Wild Rice Paddle 2026
September 20, 2026 @ 10:00AM — 11:30AM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Hanover Canoe Launch: 2 Indian Head Dr Hanover, MA 02339 Get Directions
Wild Rice Paddle 2026
Sunday, September 20
10:00-11:30am
Join us on a relaxing autumn paddle around the Upper Reaches of the North River. The confluence of the Indian Head River and Herring Brook forms the upper reaches of the North River. This creates a lovely freshwater tidal marsh, one of only a handful in the state. Early fall colors and cooler weather make for a great time to enjoy the beauty that this section of river has to offer.
Wild rice (Zizana sp.), also known as Indian Rice is found on the slower flowing portions of the North River, Indianhead, and Herring Brook. It is a favorite food for many of the wildfowl that frequent the waterway. NSRWA guide will share historical wild rice harvesting practices. Participants might even be able to harvest a small amount of their own.
We will meet at 10:00am at the Hanover Canoe Launch on Sunday, September 20. If you are bringing your own vessel, please try to arrive early so you have time to unload and be on the water by 10:00am. Register with one of the links below. Please choose the appropriate link based on whether you have your own vessel (free), or need to borrow one of ours ($20).