10 adventures to pursue before summer fades

 

PLENTY OF ADVENTURES IN SOUTHCOAST

From one-on-one surf lessons to hosting a real New England-style clam bake, there are plenty of cool ways to spend a hot summer day — or night — right here in SouthCoast. Some adventures might be things you've always thought of doing but never found the time or energy. Others may be activities that look too challenging but really aren't that difficult — if you get a lesson first. So here are 10 great suggestions for things to try this summer. We challenge you to clip this out and check 'em off.

STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING

It looks intimidating, but just about anyone can standup paddleboard successfully on the first attempt. It's an adrenaline rush and a sense of peace — an experience unlike any other.

“Most people after one lesson are like, 'Wow, this is really easy,'” said Samantha Ladd, co-owner and instructor at Osprey Sea Kayak Adventures on the banks of the Westport River. “The thing about SUP that's made it as popular as it is, is it's as easy or as hard as you want to make it.”

The Westport River offers miles of still water through a tidal estuary that winds out to the Buzzards Bay coast — making it the perfect spot for beginners or for SUP-lovers looking for a relaxing ride.

If you've gone paddleboarding at least once before, try night paddleboarding.

“One of the things we offered last summer that everyone thought was pretty cool, was a Night SUP Trip, where we ...more