"Islands of Avery Point" Historic Boat Tour

Historical boat tours bring the Thames River to life with a passionate docent leading the way. Hop on and learn something new about this storied waterway or sit back and catch the breeze.

Guests of all ages are welcome on this excursion. Pack a cooler with your favorite beverages and snacks, grab your people and cruise!

The lands and waters surrounding the mouth of the Pequot or Thames River share a rich history. With the end of the last glacial period, this area has transformed into productive coastal estuary, we know as Long Island Sound, home to over 1,200 species of invertebrates, 170 species of fish, and 400 species of birds.

For thousands of years, it has also been home to humans, the site of communities, small and large, subsistence activities, and more recently, industrial and commercial developments. This tour will examine the natural and human history of Pine Island, Bushy Point and Bluff Point, part of the newly created CT National Estuarine Research Reserve in collaboration with CT Sea Grant.

Guest Guide - Syma Ebbin of CT Sea Grant

Questions: 860-407-5655

Historic Boat Tours occur Friday-Sunday. Save $5 when you purchase your tour tickets in advance.

This tour departs from Fort Trumbull State Park in New London, CT.

You may also like the following events from Thames River Heritage Park:

• This Sunday, 10th August, 12:15 pm, "The Gilded Age on the Thames" Historic Boat Tour in New London
• Next Sunday, 17th August, 12:00 pm, "Exploring Groton’s History" Historic Boat Tour in Groton
• This month, 23rd August, 02:45 pm, "Captivating Books and Stories" Historic Boat Tour in New London