Community Corner

Grand Opening of Dedham Water Trail Happening This Weekend

The grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Dedham Water Trail will take place on Saturday with activities for the whole family.

The community is invited to attend the grand opening of the new Dedham Water Trail canoe & kayak launch on the Charles River on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

"The event will kick off with a ribbon cutting ceremony and will feature food and games provided by local Dedham businesses, guided nature walks, and face painting," Lindsay Margolis said.

The event will also feature river activities by L.L. Bean.  The store will include stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking and fly-fishing. The organizers are also encouraging Kayakers and canoers to enter in the first annual Dedham Water Trail Challenge and Trail Run which will alo take place on Saturday.

The event will take place at the Dolan Recreation Center, 269 Common St. in Dedham.

Waterproof Dedham Water Trail maps will also be available at launch sites, local shops and restaurants or for download at www.dedhamtrails.org/water-trails.  

 


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