Recreation

DLWA strives to improve access to healthy recreation for people of all ages and backgrounds. In 2010, two new programs provided more opportunities for children to enjoy the outdoors.

Youth Hooked on Fishing Event on Damariscotta Lake

Children and parents gathered at Damariscotta Lake State Park on June 12, 2010 for the first annual Damariscotta Lake Hooked on Fishing event.

Experienced boaters brought children to the best fishing spots on the lake, and there were plenty of activities on shore to keep families occupied. During this fun and educational event, children had the chance to learn about fishing, invasive plants, the Maine State Parks new Passport Program and other topics. Equipment, bait, boats, lifejackets and food were provided free of charge.

This Hooked on Fishing program is a collaboration between Knox County Bass Masters, Lincoln County Fish & Game, Kieve-Wavus Camps, Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands, Maine Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, Whitefield Lions Club and DLWA.

Sailing Camp for Youth on Damariscotta Lake

The Central Lincoln County YMCA, in conjunction with the Damariscotta Lake Watershed Association, now offers sailing camp on Damariscotta Lake. Operated out of the DLWA headquarters, this program uses a combination of boats to teach students to sail. Half-day weekly sessions are available for children ages 8-16.

Click here to learn more about sailing camp and see pictures from our successful first year.

Self-Directed Recreation

Relax, invigorate, rest and energize in the Damariscotta Lake Watershed. Opportunities await you in and around our lake! A four-season area, this watershed abounds in activities all year long. In summer, lake users include swimmers, fishermen and a wide variety of boating enthusiasts. Viewing of summer wildlife is also very diverse; as eagles, Canada geese, loons, ducks, osprey, beavers and even an occasional moose populate our shores and waters. In the fall, brightly colored trees reflected in the lake provide an aesthetic wonder for those boating, fishing, hiking or birding. Spring brings the exciting adventure of the annual alewife run at Damariscotta Mills. To complete the year's activities, the watershed is a wonderful place for ice-skating, ice boating, ice fishing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter season.

In the midst of all this activity and enjoyment, as the bright sun showers iridescent sparkles on the deep blue water of summer or on the crisp white snow of winter, we are reminded of the precious gift of this lake and watershed. Thus, we must pledge to use this endangered resource with care and respect.

We invite you to check out any of these exciting recreation options:

• Visit DLWA's preserves
• Delight in a local event
• Drop a line, set sail, or motor
• Experience a migratory event
• Glide and slide over snow and ice
• Read and Relax
• Refresh yourself at the beach

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