..and closer to the opening of school.
Mudge Pond is in Sharon, CT and is popular with fishermen. The 'path' from the boat ramp at the south end is a clear passage through the water lilies.
The more I use my skin-on-frame canoe, the more I appreciate its convenience. Its like a pocket knife. I can pull it out when I need it, and be on the water in the time it takes to drive to the shore.