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Kristian Jensen, III, President
Ed Cruess, Jr., Vice President
Carol Ferro, Secretary
Greg Schuler, Treasurer
Chris Chisholm
Brian Cunningham
Paul Ficks
Geri Hogan
Craig Matava
Reginald Momah
Paula O’Brien
Scott Zenke
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Failure to follow ALL the posted rules and regulations will result in forfeiture of your membership.
Boating Rules
Rates for rental boats are posted at the boathouse. Rates range from $3.00/hr (canoes, paddleboats) to $20.00/hr (lasers).
All persons renting boats must be at least 8 years old and have passed level 4 swimming lessons. Boat Attendants have the right to refuse boat rentals to any persons unable to manage a specific craft.
All boaters, whether in Winding Trails boats or their own must wear lifejackets. If we cannot properly fit your child in a lifejacket, they will be unable to accompany you in the boat - No Exceptions!
Electric motors not to exceed 5hp are permitted on the lake. No gas motors are allowed.
Launching of boats is allowed only from the provided launch site across from the Main Office building.
Boats may be stored on the peninsula across from the Main Office from April 1st through December 1st for a fee of $20.00 per month. All boats are stored at owner’s risk. Winding Trails accepts no responsibility for loss or damage.
No inflatable boats are permitted.
Boats are restricted from swimming areas.
Boats are available for rent from 11:00am - 6:00pm with the last boat into shore at 7:00pm.
If you are transporting your boat to Dunning Lake from another lake, please be sure to wash your boat thoroughly prior to launch. This will help prevent the spread of weeds and other organisms from one lake to another. A hose is located on the side of the office building for your convenience.
Fishing-Rules and Regulations
Fishing is open to members and their paid Guests.
Catching of trout is limited to 3 a day.
Lifejackets must be worn in boats.
Boats with a 5hp electric motor are permitted.
No fishing off beach areas.
Park outside gate before and after Park hours.
Please consider catch and release as an option.
Winding Trails Staff have authority to enforce all Park Rules and Regulations.
All boats left on the peninsula must be registered in the Main Office. A storage fee will be charged.
Unregistered boats left on the premises will become the property of Winding Trails.
Boats must be removed by December 1st. No Winter Storage.
Members are allowed three trout or bass per day. If you bring a guest you and your guests’ limit together cannot exceed the three trout or bass limit per day. Failure to abide by these policies will result in forfeiture of your membership.
Members must pay for their guests either at the gate or in the main office (off season).
No fishing or boating after dark as park is closed.
Volunteers will be patrolling the lake to help enforce the fishing rules and regulations.
Front Gate is locked promptly at 8:00 pm May 1st–Labor Day
Also note:
Fishing Information
- Members, 16 and older must have a valid Connecticut State fishing license.
- Please be sure to stick to posted limits on daily catches. This is a rule that is difficult for us to enforce. There have been reports of certain fishermen taking more than their limit. Anyone caught doing this will have his or her fishing privileges and membership revoked. Keep in mind fishing is for all members. Over fishing only hurts all fishermen in the end. Please catch and release.
- Please wash your boats prior to transport from one lake to another to help prevent the spread of unwanted weeds and organisms.
- All boaters operating an electric engine must be registered with the State of CT and have a valid Safe Boaters Certificate.
- All boaters must wear lifejackets or have PFD’s on board.
- No gas engine or inflatable boats.
- Trout catch limit is 3 per day. This limit includes fish caught by your guests.
- No bass under 13” or over 17” should be taken from the lake. There is a three bass limit per day.
- All Winding Trails fishermen shall contact the main office to get an ID card to carry for identification. Both WT staff and fellow members will do periodic spot checks to verify membership identification.
- Night fishing will be permitted as long as cars are kept outside the gate and boats have all the required safety equipment.
- Fishermen interested in entering the park prior to set designated hours should call our main office and leave their name so we can determine the demand for early morning fishing and develop a system for entry into the park.
- Use of fresh water muscles for bait from Winding Trails property strictly forbidden.
If you have further questions or concerns regarding the fishing program please call Scott Brown, Executive Director at (860) 677-8458.
Swimming-Rules and Regulations
Swim only where and when Lifeguards are on duty.
Swim only in designated swim area.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age.
No floatation devices unless approved by Lifeguards.
No masks, fins, snorkels or scuba equipment.
Please do not block the Lifeguards path to the beach.
No horse play.
Children on playground must be supervised.
Diaper changing must be done in the Bathhouse.
No diapers or pampers in the water.
Please use containers provided for cigarette butts.
Winding Trails Staff has authority to enforce all Rules and Regulations.
Swim Hours:
10:00 am–7:45 pm June & July
10:00 am–7:30 pm August
Lifeguards have the authority to close beach in emergency situations.
In case of emergency notify Lifeguard or call 911 on phone located on back of Bathhouse.
Front Gate is locked promptly at 8:00 pm nightly.
Tennis-Rules and Regulations
As a courtesy, please limit play to one set when others are waiting.
No rollerblading, skateboarding or bike riding on courts.
No black sole sneakers, bare feet or street shoes on courts.
Check sheet in Gazebo for Tennis Announcements.
Court Play ends when Park closes.
Front Gate is locked promptly at 8:00 pm nightly.
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