Upcoming events.


12th (semi) Annual Millers River Challenge (Copy)
Aug
31

12th (semi) Annual Millers River Challenge (Copy)

A youth and family-friendly canoe, kayak and SUP race featuring the High School Cup & youth races. Part of the 2024 NECKRA points series.

This race is a project of the Orange Lions Club. Proceeds from this race will support the Orange Firemen's Relief Association, The Northfield Dive Team, and the Orange Lions Club.

The pro races begin at 11am. Youth races start at 1pm.

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Moonlit River Paint Class
Aug
22

Moonlit River Paint Class

Moonlit River Paint Class!

Gather your friends and join us at the boathouse during the week of the full moon to paint a moonscape of our own. Tickets are $30 and include materials and instruction.

Sign up by emailing: tinalt92@gmail.com with the subject line “Moon River Paint Night”

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck Moon)
Jul
21

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck Moon)
Jul
20

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Orange (Solstice) RiverFest
Jun
22

Orange (Solstice) RiverFest

Come welcome Summer in The Friendly Town! Illuminated Parade of Boats, Floating Firepits on the River, Great Local Food and Music, Vendors, Childrens Activities, Fire Spinners, and more!

Just an hour and a half drive from Boston and Hartford and about an hour from Keene/Brattleboro, Springfield, and Worcester. Stay for more than a day at one of our great local campgrounds or Bed and Breakfasts!

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Strawberry Moon)
Jun
21

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Strawberry Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Strawberry Moon)
Jun
20

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Strawberry Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Flower Moon)
May
25

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Flower Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Flower Moon)
May
24

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Flower Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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The River Rat Race
Apr
13

The River Rat Race

The Athol Lions Club will be sponsoring the 59th running of the Annual Athol to Orange River Rat Canoe Race on Saturday, April 13th.

The Athol Lions sign up headquarters will be at Else Where 1285 Main Street, Athol.

Information/details will be posted on the Athol Orange River Rat Race (Official) Page.

www.riverratrace.com

The Friday, April 12th Post Position drawing will be at the Athol Town Hall.

This is not a Billy Goat Boats event.

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Tully Lake / Long Pond Tour
Aug
19

Tully Lake / Long Pond Tour

We will meet at the Tully Lake boat ramp at 10am and launch from there.

We will then paddle as a group across Tully Lake and up the Tully River to Long Pond. After enjoying the views from Long Pond we will paddle back to the lake where we will enjoy lunch from the White Cloud Diner and desert from the Corner Cafe.

After lunch paddlers will have a bit of free time to explore on their own before they return to the boatramp.

cost:

Solo Kayaks $90

Tandem Kayaks $130

Join us in your boat $40

To register please submit a reservation request form on our website or send us an email at billygoatboats@gmail.com

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Tully Lake / Long Pond Tour
Aug
5

Tully Lake / Long Pond Tour

We will meet at the Tully Lake boat ramp at 10am and launch from there.

We will then paddle as a group across Tully Lake and up the Tully River to Long Pond. After enjoying the views from Long Pond we will paddle back to the lake where we will enjoy lunch from the White Cloud Diner and desert from the Corner Cafe.

After lunch paddlers will have a bit of free time to explore on their own before they return to the boatramp.

cost:

Solo Kayaks $90

Tandem Kayaks $130

Join us in your boat $40

To register please submit a reservation request form on our website or send us an email at billygoatboats@gmail.com

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse
Aug
1

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse
Jul
3

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Orange (Solstice) RiverFest
Jun
24

Orange (Solstice) RiverFest

Come welcome Summer in The Friendly Town! Illuminated Parade of Boats, Floating Firepits on the River, Great Local Food and Music, Vendors, Childrens Activities, Fire Spinners, and more!

Just an hour and a half drive from Boston and Hartford and about an hour from Keene/Brattleboro, Springfield, and Worcester. Stay for more than a day at one of our great local campgrounds or Bed and Breakfasts!

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The River Rat Race
Apr
8

The River Rat Race

The Athol Lions Club will be sponsoring the 58th running of the Annual Athol to Orange River Rat Canoe Race on Saturday, April 8th.

The Athol Lions sign up headquarters will be at Else Where 1285 Main Street, Athol.

Information/details will be posted on the Athol Orange River Rat Race (Official) Page.

www.riverratrace.com

The Friday, April 8th Post Position drawing will be at the Athol Town Hall.

This is not a Billy Goat Boats event.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Full Corn Moon)
Sep
11

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Full Corn Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Full Corn Moon)
Sep
10

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Full Corn Moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Full corn moon)
Sep
9

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Full corn moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Sturgeon moon) (Copy)
Aug
13

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Sturgeon moon) (Copy)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Sturgeon moon)
Aug
11

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Sturgeon moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck moon)
Jul
14

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck moon)
Jul
13

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Buck moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Flower moon)
May
15

Moonlight Paddling at the Orange Community Boathouse (Flower moon)

We offer moonlight paddling many times throughout the paddling season. For these events we mark most of the potential water hazards with LED lights or glow sticks and put a few extra staff on the water. We're the first ones on the water and the last ones off.

Once you've gone a little bit upstream and your eyes adjust there is very little need for lights and we believe you will find it to be an amazing experience.

From time to time we have live music and food vendors. There's also the possibility of weather issues. We always will try to keep you posted through our Facebook page.

These events are always well attended and reservations are highly recommend. If boats are available for walk in paddlers there will be a minimum rental of two hours. All moonlight paddling events will be charged at weekend rates.

All paddlers in our boats will be expected to attach glowsticks to their boats, bring a working flashlight and wear PFDs at all times.

Paddlers who wish to bring their own boats are always welcome to join us free of charge. We just ask you to properly mark your boat with glow sticks or lights and carry a working flashlight.

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