen to…read morethe story Sooo yeah.. About that... Another yelp event which didn't include just eating but burning off the calories from other events. Service from the phone call to when we left was A++++ They set my son, ferret and myself up with two paddle board or SUP boards.. They also have canoes, and kayaks as well. Amazing rental price of 20 an hour and 10.00 for each extra hour..which is very reasonably priced. They also include a life jacket and if you would like a waterproof case for your phone at no additional charges. The staff were warm and friendly. And they just adored my ferret named Francis. We all headed out and ready to tackle the mighty CT river. Which I feel with all the wacky weather and rain that we've had the currents are a little stronger than normal. Due to my own personal health issues I gave up before the hour my son stayed out a little bit longer than I did but closer to the area where we started off. And Francis was over it too and took an swim. We did actually have Sunshine for once!! Overall we had an amazing experience. When I do go back I would most likely try a canoe or kayak. I do love supporting family owned and run small businesses here in Connecticut this is one of those hidden gems that you definitely have to try out before the summer ends!!!!

So cool. Fun summer place to catch some awesome family experiences! I would highly recommendread more

Had a great time learning to surf with Chris today! He took us to a great spot and taught us how…read moreto surf in one day! He is a really nice guy and will take time to explain everything. He's been doing this along time and he knows how to make it seem easy!

This was a first time paddle boarding for myself, my husband, and our dog, Mochi. Chris was very…read morepatient while helping Mochi acclimate to the board. He went above and beyond by giving us a quick lesson and ensuring that Mochi and I were able to manage the board before embarking on our own. We loved the experience and would recommend it to first time paddle boarders who want to bring their dogs!

We had a great experience thanks to Sea Turtle SUP! Their responses were prompt and prices very…read morereasonable. SUPs were practically new and they showed up exactly when they promised for delivery and gave me a heads up for pick up. Would not change a thing about my experience renting from them and can't wait to do it again.

We rented two paddle boards for a large family picnic and what a good decision that was! The owner,…read moreJim, was very easy to work with, pleasant, flexible and informative. Following his instructions was easy and made a big difference in our success. Many of our guests had never paddle boarded before but everyone had a good experience. Fun for those who watched too. This will definitely become a tradition for our future Labor Day picnics!

Mystic adventure CT, They are reliable, with integrity. I…read morerecommend them to anyone who is looking for a paddleboard or kayak. Jeff, the owner, always takes the time to answer any questions I may have and provides me with all the options available--from different types of paddleboards. Shop takes time to teach and show you proper body position and to be a fast paddler. I'm a new paddle owner and already going miles out there!

My wife and I decided to venture to mystic and rent kayaks. This was a great company. Nice staff…read moreand overall a really fun experience.

The nicest sandy beach that I've found in the general area. Safe roped off area for the kids,…read morelifeguards in season and 2 floating docks. Clean, peaceful and accessible without a fee. How I would love a home on this little lake. No cell service, only wifi. Boat launch, porta potty but no other facilities or food.

This is a very scenic lake. It is, unfortunately, almost completely surrounded by private homes…read more That fact makes access challenging. The beach is the only public spot. The streets in and around the lake are narrow.