Thimble Islands
Island · Branford ·

Thimble Islands

Island · Branford ·

Archipelago of rocky islands with peaceful New England vibes

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"Bren Smith's Thimble Island Kelp Farm occupies 10 acres in Branford, Connecticut. The farm produces a quarter-million pounds of kelp, 200,000 oysters, and several hundred thousand mussels. This vertical farm, which is under the water, boasts a rope scaffolding system just below the surface. The kelp soaks up five times more carbon than land-based plants, creating artificial reefs that attract diverse marine life, including ducks and seals. It's a replicable model requiring $20,000, a boat, and a lease, with Bren leasing his 10 acres for $50 per acre per year."

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Thimble Islands

Ankit P.

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in Stony Creek Harbor, a few miles to the south is an archipelago of more than 100 rocky islands. It’s thrilling to think that these landforms are the peaks of granite hills that were submerged during the last Ice Age. Unlike many of the islands on Long Island Sound, the Thimble Islands are sturdy because of their granite bedrock and were settled in the 17th century. The sheltered waters soon became a key deepwater anchorage, and one story goes that the pirate Captain William Kidd buried his treasure here. There are 81 houses on the archipelago: Fourteen of the islands have only one house, while the most populated, Money Island, has 32. There are three boat companies at the Stony Creek Dock waiting to take you out on a narrated sightseeing cruise full of compelling stories.

Richard C.

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I always Come Here Kayak Fishing For Fluke, Weakfish, Black Fish, Black Sea Bass,

Chanelle G.

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My family and I just love this place! It screams peaceful New England vibes!!!

Amy D.

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The most beautiful short boat cruise I have ever been on! Can't wait to go again!!

JohnB

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very picturesque and historically interesting, with a delightful little beach and marina fronting the Sound for a quaint village

Miles M.

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Excellent place to spend Arbor Day. Don't tell Amir I was here.

Dawn M.

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Great view from boat

Anthony P.

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Beautiful islands with a wonderful view