Scantic Spring Splash Returning To Enfield After 2-Year Hiatus

ENFIELD, CT — After a 2-year hiatus brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, one of the most populat annual spectator events in Enfield will make its return later this month. The 29th running of the Scantic Spring Splash, presented by the Scantic River Watershed Association, will finally take place Saturday, March 26.

Registration is scheduled from 9-11 a.m. at the Powder Mill Barn, 32 South Maple Street. Entry fee is $25 per paddler, and proceeds benefit the Enfield Food Shelf. Participants and spectators are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items or cash donations to assist the hunger agency. This year's theme is "Be a Fan, Donate a Can."

The start for all racers is at 27 Quality Avenue in Somers. Parking at the start is restricted, so plan on a quick boat drop and then drive your car to the end destination of your race. Paddlers this year are responsible for providing their own transportation from the finish line parking area to the starting point; there will be no shuttle bus provided.

The 5-mile race has a noon start, and a mandatory race safety meeting will be at 11:30 a.m. The novice race is cancelled this year.

All participants are required to wear safety helmets and approved over-the-shoulder personal flotation devices. All participants are encouraged to wear wet suits due to the cold water. Rentals can be reserved for the day of the race from Enfield Scuba & Water Sports at 860-745-7282.

Race sponsors are Bill's Landscaping, Camerota Truck Parts, Smyth Bus Company, Powder Hollow Brewery, Carrollton Properties of Ellington and Smoothville of Enfield.

Race course descriptions, registration forms and further information may be obtained at http://www.scanticspringsplash... or by calling Jeff Dynia at 860-986-3572 or email or mdynia@yahoo.com or mailto:info@scanticspringsplash.org. The Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/scanticspringsplash/.