Rowboats

Rowing was a very popular pastime during the late 19^th century and early 20^th centuries. Men and women would don their casual dress and spend leisurely afternoons along the lakes and rivers. Simple rowboats, as seen in the top image, were common, and women would often carry parasols to keep the sun off. More fashionable boats were also available, as seen in the bottom image, with built in canopies.

Rowing: Image courtesy of the University of Vermont Landscape Change Program and Henry Merrill

Canopied Rowing: Image courtesy of the University of Vermont Landscape Change Program and the St. Albans Historical Society