Milton Independent – MAPPED: 6 places to rent kayaks, paddleboards in northwest Vermont

Posted by on Jul 6, 2021 in Uncategorized

July 6, 2021 | Carolina De Buy Wenniger

What better way to beat the summer heat than to spend it on the water?

Whether it be soaking up the views on Lake Champlain or happily paddling down a scenic river, here are 6 outfitters to meet your rental boat needs…..

Community Sailing Center

The Community Sailing Center right on Lake Champlain has sailboats, kayaks, canoes and paddleboards available for rent, but with limited availability according to their phased plan. This plan has three phases throughout the summer.

Phase 1 from June 19-July 9 only allows rentals from season pass holders with reservations required, available only on weekends.

Phase 2 from July 12-Aug. 1 also only allows season pass holders with reservations required, but they are open seven days a week from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Phase 3 from Aug. 2-Sept. 6 allows drop-in and pass rentals, open seven days a week 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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