5th Annual Witch Paddle

Calling all witches and wizards to come "Ride the Tide" in Witch's Style and paddle down the Housatonic River for the Annual Witches Paddle!

Meetup in your best witch costume (witch/warlock 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.

*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.

*THIS IS A ONE WAY PADDLE!  Everyone is responsible for figuring out your own carpool coordination. We end in a different location than we are 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)
 

FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT PURPLE PANTRY BOXES Food insecurity is a daily reality. 1 in 3 homes in Milford struggle to afford basic meals. With the rising costs of food and basic supplies and with the cold weather coming on, let us help how we can in any way we can. PLEASE BRING SHELF STABLE FOOD ITEM, DIAPERS, GCs or cash donations accepted also. for example: peanut butter, canned meats like chicken and tuna, beans, fruit, soap, boxes, pasta, sauces, cereal, fruit cups/applesauce, etc.

THIS YEAR we will also have the TWISTED TIKI boat along for the ride. Pick up and drop off at Dockside. You must pre register and spaces are limited. Twisted Tiki now leaves from Safe Harbor, Stratford, CT.

https://twistedtikicruises.starboardsuite.com/.../blt/cb98ca

RENTALS $75 Single Kayak or SUP or $90 two seater www.scootandpaddle.com to reserve in advance

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Please bring donations to participate

10/24/2026

11:30-3:30