One-Night Maine Bike and Kayak Trip for Women

Activity Description
Over the course of the weekend, one day will be spent biking and the other day will be spent kayaking. See details regarding each activity below:

• Biking : On this day, you will ride approximately 25 miles round trip. The terrain has some gradual hills, and the route will be on winding rural asphalt roads. The ride will last approximately 5 hours, with stops for breaks and lunch. Should you want to take a break and sit out part of the ride, there is a support vehicle that follows the tour from start to finish.
• Kayaking: On this day, you paddle approximately 7 miles in tandem (i.e. two-person) kayaks. From start to finish the tour will take approximately 5 hours, including breaks to stretch and for lunch on an island.

Each day will have a relaxed pace and be appropriate for both beginner and intermediate bikers and paddlers.

Prerequisites

• Comfortable riding a bike
• No paddling experience required

 

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

Destination/Travel Time
The trip kicks off in Freeport, Maine at our Paddling Center. Both activities will depart from and return to the Paddling Center at the end of the day.

Accommodations
You will be camping at our oceanside Paddling Center. Here we have tents on wooden platforms for you to stay in, with views overlooking the ocean. Each tent has a lantern, headlamps and two cots with freshly cleaned sleeping bags. A short walk from your tent will bring you to our main building where we have sinks, flush toilets, and hot showers available for your use at any time.

Connectivity
While at the Paddling Center, cell phone service is available for most carriers when close to the main building. While out on the activities, coverage is less consistent. Wi-fi is available in the main building at the Paddling Center.

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
A medium-sized duffle bag should be appropriate to pack the personal items you will need for the trip, but you are welcome to pack as much as you need to be comfortable. Because the tents are located a short walk from where you park your car, you can leave any items either in your car or in your tent. 

 

• Weather- and activity-appropriate clothing (preferably synthetic*)
• Rainwear
• Cycling shirt or synthetic shirt*
• Cycling shorts*
• Synthetic socks*
• Fleece jacket or wool sweater (appropriate level of insulation for the activity)
• Activity-appropriate closed-toed shoes
• Personal prescriptions such as EpiPen or inhaler
• One quart of water (no glass bottles)
• Personal toiletries (travel size)
• Pillow
• Towel
• Sleepwear
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent

*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.

• Change of shoes for after activity
• Dry clothes for after activity
• Footwear to wear around camp
• Waterproof camera
• Bike helmet (no more than 5 years old)†
• Bike (road, sport touring or hybrid bike; no mountain or comfort bikes)†
• Tandem sea kayak with two bulkheads, spray skirts, paddle and US Coast Guard-approved Type III PFD†
• Alcoholic beverages for the evening
• Lip balm

†Please call ahead if you plan to use your own equipment as it must pass inspection by L.L.Bean staff before use. If it's deemed unsuitable, we will provide you with the necessary equipment. 

• Use of all necessary paddling equipment: boats, paddles, PFD's, etc.
• Use of all necessary biking equipment: hybrid bike, helmet, handlebar bag, youth bike for ages 10+, etc.
• Use of all necessary camping equipment: tents, cots, sleeping bags, headlamps, camp chairs, etc.
• Headlamps
• All meals and snacks
• Hot showers are available to use at the L.L.Bean Paddling Center once trip is over

 

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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 one and two night camping trips.

• 14 days in advance:  100% credit or refund
• 7 to 13 days in advance:  50% credit or refund
• Less than 7 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.