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SPORTS & LEISURE
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There are many recreational activities
to keep Shelton residents busy year-round. The city offers everything from
hiking along the
Housatonic River to a Sunday matinee.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
SHELTON TRAILS
Shelton
has received an award for its outstanding greenway program! The
trail complex at Shelton Lakes has received Millennium Trail status from the
White House.
There ar e
over twenty miles of hiking and walking trails in
Shelton which are maintained by local volunteers. At Indian Wells State Park you can hike on the Paugussett Trail, one of Connecticut Blue-dot trails.
Shelton resident, Terry Gallagher, maintains this detailed site. Here you will find descriptions and maps of Shelton's and surrounding communities hiking trails. There is also information about volunteering to help maintain the trails.
The Housatonic River
The river is Shelton's most precious resource. It provides Shelton residents with many recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
Indian Wells State Park
One hundred and fifty three acres of scenic splendor along the western bank of the
Housatonic River.
Boating, fishing, hiking,
picnicking,
and swimming. There is a small entrance fee.
Sunnyside Boat Launch
Off the River Road, behind Sunnyside School, there is a boat launch and picnic area. Permit required to launch.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Local Entertainment
- Drive in Movies
The Shelton Youth Service Bureau sponsors this family
entertainment feature.
- Music Under the Stars
The Shelton Parks and Recreation Department presents
an annual
Outdoor Summer Concert Series.
- Restaurant Guide
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GREATER CONNECTICUT ENTERTAINMENT
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Movies
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Hollywood.com
Find out where and when your favorite movies are playing.
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SPORTS
High School Sports
Youth Sports
Golf Courses
- Brownson Country Club
- Highland Golf Club
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GREATER CONNECTICUT SPORTS
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