I was researching online and found so many health benefits that come from boating (By boating I mean paddling, rowing, or sailing). And I thought I’d share them with you. So here are nine benefits of Boating. Why Boating is GREAT For Your Health. ✔️ Boating helps you burn calories and lose weight. You’ll probably burn about 400 […]
Have you ever picked up a rower, sat on a boat, and actually PADDLED your way to an ice cream shop? I won’t lie to you. That might be one of the most fun things to do at Lake Quinsigamond. And that’s what Madulka’s Ice Cream offers. You can drive, boat, swim, or walk to Madulka’s and […]
We acquired Hopkinton State Park because of how great the place was. But I was surprised when I checked the visitors’ reviews… And almost every single review about Hopkinton was great! On TripAdvisor, there are 47 excellent reviews, 24 very good ones, 4 average ones, and only one terrible review. (There always has to be at least […]
There’s a finance newsletter I follow. I like it because I can scan it quickly and access the articles that interest me. So I thought of doing something similar with Regatta Point’s memberships. You see, it’s been a while since I’ve emailed you about all the memberships available at Regatta Point. But I don’t want […]
Have a good look at this picture: This is a painting of a college Regatta that took place in 1865 between Yale and Harvard. It was hosted on Lake Quinsigamond, which has extensive history. Let me tell you about it. Competitive rowing teams first came to Lake Quinsigamond in 1857. They found the water ideal and founded […]
Maura, a Regatta Point subscriber, asks the following question: “Hi – thank you for the information. A couple of additional questions. Should my daughter sign up for the youth rowing class online? It looks like there are 12 spots still open, so I want to be sure others are in the program. Could you provide a […]
A few weeks ago, I sent an email about our lifeguard dog, Bentley. Turns out, that email picked up speed. Many subscribers replied, and even the Shrewsbury Community Advocate Newspaper wanted to write an article about Bentley. Here’s a reply from Evan, a reporter: And after chatting with him, he did write the article: (Here’s the full […]
Here’s an excerpt about an article on “adventure therapy” I read recently: “Adventure therapy incorporates nature-based activities to help individuals work through difficult emotions and behaviors. In general, adventure therapy uses wilderness skills and physical activities such as rock climbing, hiking, and kayaking to facilitate growth. These activitiesEdit Edit status challenge individuals and allow them to […]
Recently, an opportunity came up at the Regatta Point headquarters. The Department of Conservation and Recreation chose Regatta point just last week to expand to a new site in Hopkinton State Park. We’ve been working hard on the logistics these past few weeks… Which is why we had to keep it a secret. 🤐 But now […]
This summer, as the digital age continues to captivate young minds, there is a remarkable opportunity for children to break free from the virtual realm and discover the wonders of sailing. Imagine your child, free from the distractions of Wi-Fi connections, YouTube videos, and remote controls, navigating the open waters in their own little boat. […]