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SUMMARY:Full Moon trip on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Join us aboard RiverQuest and take a relaxing evening cruise on the lower Connecticut River. This will be a cruise to no where\, timed so that\, weather permitting\, we will see the full moon rise. Observe how beautiful the river is at twilight; see local wildlife and various points of interest. Bring your picnic basket dinner and favorite beverage. We will sail if it is cloudy because we always have a great time on the river! No one under 12 please. \nAdults: $40\nMuseum Members: $36 \nRiverQuest – \nBook online now!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/full-moon-trip-on-riverquest-or-onrust-2024-07-05/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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SUMMARY:Full Moon trip on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Join us aboard RiverQuest and take a relaxing evening cruise on the lower Connecticut River. This will be a cruise to no where\, timed so that\, weather permitting\, we will see the full moon rise. Observe how beautiful the river is at twilight; see local wildlife and various points of interest. Bring your picnic basket dinner and favorite beverage. We will sail if it is cloudy because we always have a great time on the river! No one under 12 please. \nAdults: $40\nMuseum Members: $36 \nRiverQuest – \nBook online now!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/full-moon-trip-on-riverquest-or-onrust/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
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SUMMARY:RiverQuest Kid's Cruise
DESCRIPTION:On select Saturday mornings  9:00am\, we offer a special cruise\, designed for young children and their parents\, grandparents\, etc.\, aboard RiverQuest. On this cruise\, we will show young children how to use binoculars\, teach them about the birds we see\, nautical terms\, river ecology and other points of interest including. This is a fun cruise to introduce young children to the fragile beauty of the Connecticut River and the unique area we live in. And\, it allows kids to be kids! \nAll kids ages 2 to 12 ticket price will be only $10\, ages 12 to 100 only $20.  Online booking only. \n9:00 – 10:00am \nJune 15\nJuly 13\nAugust 10 \n\nBook online now!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/riverquest-kids-cruise-2/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T153000
DTSTAMP:20240418T182221Z
CREATED:20240418T181842Z
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Cruises
DESCRIPTION:Spend some quality time with Mom! \nOn this special day\, MOM IS HALF PRICE! \nOn these cruises you can share the nature and history of the lower Connecticut River and see the beautiful Spring Foliage with your family!\nLet Mom have a relaxing morning\, maybe breakfast in bed\, a light brunch\, then come aboard for an intimate cruise with family and friends. \nRIVERQUEST – 1 HOUR TRIP – 10:00am & 12:00pm\nMOM: $10 (when accompanied by a child or adult with a purchased spot)\nAdult: $20\nChild under 12: $15 \nONRUST – 90 MINUTE TRIP – 2:00pm\nMOM: $15 (when accompanied by a child or adult with a purchased spot)\nAdult: $30\nChild under 12: $20 \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/mothers-day-cruises/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T193000
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SUMMARY:RiverQuest Spring Foliage Sunset Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Take a relaxing 2 hour cruise to enjoy the Spring Foliage and evening views on the lower Connecticut River. We will see the pastel hues of the spring foliage and the beauty of the river at daytime or twilight. See local wildlife and various points of interest along our journey. Bring your picnic basket and favorite beverage. \nAges 12+ \nNon-Members – $40 \nMuseum Members – $36 \n\nBook online now!
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/riverquest-spring-foliage-sunset-cruise/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T163000
DTSTAMP:20240312T145307Z
CREATED:20240312T144732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T145307Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Cruise
DESCRIPTION:RiverQuest River Cruise\nEarth Day Cruise\nSaturday\, April 20\n3:00 to 4:30pm \n  \n$20: Members \n$25: Non-members \nRESERVE YOUR SPACE\nA special 90-minute cruise in celebration of Earth Day \nJoin us on a special cruise featuring former Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection fisheries biologist\, Steve Gephard. For 46 years\, Steve worked tirelessly to restore a viable population of Atlantic salmon in the Connecticut River. Now\, he educates children in schools about the role fish play in the ecosystem and works with European governments to conserve salmon populations in the North Atlantic. \nThis cruise will be a deep dive into the fascinating world beneath the surface of the Connecticut River\, with a focus on the fish that call it home and the role they play in the ecosystem. Steve’s extensive knowledge of the River and experience working with environmental organizations will make for an exciting and enriching experience on the water\, and a prime opportunity to reflect on our relationship with the Earth. \n  \nImage Credit: Cloe Poisson
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/earth-day-cruise/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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SUMMARY:RiverQuest Osprey/Eagle Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 20\nSunday\, April 21\nWednesday\, April 24\nSaturday\, April 27\nSunday\, April 28 \nRiverQuest departs from the Connecticut River Museum for early spring cruises. Ticket holders enjoy the river and its wildlife from the water\, as well as the museum and special Exhibits. \nExperience the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River during this wonderful time of year. With fewer vessels on the water\, and the trees and wildlife starting to show their spring colors\, it is different than any other time of the year. \nPass by bald eagle nesting territories\, where there should be eagles nearby. Most of the osprey have returned from their wintering grounds and will either be nesting or very busy with their “nestorations”! Nests are in trees along the river and on the navigation day markers. We tell you about the local wildlife and some interesting details that we see along the way! \nNaturalists on board narrate and make sure you don’t miss a thing! We depart from the Steamboat dock at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. \n(Due to the length of this cruise no children under 10) \nBOOK ONLINE
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/riverquest-osprey-eagle-cruise/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T163000
DTSTAMP:20240302T175618Z
CREATED:20240302T175150Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut River Partial Eclipse Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Take in the partial solar eclipse on the Connecticut River on a 2-hour cruise from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. View this rare event from the open decks of RiverQuest as we cruise along the lower Connecticut River. We will provide protective eyewear. Bring along snacks and drinks and celebrate this solar event. \nPhoto: Cloe Poisson – Hartford Courant \nBOOK ONLINE
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/connecticut-river-partial-eclipse-cruise/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231009T120000
DTSTAMP:20230926T144247Z
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SUMMARY:River Cruise to the Lighthouses in Old Saybrook
DESCRIPTION:River Cruise to the Lighthouses in Old Saybrook\, 10:00am to 12:00pm. Join us aboard RiverQuest for a special fall cruise. We’ll depart from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise south down the Connecticut River to view the Inner and Outer Lighthouses by water. Observe the beautiful\, pristine river and keep an eye out for wildlife as we pass the town of Essex\, ultimately reaching Old Saybrook and Old Lyme at the river mouth on Long Island Sound. We will tell you about the history and the ecology of the River and point out areas of interest and wildlife we may see. Bring your picnic basket if you’d like. \nNOTE:\nFor those taking this cruise who are USLHS Lighthouse Passport Stamp collectors\, stamps will be available for Lynde Point and Saybrook Breakwater Lighthouses on the boat or after the cruise. These two lighthouses are finally represented by USLHS stamps as of March 27\, 2020. A minimum donation to USLHS of $1 per stamped item is requested. All donations will be matched and sent to USLHS to support their lighthouse education and preservation programs. Want to start collecting stamps? See more about the passport program at https://uslhs.org/fun/passport-club \nBook Now
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/river-cruise-to-the-lighthouses-in-old-saybrook/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T143000
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SUMMARY:Selden Island Hike
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut River Museum and Connecticut Audubon EcoTravel have teamed up to offer this unique experience. We will be departing on the vessel RiverQuest at 8:00am to go to Selden Neck State Park. There will be 3 guided hikes of your choosing. Pack a lunch in your day pack to enjoy on the island. We will return to the Museum around 2:30. \nSELDEN PLANT HIKE:\nLearn about Nature Journaling.  Selden Neck State Park\, bordered to the east by Selden Creek and by the Connecticut River to the west\, is a 607-acre island roughly a half-mile wide and one-and-a-half miles long. The island is completely blanketed with lush woodland vegetation\, except for the tidal marshes. Join a CRM educator to hike and explore the plant life that inhabits the island. \nBIRDING SELDEN ISLAND\nExplore the trails of Selden Island in search of breeding birds tending their nests. This large\, but little explored island is home to breeding warblers\, vireos\, thrushes\, and more. From the wooded hills\, look out into the tidal marshes and listen for rails\, Marsh Wren\, Swamp Sparrow\, and other secretive birds. If we’re lucky\, we may get some glimpses of Bald Eagles that breed in the area. \nSELDEN ISLAND HIKE\nHike to the top of the lookout\, exploring the historical sites of the island with views of the Connecticut River and Selden Creek. Look for ruins of the old farm buildings after exploring the abandoned quarry. In the late 1800s\, stone from the quarry was used as pavers across New York City. \nPhysical fitness is required\, as trail conditions may be variable and in some places could be steep. Sturdy footwear and a water bottle are a must. \n$75 Members \n$85 Non-Members \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/selden-island-hike/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230602
DTSTAMP:20230502T183930Z
CREATED:20230502T135629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T183930Z
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SUMMARY:CRM CARES - A Place Called Hope
DESCRIPTION:May is CRM CARES month.  This year we are supporting A Place Called Hope Raptor Rehabilitation and Education Center for Birds of Prey.  A Place Called Hope is a 501 c 3 non profit organization run entirely by volunteers along with donations of time\, supplies and money from supporters.  Their goal is to heal injured\, orphaned\, or ill birds and return them to the wild.  They also provide raptor education with resident birds to enhance the pubic knowledge of these amazing creatures. \n“Watch what we can do together” \nWe will also have a discounted cruise on RiverQuest on May 31st\, 11:30-1:00 with a donation.  BOOK NOW! \nIn the museum lobby we have a donation bin.  Feel free to stop by any time and contribute to their efforts.  Below it their current wish list: \nAPCH 2023 WISHLIST\nPAPER TOWELS\nWEE WEE PADS\nGARBAGE BAGS\nFREEZER BAGS\nBLEACH\nBLEACH CLEANSERS\nVINEGAR CLEANSERS\nSIMPLE GREEN\nPOOP OFF (BIRD CAGE CLEANER)\nLAUNDRY DETERGENT\nCHUCK PADS\nSTAMPS\nCOPY PAPER\nSTAPLES GIFT CARD\nLOWES GIFT CARD\nSMITHLAND GIFT CARD\nRODENTPRO GIFT CARD\nTRACTOR SUPPLY GIFT CARD\nCONCRETE MIXING TUBS (FOR WATER) \nMEDICAL SUPPLIES- VET WRAP\, GAUZE\, TAPE\, MELOXICAM\, \nSOFT SIDED ZIPPER CARRIERS SM/MED \nEXTENSION NETS\nSCALEX BIRD MITE SPRAY\nHAND/FOOT WARMERS\nFIREPLACE GLOVES
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/crm-cares-a-place-called-hope/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T120000
DTSTAMP:20230119T204449Z
CREATED:20230119T203052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T204449Z
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SUMMARY:Osprey/Eagle Cruise on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 23\, 2023\n10:00 am \nPassenger (Ages 10+): $45 \n2 Hour Cruise \nRESERVE YOUR SPACE \nRiverQuest departs from its permanent home at the Connecticut River Museum for early spring cruises. Ticket holders enjoy the river and its wildlife from the water\, as well as the museum and special Exhibits. \nExperience the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River during this wonderful time of year. With fewer vessels on the water\, and the trees and wildlife starting to show their spring colors\, it is different than any other time of the year. \nPass by bald eagle nesting territories\, where there should be eagles nearby. Most of the osprey have returned from their wintering grounds and will either be nesting or very busy with their “nestorations”! Nests are in trees along the river and on the navigation day markers. We tell you about the local wildlife and some interesting details that we see along the way! \nNaturalists on board narrate and make sure you don’t miss a thing! We depart from the Steamboat dock at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. \nCancellation Notes:\nCustomers receive a full refund or credit with cancellation notice at least 48 hours before departure time. Cancellations must be done by email (crm@ctrivermuseum.org) or by phone 860-767-8269. Customers also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to inquire about a credit for re-booking. No-shows will be charged the full price. \nPhoto Courtesy: Chris Graham Photography
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/osprey-eagle-cruise-on-riverquest-3/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T160000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Cruise With Brian Hess on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 22\, 2023\n2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nAll Ages: $20 \n2 Hour Cruise \nRESERVE YOUR SPACE \nA special 90-minute cruise in celebration of Earth Day; $20 for all ages \nBrian Hess\, a wildlife biologist with the DEEP Wildlife Division\, will be aboard. Originally from southeastern Pennsylvania\, he has worked with a wide range of birds including ducks\, condors\, and prairie-chickens. Hess has worked for the agency’s Wildlife Diversity Program since 2014. \nLearn about the health of the Connecticut River. Due to the Clean Water Act of 1972\, other regulations put in place\, and the many organizations that work hard\, we can all enjoy clean water\, air\, and life! \nCancellation Notes:\nCustomers receive a full refund or credit with cancellation notice at least 48 hours before departure time. Cancellations must be done by email (crm@ctrivermuseum.org) or by phone 860-767-8269. Customers also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to inquire about a credit for re-booking. No-shows will be charged the full price.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/earth-day-cruise-with-brian-hess-on-riverquest/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T120000
DTSTAMP:20230119T202823Z
CREATED:20230119T202823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T202823Z
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SUMMARY:Osprey/Eagle Cruise on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 16\, 2023\n10:00 am \nPassenger (Ages 10+): $45 \n2 Hour Cruise \nRESERVE YOUR SPACE \nRiverQuest departs from its permanent home at the Connecticut River Museum for early spring cruises. Ticket holders enjoy the river and its wildlife from the water\, as well as the museum and special Exhibits. \nExperience the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River during this wonderful time of year. With fewer vessels on the water\, and the trees and wildlife starting to show their spring colors\, it is different than any other time of the year. \nPass by bald eagle nesting territories\, where there should be eagles nearby. Most of the osprey have returned from their wintering grounds and will either be nesting or very busy with their “nestorations”! Nests are in trees along the river and on the navigation day markers. We tell you about the local wildlife and some interesting details that we see along the way! \nNaturalists on board narrate and make sure you don’t miss a thing! We depart from the Steamboat dock at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. \nCancellation Notes:\nCustomers receive a full refund or credit with cancellation notice at least 48 hours before departure time. Cancellations must be done by email (crm@ctrivermuseum.org) or by phone 860-767-8269. Customers also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to inquire about a credit for re-booking. No-shows will be charged the full price. \nPhoto Courtesy: Chris Graham Photography
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/osprey-eagle-cruise-on-riverquest-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20230119T202913Z
CREATED:20230119T201636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T202913Z
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SUMMARY:Osprey/Eagle Cruise on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 15\, 2023\n10:00 am \nPassenger (Ages 10+): $45 \n2 Hour Cruise \nRESERVE YOUR SPACE \nRiverQuest departs from its permanent home at the Connecticut River Museum for early spring cruises. Ticket holders enjoy the river and its wildlife from the water\, as well as the museum and special Exhibits. \nExperience the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River during this wonderful time of year. With fewer vessels on the water\, and the trees and wildlife starting to show their spring colors\, it is different than any other time of the year. \nPass by bald eagle nesting territories\, where there should be eagles nearby. Most of the osprey have returned from their wintering grounds and will either be nesting or very busy with their “nestorations”! Nests are in trees along the river and on the navigation day markers. We tell you about the local wildlife and some interesting details that we see along the way! \nNaturalists on board narrate and make sure you don’t miss a thing! We depart from the Steamboat dock at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. \nCancellation Notes:\nCustomers receive a full refund or credit with cancellation notice at least 48 hours before departure time. Cancellations must be done by email (crm@ctrivermuseum.org) or by phone 860-767-8269. Customers also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to inquire about a credit for re-booking. No-shows will be charged the full price. \nPhoto Courtesy: Chris Graham Photography
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/osprey-eagle-cruise-on-riverquest/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T123000
DTSTAMP:20221003T150648Z
CREATED:20220914T201025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T150648Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Fun Kids' Cruises
DESCRIPTION:RiverQuest Halloween Fun Kids’ Cruises\nSaturday\, October 29\n10:00 am to 11:00 am AND 11:30 am – 12:30 pm \n$20.00 per Adult\n$15.00 per Child \nJoin us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for Halloween fun! \nEvery child that shows up in costume receives a goody bag. Cider and donuts served. \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/halloween-fun-kids-cruise/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221023T173000
DTSTAMP:20220914T195705Z
CREATED:20220914T195705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T195705Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset Foliage Cruise
DESCRIPTION:RiverQuest Sunset Foliage Cruise\nSunday\, October 23\n3:30 pm to 5:30 pm \n$36.00 Members\n$40.00 Non-Members \nJoin us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise on the Connecticut River. Enjoy the vibrant colors of the River in autumn in the Connecticut River Valley. \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/sunset-foliage-cruise/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221010T120000
DTSTAMP:20220914T195747Z
CREATED:20220914T194153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T195747Z
UID:5793-1665396000-1665403200@ctrivermuseum.org
SUMMARY:Lighthouse Cruise to Old Saybrook
DESCRIPTION:RiverQuest River Cruise\nLighthouses in Old Saybrook\nMonday\, October 10\n10:00 am to 12:00pm \n$45.00 All guests \nJoin us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise down the Connecticut River to view the Inner and Outer Lighthouses by water. Observe the beautiful\, pristine river “One of the Last Great Places”\, as we cruise by the town of Essex\, ultimately reaching Old Saybrook and Old Lyme at the river mouth on Long Island Sound. We tell you about the history and ecology of the river as well as point out areas of interest and wildlife we may see. \nBring your picnic basket if you’d like. \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT \nNOTE: \nFor those taking this cruise who are USLHS Lighthouse Passport Stamp collectors\, stamps will be available for Lynde Point and Saybrook Breakwater Lighthouses on the boat or after the cruise. These two lighthouses are finally represented by USLHS stamps as of March 27\, 2020. A minimum donation to USLHS of $1 per stamped item is requested. All donations will be matched and sent to USLHS to support their lighthouse education and preservation programs. \nWant to start collecting stamps? See more about the passport program at https://uslhs.org/fun/passport-club
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/lighthouse-cruise-to-old-saybrook/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220821T180000
DTSTAMP:20220809T164119Z
CREATED:20220512T191054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T164119Z
UID:5450-1661097600-1661104800@ctrivermuseum.org
SUMMARY:CRM Concerts Underway: Live Music on the River: John Spignesi
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 21\, 2022\n4:00 – 6:00 pm \n$50 Members\n$55 Non-Members \nLIVE MUSIC ON THE RIVER \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT \nWe’ve been lucky enough to have JSB on our lawn for Thursdays on the Dock. Now we are so excited to offer for your listening pleasure\, a two-hour JSB show aboard the RiverQuest. This is really one show that you do not want to miss! \nNew Haven based quartet “JSB” (shortened for The John Spignesi Band) is a group you don’t want to sleep on. Led by guitarist/frontman\, John “Spigs” Spignesi\, this band has been steadily making a name for themselves in the East Coast jam scene since their formation in January 2015. \n“What’s on the setlist tonight?” many fans tend to ask. The answer is you\, the audience\, and the vibe at the venue. Together we can guide the journey and the energy of the show. It’s about that shared experience. JSB has never used setlists\, often sculpting shows on the fly\, with rockers\, ballads\, & sing-a-longs. A truly diverse musical ensemble who doesn’t believe limiting themselves to genres\, JSB performs a wide variety of original tunes while adding in covers that they truly make their own. \nImage Courtesy: John Spignesi \n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/crm-concerts-underway-live-music-on-the-river-john-spignesi/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T173000
DTSTAMP:20220512T184920Z
CREATED:20220512T184920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220512T184920Z
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SUMMARY:CRM Lectures Underway: Johan C. Varekamp
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 7\, 2022\n4:00 – 5:30 pm \n$40 Members\n$45 Non-Members \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT \nJohan Varekamp\, professor emeritus\, Wesleyan University\nThe life and times of Adriaen Block \nJoin Johan Varekamp aboard the Onrust while he talks about the four voyages of Block and his friends from Holland to the Americas\,\ntheir adventures\, goals\, and the role they played in the establishment of the New Netherlands colony. \nJohan “Joop” Varekamp\, East Haddam CT \nDr. Johan C. Varekamp is the Harold T. Stearns Professor of Earth Science emeritus and the current mineralogy curator of the Joe Webb Peoples Museum of Natural History at Wesleyan University\, Middletown CT. He served as resident director of the Wesleyan Program in Bologna\, Italy\, and spent sabbaticals at Cambridge and Bristol University\, UK\, Pisa\, Italy and Kyoto\, Japan. He authored ~80 publications on environmental geochemistry and volcanology\, including two chapters dealing with mercury pollution and water quality in the Long Island Sound (LIS) monograph\, ‘The Urban Sea’. He is past president of the ‘Limnogeology Division’ and the ‘Geology and Public Policy Committee’ of the Geological Society of America\, and served for decades on the EPA-STAC for LIS. He served on the Board of Directors of the CT Agricultural Research Station\, and on the Science Advisory Board of the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk\, CT. He is a past Board Chair of Save the Sound\, and recently joined the Education Committee of the Connecticut River Museum in Essex\, CT.  He has provided outreach to civic and religious groups on climate change\, sea level rise\, and mercury pollution. Since his recent retirement\, he resides with his wife Dr. Ellen Thomas\, a paleoclimatologist at Yale University\, near the Connecticut River.  They walk their giant Estrela dog at the Gillette Castle grounds\, work on their ancient home and older British sports car\, and Joop tries to revamp his classic guitar skills of many years past.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/crm-lectures-underway-johan-c-varekamp/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T193000
DTSTAMP:20220623T235819Z
CREATED:20220510T190132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T235819Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Jazzy Juneteenth River Cruise
DESCRIPTION:THIS CRUISE IS SOLD OUT! \nSaturday\, June 25\n5:30 – 7:30 pm\n$70 Members\n$75 Non-Members \nCome along for a Jazz Dinner Cruise aboard the RiverQuest. Price includes food and one complementary drink. Vocals by  Michael Dunham. Food by Berkins on Main and Brown Butter. \nCash Bar\nLive Music\nComfortably Festive Attire \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/jazzy-juneteenth-river-cruise/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T163000
DTSTAMP:20220422T175242Z
CREATED:20220413T193622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T175242Z
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SUMMARY:Onrust Mother's Day River Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 8\, 2022\n3:00 – 4:30 pm \n  \nAboard Onrust at Connecticut River Museum Docks\nMother’s Day River Cruise  \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT \n$20 RiverQuest Child under 12\n$15 RiverQuest Mom\n$30 RiverQuest Adult\nPrices for Sunday\, May 8th 2022 3:00 pm cruise only  \nQuality time with Mom! On this special day\, MOM IS HALF PRICE! \nNOTE: For half price\, a Mom must be accompanied with at least one child or adult of any age with a purchased spot. \nLearn about the nature and history of the lower Connecticut River; see the beautiful Spring Foliage on this 90 minute cruise. \nCome aboard for a cruise with family and friends.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/onrust-mothers-day-river-cruise/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220508T133000
DTSTAMP:20220422T175157Z
CREATED:20220413T192902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T175157Z
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SUMMARY:RiverQuest Mother's Day River Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 8\, 2022\n12:00 – 1:30 pm \n  \nAboard RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum Docks\nMother’s Day River Cruise  \nRESERVE YOUR SEAT \n$20 RiverQuest Child under 12\n$15 RiverQuest Mom\n$30 RiverQuest Adult\nPrices for Sunday\, May 8th 2022 12:00 pm cruise only  \nQuality time with Mom! On this special day\, MOM IS HALF PRICE! \nNOTE: For half price\, a Mom must be accompanied with at least one child or adult of any age with a purchased spot. \nLearn about the nature and history of the lower Connecticut River; see the beautiful Spring Foliage on this 90 minute cruise. \nCome aboard for a cruise with family and friends.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/mothers-day-river-cruise-celebration/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRM":MAILTO:marketing@ctrivermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T130000
DTSTAMP:20220505T154130Z
CREATED:20220421T193211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T154130Z
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SUMMARY:RiverQuest - Support the Valley Shore Animal Welfare League
DESCRIPTION:Date Change Due to High Winds! Now Friday\, May 6 at 11:30. \nFriday\, April 29\n11:30 am\n90 minute tour\n$30 per person OR bring dog or cat food items and pay $20 per person \nBook Now! \nOn April 29th\, join us as we support the Valley Shore Animal Welfare League!   Enjoy a discounted rate with a donation of cat and/or dog supplies and food. \nThis 90 minute tour will be $30/pp or if you bring dog or cat food items your booking is $20/pp. \nCome with us on the lower Connecticut River and experience an area that has been labeled by The Nature Conservancy as “One of the Last Great Places”. Search for birds and wildlife. Learn the history and geology of the area\, relax and enjoy the beauty of the Connecticut River.
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/riverquest-community-support-special-april-29/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T120000
DTSTAMP:20220414T182404Z
CREATED:20220413T195234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T182404Z
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SUMMARY:Osprey/Eagle Cruise on RiverQuest
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 23rd 2022\n12:30 pm \nPassenger (Ages 10+): $45 \n2 Hour Cruise \nRESERVE YOUR SPACE \nRiverQuest departs from her new home berth at the Connecticut River Museum for early Spring cruises! Individual ticket holders not only get to enjoy the river and its wildlife from the water\, but also the entire museum and our special Exhibits. \nSpring is in the air! Come and experience the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River during this wonderful time of year. It is so different than it is any other time of the year. There are few vessels on the water\, and the trees and wildlife are starting to show us their Spring colors. \nOn our leisurely journey\, we pass by Bald Eagle nesting territories\, where there should be eagles nearby. Most of our Ospreys have returned from their wintering grounds and will either be nesting or very busy with their “nestorations”! Nests will be in trees along the river and on the navigation day markers. We’ll tell you all about the local wildlife we will see along with lots of other interesting stuff! Enjoy our beautiful river! \nNaturalists on board narrate and make sure you don’t miss a thing! We depart from Steamboat dock at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. \nCancellation Notes:\nCustomers will receive a full refund or credit with notice at least 48 hours before departure time. Cancellations must be done by email (crm@ctrivermuseum.org) or by phone 860-767-8269. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to inquire about a credit for re-booking. No-shows will be charged the full price. \nPhoto Courtesy: Chris Graham Photography
URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/osprey-eagle-cruises-on-riverquest/
LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cruises,Public Programs
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