 Yankee Chapter: Making Waves With Old Outboards |
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Glen and Connie will again be hosting their fantastic meet at Quaddick Sate Park in Thompson CT . Located in the North East corner of Connecticut, Quaddick Reservoir is a 407.7 acre fresh-water lake. Link to CT DEP website Our group will gather on the shoreline to the north of the ramp. There are bathrooms and/or a "comfort station" in the park. Dogs are permitted in the park on a leash but not on the beach. The hosts are planning their world famous barbeque lunch - it will be in the park just north (approximately 1,000 feet) of the Quaddick launch ramp. (Same spot as last year) Directions to the Quaddick meet launch (Use 818 Quaddick Town Farm Road, Quaddick CT for GPS) (Once you are at the park follow signs to the Boat Ramp/Launch) From the west/(Putnam area): Take Route 44 east for 3.3 miles after crossing under I-395, to Town Farm Road in East Putnam. Left onto Town Farm Road and proceed north for 2.7 miles. Park entrance is on the left. From the east/(Providence, RI area): Take Route 44 west. Continue on Route 44 for 1.0 miles after crossing Connecticut State Line, to Town Farm Road in East Putnam. Right onto Town Farm Road and proceed north for 2.7 miles. Park entrance is on the left. From the north/(Worcester, MA area): I-290 south to I-395 south, Exit 99. Left at the end of the ramp onto Quaddick Road and proceed south for 3.2 miles to Town Farm Road . Left onto Town Farm Road and proceed north for 1.4 miles. Park entrance is on the left. From the south/(Norwich area): I-395 north, Exit 97. Right at the end of the ramp onto Route 44 east and proceed for 3.3 miles to Town Farm Road in East Putnam. Left onto Town Farm Road and proceed north for 2.7 miles. Park entrance is on the left. Map provided courtesy of our friends at MapQuest. (Location of the ramp and the AOMCI gathering area are approximate.)
THE MEET HOST HAS ASKED THAT PEOPLE NOT ARRIVE BEFORE 8:30AM The Safe Running of Boats & Motors All boats used at a Yankee Chapter AOMCI wet meets must be legally registered, insured and have all safety equipment as required by law. Since safety is a concern for all recreational boaters, the wearing of life jackets is recommended for all individuals and is required by law in many states for children 12 years of age and under. Laws may also require children 12 and under to wear life jackets on docks and other areas. When boating, please act responsibly and obey all rules of the road and local laws regarding speed and noise limitations. Please be sure that all equipment is operated in a safe and respectful manner. The consumption of alcoholic beverages at Yankee AOMCI functions is strictly prohibited. You must be an AOMCI member in good standing or be the guest of a current member to participate in Yankee Chapter meets. Back to the Yankee Chapter Meet Schedule
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