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• RC Model Informal Racing Fall 2026

  • Start
    09/08/2026
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  • End
    11/24/2026
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

  Remote Control Model Boat Informal Racing Fall 2026

  
  

  Tuesday mornings from 10am till 12:30pm.

  
  

  We realize week day mornings are mostly just for retired folks, but if you feel like playing hooky from work or school, we will be out sailing, come join us!

  
  

  Sail Haven's “Remote Control (RC) Model Boat Racing Spring Series” is the perfect way for members to boost their sailing skills while enjoying some friendly competition. As you navigate around other boats and master the racecourse, you'll find your sailing becoming more instinctive. Whether you're teaming up or competing against friends, the thrill of the race is undeniable. 

   We’ll be sailing Dragon Flite 95s, also known as DF-95s . The are 95cm in size (37.5"). All are welcome to join in the fun, no racing experience required. All participants will be asked to help in the Race Committee Boat, again no experience required. Scores may or may not be recorded.  

  We have a good number of members private boats, and we have four Sail Haven Fleet boats. Most of our participants will be sharing their boats with fellow Sail Haven Members!

  No RSVP required to race - just show up. 

  
  

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• Adult Rowing (Yale Grad Crew/Elm City Rowing)

  • Start
    09/16/2026
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  • End
    10/30/2026
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  • Schedule
    20 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive

  The season runs roughly April through November, with actual start and end dates depending on the weather. We're on the water Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings at 6:15am. Saturday mornings at 7:00am, with a coach on the water working with rowers at every level.  Elm City Rowing is part of the New Haven Community Boathouse and we are dedicated to creating opportunities for New Haveners to enjoy rowing on the harbor. 

  
  

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• LEAP Intro to Sculling - Boys Tuesday Session

  • Start
    10/06/2026
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  • End
    11/10/2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
  • Spaces left
    20

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  LEAP Program: Introduction to Sculling with
  New Haven Community Boating

  This LEAP session offers a hands-on introduction to sculling, one of the opportunities New Haven Community Boating provides for New Haven Public High School students.

  What to Bring:

  • Water in a non-metal water bottle
  • Moisture-wicking/quick-dry athletic clothing (with layers for cooler days)
  • Sneakers

  Registration is required to participate - spots are limited, so sign up early!

  
  

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• LEAP Intro to Sculling - Boys Thursday Session

  • Start
    10/08/2026
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  • End
    11/12/2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
  • Spaces left
    16

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  LEAP Program: Introduction to Sculling with
  New Haven Community Boating

  This LEAP session offers a hands-on introduction to sculling, one of the opportunities New Haven Community Boating provides for New Haven Public High School students.

  What to Bring:

  • Water in a non-metal water bottle
  • Moisture-wicking/quick-dry athletic clothing (with layers for cooler days)
  • Sneakers

  Registration is required to participate - spots are limited, so sign up early!

  
  

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• Connecticut Dragons Recruitment Info Session

  • Start
    10/28/2026
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  • End
    01/05/2027
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Google Meet

  Come find out what Connecticut Dragons is all about, meet the coaches, paddlers, and how to join the win-est Connecticut dragon boat club in Connecticut!

  October 28 Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/dta-xjwk-vzr

  Or dial: ‪(US) +1 231-844-9712‬ PIN: ‪680 600 771‬#

  More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dta-xjwk-vzr?pin=3349118549228

  January 5 Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/snr-dqek-hvf

  Or dial: ‪(US) +1 413-279-4137‬ PIN: ‪835 755 764‬#

  More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/snr-dqek-hvf?pin=4476589365557

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• Meet Up/Gathering/Pot Luck October 29

  • When
    10/29/2026
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Armada Brewery, 190 River Street, New Haven, CT 06511

  
  

               

  

  
  

  Meet Up/Gathering/Pot Luck

  Thursday Evening, October 29, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 

  Armada Brewing Company, 190 River St, New Haven, CT

  Please RSVP Here by adding your name and dish to the spreadsheet

  Food and beverage: Pot Luck. Please bring a dish of your choosing! Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage, but there will be a cash bar so please leave alcoholic beverages at home. 

  Plus ones and family: The venue is child friendly, so feel free to bring +1s or family. 

  Parking: There is a parking lot and street parking available at Armada. If you would like, there is also a column on the spreadsheet for those who would like to self organize carpooling. 

  Please note that the venue unfortunately does not have an elevator. 

  Happy autumn!

  
  

  Armada Brewery, 190 River Street, New Haven.

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• CT Safe Boating Class

  • Start
    11/09/2026
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  • End
    11/11/2026
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (AKA Boating Certificate)  

  Successful completion of the class qualifies a person to purchase their Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) for $50 on the Sportsmen Licensing System. The CPWO allows an individual (see age restrictions below) to operate any recreational vessel including a personal watercraft. The class is 8 hours long in total. Students are required to attend all sessions. While there is no minimum age requirement to take the class, students must be able to attend the 8-hour class and take a closed book, proctored multiple choice test.  

   

  Age Restrictions  
  -No person under age 16, issued a Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) or a certificate approved by the Commissioner, may operate a personal watercraft without the onboard supervision of a person at least age 18 who has a CPWO.  
   
  -No person under the age of 16 may operate a vessel that is engaged in tubing or water-skiing. A child under the age of 16 may be permitted to operate a vessel, other than a personal watercraft, without obtaining a SBC or CPWO, if the youth is under the direct supervision of a person at least age 18 who has had a boating certificate for at least two years.  
   
  -A child under the age of 12 who has obtained an SBC or CPWO may not operate a vessel with greater than 10 horsepower, unless the youth is accompanied on board by a person at least age 18 who holds an SBC or CPWO.  

   

  The class is 8 hours long in total. Students are required to attend all sessions. While there is no minimum age requirement to take the class, students must be able to attend the 8-hour class and take a multiple-choice test. An exam grade of 80 or greater is required to earn a CPWO.  

   

  Connecticut Conservation ID Number  

  A Connecticut Conservation ID Number is a unique and permanent number that is assigned to you by the Connecticut Online Sportsmen Licensing System. You MUST provide your Conservation Id to register for this class. You cannot take the exam, purchase your certificate or re-print your certificate without it.  
   
  If you have a Connecticut Hunting or Fishing License, your Conservation ID Number will be the same ID number that was assigned with the hunting or fishing license.  
   
  If you have never been issued a Conservation ID Number, go to the Online Sportsmen Licensing System at https://ct.aspirafocus.com/internetsales to create one.  
   
  For instructions on how to obtain an ID visit: https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DEEP/Boating/Boating_Docs/How-to-Obtain-a-Conservation-ID-Number.pdf  

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• What's in the Harbor Seminar Series, November 21

  • When
    11/21/2026
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    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

    What is in the Harbor Seminar Series, hosted by Sail Haven, University of New Haven, Sound School, and the Milford NOAA Lab.

  Monthly discussions of what lives and happens in our Harbor, lead by professionals in their field. Fish, shellfish, algae (seaweeds), history, mammals, plankton, zooplankton, invertebrates,  ....

  • 10am - 11:00am Saturday, November 21st. 
  • At the Canal Dock Boathouse, New Haven. 
  • Featuring Chris Conroy, University of New Haven. Speaking about bottom environments of Long Island Sound.
  • In the UNH space in the Canal Dock Boathouse. Enter on the right side of the building. 

  
  

  Registration is Free, but not required: Register Here

  
  

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• Wreath Making - Connecticut Dragons Fundraiser

  • When
    12/05/2026
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    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven CT
  • Spaces left
    20

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  ✨ Make Your Own Fresh Holiday Wreath! ✨

  Fancy a gorgeous fresh wreath for the holiday season?

  Join Connecticut Dragons for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll create your very own festive masterpiece!

  What’s Included:

  All materials provided — wreath ring, fresh natural cuttings, wire, and cutters.

  (If you’d like to add a special touch like a bow or ornaments, bring your own!)

  Cost: $60 per wreath/Only 20 spots available. 

  Zelle:  connecticutdragons22@gmail.com

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• What's in the Harbor Seminar Series, December 5th

  • When
    12/05/2026
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    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

    What is in the Harbor Seminar Series, hosted by Sail Haven, University of New Haven, Sound School, and the Milford NOAA Lab.

  Monthly discussions of what lives and happens in our Harbor, lead by professionals in their field. Fish, shellfish, algae (seaweeds), history, mammals, plankton, zooplankton, invertebrates,  ....

  • 10am - 11:00am Saturday, Deccember 5th. 
  • At the Canal Dock Boathouse, New Haven. 
  • Featuring Nandan Shetty, University of New Haven. Speaking about how bioswales help protect New Haven Harbor's water.
  • In the UNH space in the Canal Dock Boathouse. Enter on the right side of the building. 

  
  

  Registration is Free, but not required: Register Here

  
  

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• Connecticut Dragons Winter Session

  • Start
    01/13/2027
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  • End
    04/21/2027
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  • Schedule
    15 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT

  Connecticut Dragons Winter Sessions - pErg & Circuit Training

  Wednesdays - 6pm to 7:30pm

  Sundays - 7am to 8:30am

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• Connecticut Dragons Winter Session

  • Start
    01/17/2027
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  • End
    04/18/2027
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT

  Connecticut Dragons Winter Sessions - pErg & Circuit Training

  Wednesdays - 6pm to 7:30pm

  Sundays - 7am to 8:30am

  
  

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• pErgatory Indoor Paddling Regatta

  • When
    02/20/2027
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    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT

  
  

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• Dragon Boat Festival Practices

  • Start
    07/28/2027
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  • End
    07/30/2027
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive

  
  

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• 10th New Haven Dragon Boat Festival

  • When
    07/31/2027
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    7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT

  
  

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