Annual Witches Paddle and fundraiser for the Purple Pantry
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Calling all witches and wizards to come "Ride the Tide" in Witch's Style and paddle down the Housatonic River for the fifth 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.
*We will unload at the dockside dock, which is quite high, fine for paddleboards and sit on top kayaks, however some people like to end at the State boat ramp and dock just before Dockside for an easier unload if they have a sit inside kayak. Completely up to you. They are very close to each other. There is plenty of help getting out and unloading on the Dockside dock, no one has to do it alone.
**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.
***Everyone is responsible for figuring out your own carpool coordination. This is a ONE WAY PADDLE so we end in a different location than 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.
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.
https://twistedtikicruises.starboardsuite.com/e/public-tiki-cruise-1095/blt/2b1ba6
RENTALS AVAILABLE www.scootandpaddle.com
FREE TO BYO Boat
EVERYONE PLEASE SIGN UP EVEN BYO to receive updates
TIKI CRUISE FOR FEE
Please bring donations
10/24/2026
11:30-3:30
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.
*We will unload at the dockside dock, which is quite high, fine for paddleboards and sit on top kayaks, however some people like to end at the State boat ramp and dock just before Dockside for an easier unload if they have a sit inside kayak. Completely up to you. They are very close to each other. There is plenty of help getting out and unloading on the Dockside dock, no one has to do it alone.
**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.
***Everyone is responsible for figuring out your own carpool coordination. This is a ONE WAY PADDLE so we end in a different location than 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.
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.
https://twistedtikicruises.starboardsuite.com/e/public-tiki-cruise-1095/blt/2b1ba6
RENTALS AVAILABLE www.scootandpaddle.com
FREE TO BYO Boat
EVERYONE PLEASE SIGN UP EVEN BYO to receive updates
TIKI CRUISE FOR FEE
Please bring donations
10/24/2026
11:30-3:30
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Where is it happening?
Sunnyside School, 416 CT-110, Shelton, CT 06484-4524, United States
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