Enjoy Farmington River Activities Safely!

Summer is upon us, and the temps are rising!

The Farmington River is going to be a popular place again this year for boating/kayaking, fishing, tubing, swimming or just relaxing by the water.

Here are a couple of rules to keep everyone safe and make the riverfront enjoyable for all:

• Visitors to the numerous river access locations in Farmington are prohibited from possessing firearms, alcohol, or fireworks.
• Garbage and trash must be cleaned up before leaving. The Farmington Community Service Officers (CSOs) will be patrolling these areas, to enforce the rules and hand out garbage bags, if needed.
• There is no hunting or disturbing the wildlife.
• There are no fires allowed (including portable grills).
• There are no unauthorized vehicles allowed to park or be operated past the clearly posted signs.
• The town-owned river access areas are open to the public between the hours of 5:00 am and 10:00 pm.
• Dogs are allowed, but only if kept on a leash. Dog owners are reminded to clean up after their pets, as well.
• If there are posted “No Trespassing” signs, the property is not owned by the Town of Farmington and the area is not open to the public. The river access on Collinsville Road, by the Rails to Trails parking lot, is one of those locations.

Also, keep in mind that water sports could be dangerous, and you should know your limits and take the appropriate precautions when enjoying river activities. The current in the Farmington River can be dangerous, and the safest way to enjoy these activities is to wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket.

Please follow the rules and help keep our river clean and safe!