Enjoy a special water view of holiday displays in Norwalk, and avoid the crowds and traffic, by coming aboard one of the Fireworks Cruises offered by The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk.
The Aquarium is offering cruises to two fireworks displays aboard its R/V Spirit of the Sound™, the country’s first research vessel with quiet “green” hybrid-electric propulsion. The 64-foot catamaran has two deck levels for optimum viewing enjoyment.
Here’s the Aquarium’s patriotic-pyrotechnics plan:
• Tues., July 3 – Norwalk’s Calf Pasture Beach display
• Wed., July 4 – Rowayton display
Each cruise departs at 7 p.m. from The Maritime Aquarium dock (outside the IMAX® Theater). Return is expected by 11 p.m. Food in small soft-sided coolers is allowed aboard the boat, but alcoholic beverages and glass bottles are prohibited.
“First of all, you’re out on the Sound in the evening, which is the best time, especially if you get a gorgeous sunset,” said Dave Sigworth, the Aquarium’s spokesman. “Then, you get an unobstructed view of the fireworks, which are even more dazzling when you see them reflected on the water. And, afterward, by returning by boat to the Aquarium, you don’t have to sit in your car for an hour trying to get out of a parking lot.”
R/V Spirit of the Sound has a climate-controlled cabin but participants should dress for time outside on deck, where the best viewing occurs. There is a restroom onboard.
Capacity is limited so advance reservations are strongly suggested. Reserve your tickets online – and see the full summer schedule for public cruises aboard R/V Spirit of the Sound – at maritimeaquarium.org. Or call (203) 852-0700, ext. 2206.