Progressive Boat School’s- On-water Boating Classes
Learn by doing. Take the helm under the instruction of USCG Licensed Captains to gain more confidence on the water.
Skills covered include boat handling, docking, knots, basic navigation, and weather awareness.
Basic Boat Operator, Women at the Wheel and Junior Captains (ages 11-15) classes available.
Mohegan Sun SandBar
Grab a drink, enjoy live music and take in the beautiful views of Norwalk Harbor.
Space A12
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Discover Boating Lighthouse Boat Tour
Enjoy a boat ride out to historic Green’s Ledge Lighthouse and learn about the role of the lighthouse in Long Island Sound’s maritime heritage. Round trip lasts about one hour. Limited to 49 passengers. FREE for paid attendees. Presented by the Norwalk Seaport Association.
Daily Schedule*: 11am, 1pm, 3pm
*weather permitting
Space Dock A, T head
FREE Power Boat Rides
Relax and enjoy a free power boat ride on the Long Island Sound*, compliments of Freedom Boat Club. Register at Try It Cove.
Daily Schedule*: Thurs-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Space Dock C
*weather permitting
Try It Cove—Paddle Sport
Get out on the water and experience the fun of paddle sports. We supply everything you need to take a test ride—no experience needed. Courtesy of New England Dive. Register at Try It Cove. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Daily Schedule*: Thurs-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Space Dock C
Fred’s Shed How-to Center—presented by Progressive®
Tips, tricks, and DIY advice for every boater—from first-timers to experienced captains. Have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it.
CLICK HERE to view Seminar Topics and Schedule
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Live Music—Pete’s One Mann Band
Experience the best one-man “5-piece band” on the East Coast—Pete Mann plays hits from ABBA to Zeppelin.
Sand Bar—Space A12
Water Club Lounge
A tented oasis of refreshment where you can relax with a cool beverage and enjoy the water.
Space T Head of Dock B
Touch Tank
See and touch a variety of tidepool creatures native to Long Island Sound and learn about their roles in the ecosystem. Presented by the Brien McMahon’s Marine Science Academy.
Space A8
Kids' Boating
Boatloads of fun on the water for kids! Little ones can try paddle boating on a mini lake made just for them.
Schedule:
Thursday & Friday 2pm-6:30pm
Saturday 10am-6:30pm
Sunday 10am-4:30pm
Space A8
Build-A-Boat—Toy Boat Building
Little skippers will have boatloads of fun creating a one-of-a kind toy boat to take home as a show souvenir.
Schedule:
Thursday & Friday 2pm-6:30pm
Saturday 10am-6:30pm
Sunday 10am-4:30pm
Space A8
PAWS Pet Watering Station
Stop by to let your furry friend refresh with a drink of water, courtesy of the Pet Animal Welfare Society, Inc. (PAWS). PAWS is a no-kill animal shelter that rescues and rehomes dogs and cats.
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CORNHOLE SHOOTOUT
Join us for our 3rd annual Cornhole Shootout Saturday at noon.