Acadia Bike and Hike Camping Trip

Activity Description
See below for the summary of each activity:

• Biking: One of your days will be spent biking on the car-free Carriage Roads located in Acadia National Park. The terrain has some gradual hills, and the road surface is packed crushed stone providing a nice smooth ride. The ride will be approximately 10 miles and will be at a leisurely pace with breaks along the way. The total time of the bike tour (including breaks) will be approximately 3 to 4 hours.
• Hiking:  Trails will vary from trip to trip based on group interest, weather, timing, etc. Hikes will take you to picturesque overlooks, harbors, and gardens. You should expect to do a number of small hikes while in Acadia. Hikes will range from 1 to 4 miles in distance and will be at leisurely pace, typically lasting between 1 and 2 hours. Difficulty will vary between easy (i.e. short distance and flat terrain) to moderate (i.e. mild elevation change and occasional steeper sections).

Prerequisites

• Comfortable riding a bike

Below you’ll find more information about this trip and what you’ll need to know in order to prepare for your adventure.

The trip kicks off in Freeport, Maine at our Paddling Center. Once you’ve met with your guides and fellow travelers, you will travel together to Acadia National Park which is approximately a 4 to 4.5 hour drive from the Paddling Center (including stretch breaks and a stop for lunch).

Accommodations
You will be camping at a campground, and will be provided with a tent, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and sleeping bag liner. The campground has bathhouses with flush toilets, showers, and sinks.

Connectivity
Once in Acadia, cell phone service will be limited to non-existent. The campground does not have wi-fi or electrical outlets.

Clothing Considerations
Dressing in layers is the key to staying comfortable in the outdoors. Multiple layers allow flexibility to respond to your activity level and changing weather conditions.

Please avoid bringing all-cotton clothing. When wet, cotton rapidly robs the heat from your body and takes a long time to dry. Synthetic fabrics are best because they don’t absorb water, and they also dry quickly.

For an outer layer, we recommend waterproof/breathable outer shell. This gear will protect you from the wind and rain and help keep you dry.

Luggage
Each guest should plan on having two bags with them for the duration of the trip. One bag should be a day pack to be carried while hiking. This can be used to carry a water bottle, extra layer, hat, camera, sunglasses, etc. The second bag should be a medium sized duffel to carry your personal items listed on the bring list.

• Weather- and activity-appropriate clothing (preferably synthetic*)
• Cycling shorts and shirt*
• Synthetic socks*
• Fleece jacket or wool sweater
• Fleece hat
• Waterproof jacket and pants
• Sturdy hiking boots or shoes
• Footwear for general use and biking
• Swimsuit
• Sleepwear
• Casual clothing, including warm layers for evening
• Hat with visor, sunglasses with lanyard and lip balm with sunscreen
• Day pack and one-quart water bottle (or hydration system)
• Pillow, towel and personal toiletries (travel size)
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Personal prescriptions such as EpiPen or inhaler

*Synthetic clothing dries quickly and is the best choice for outdoor pursuits. Please do not wear cotton clothing. When wet, cotton rapidly robs the heat from your body and takes a long time to dry. We also recommend you dress in multiple layers, allowing you more flexibility to comfortably respond to the weather conditions and your level of exertion.

• Bike (road, sport touring or hybrid bike; no mountain or comfort bikes)
• Helmet (no more than 5 years old)
• Cycling gloves
• Waterproof camera
• Extra pair of shoes for around camp
• Your own camping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, etc.
• Alcoholic beverages for the evening

• Use of all necessary camping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, headlamps, camp chairs, etc.
• Use of all necessary biking equipment: bikes, helmets, etc.
• Trekking poles
• All meals and snacks
• First-aid kit & safety gear

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Smoking and Tobacco Policy

L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs activities are tobacco- and smoke-free (including electronic smoking devices) in support of a healthy lifestyle and respect for our participants and guests. We thank you for understanding and respecting this policy.

Alcohol Policy

In general, alcohol consumption is not permitted during L.L.Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs events for the safety of all participants. However, alcoholic beverages are allowed on overnight trips and may only be consumed in a responsible way after the day’s activities are finished. If participants consume alcohol to excess in the evening and behave in ways that negatively impact their own safety, that of the group or the natural environment around them, our guides will intervene. We hope that we will never have to remove an offending guest from the remainder of a trip to ensure the group’s safety, but we will do so if necessary.

Participants must be 10 years old by the start of the trip, course, or tour; a parent or guardian must participate with anyone 17 years old and younger.

This cancellation policy applies to all three night and longer camping trips.

• 30 days in advance:  100% credit or refund
• 14 to 29 days in advance:  50% credit or refund
• Less than 14 days in advance: No credit or refund

L.L.Bean does not usually cancel events due to inclement weather. However, we reserve the right to cancel an event at any time due to severe weather, low enrollment or other concerns. If L.L.Bean cancels your event, you will receive a full refund for the cost of your reservation. All refunds will be in the form of the original transaction. L.L.Bean shall not be responsible or liable for other expenses incurred by the participant as a result of such a cancellation.