First Crossing Celebration for the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry

A Special Invitation To All Ferry Godmothers and Godfathers! 

The ferry is ready to begin its season of regular service crossing our beautiful Connecticut River carrying local residents, tourists, visitors to Gilette Castle, workmen and contractors, shoppers on their way to Chester, cyclists touring our bucolic countryside, hikers enjoying a day in the fresh air and all manner of vehicles.

So, to kick off the season (which officially begins April 1) ConnDOT is hosting a special "First Crossing Celebration" on Saturday, March 31, for all the ferry supporters who helped during the "Save The Ferries" campaign last summer!  

Come on down to the ferry on Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 pm to take a ride or two across the beautiful Connecticut River. Wear your 'save the ferry t-shirts'.

Please email your friends and family to join us on this special 2012 First Crossing Celebration as we once again demonstrate our support of the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry and wish her a safe and successful season.

Bring your own refreshments.  No alcohol permitted on board.

Though we have saved the ferry for this 2-year budget cycle, we must remain active in demonstrating our support.

See you on Saturday!

Happy Spring,

Susannah Griffin

Curt Michael

Wendy Dow Miller

Humphrey Tyler

Matt Elgart