BATTENKILL paddling.
The Battenkill is a fun & scenic paddle anywhere from S of Manchester VT to Battenville NY - many class I rapids, one class II at "The Rock" N of Arlington - good maneuvering skills often required. River Classifications . Watch this video if you are new to moving water. May 30, 2016 - BATTENKILL kayaking, from above the Eagleville Covered Bridge to CR 61 in Battenville. Battenville gauge at 4.8' - a bit low but still fine paddling. Easy rapids, riffles, flatwater, some waves to play in. There was some tree debris in the water between the campground & the big bend (about a half hour from start). Stopped for lunch & swim at end of a long island. More covered bridges at Shushan & Rexleigh. Had to lift over a downed tree late in the trip. Very scenic valley, such very clear water! Eagle, rt hawk, osprey (nest on powerline pole), mallards, mergansers, wood ducks, oriole, sandpipers. Flowers included phlox, yellow flag, forget-me-nots. ...