Wanderlust Ecotours

10/14/2026

Fall foliage season is here! Join an all inclusive kayak tour to explore the beauty of Connecticut.

What’s included? 12’ Wilderness Systems lingo sit inside kayak, paddle, life jacket, dry bags, cell phone pouches, tour guides, and kayaking instruction.

When and Where?
Saturday, October 17, 2pm: Cromwell on the Mattabesset River through a floodplain forest.

Sunday, October 25, 11am: Westbrook in the Messerschmidt Pond Wildlife Management Area.

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10/10/2026

Join Cromwell Recreation Department on an October leaf peeping paddle through a beautiful floodplain forest on the Mattabesset River in Cromwell.

When: Saturday, October 17 from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

What's Included: 12' Wilderness Systems sit inside kayaks, life jackets, dry bags, cell phone pouches, custom field guides, kayaking instruction, and naturalist guides

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10/09/2026

Join us on an all-inclusive guided kayaking tour to enjoy our fall foliage from the water. What's included: 12' Wilderness Systems Pungo kayak, paddle, life jacket, dry bag, cell phone pouch and kayaking instruction.

To register for a group tour:
October 17: https://www.wanderlustecotours.com/event-details/leaf-peeping-paddle-4
October 25: https://www.wanderlustecotours.com/event-details/leaf-peeping-paddle-5

Or join your neighbors on a town-wide paddle:
Hebron Senior Center: Register directly by calling 860-228-1700
Wallingford Parks and Rec: https://wallingfordct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx
Cromwell Parks and Rec: https://cromwellct.myrec.com/info/default.aspx

Explore Connecticut’s diverse ecosystems with Wanderlust Ecotours. All equipment is provided, and no experience is needed. Our guided kayaking tours are timed with tides, moon phases, and sunsets to showcase calm waters, lush landscapes, and local wildlife. Perfect for solo adventurers, couples, a...

10/05/2026

Join Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department on an October leaf peeping paddle through a beautiful floodplain forest on the Mattabesset River in Cromwell.

When: Sunday, October 18 from 2 pm - 4:30 pm

What's Included: 12' Wilderness Systems sit inside kayaks, life jackets, dry bags, cell phone pouches, custom field guides, kayaking instruction, and naturalist guides

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10/04/2026

10/01/2026

Autumn is here and the leaves are starting to change. Come join us for tours on the Mattabesset River in Cromwell or Messerschmidt Pond in Westbrook.
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09/20/2026

Today's weather has got us thinking fall, but's not time to put the kayaks away yet. Join us for a leaf peeping tour coming up in October.

Experience the beauty of foliage in New England from the water with a beginner friendly outing. We provide instruction, boat, paddle, PFD, dry bag and a great time!

More information & Tickets:
https://www.wanderlustecotours.com/event-details/leaf-peeping-paddle-4

09/16/2026

Lights out for bird migration