One-Night Maine Canoe and Kayak Trip

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

• Canoeing: On this day, you will paddle approximately 6 miles in a tandem (two-person) canoe. It is approximately 4½ hours from the put-in location to the take-out, including breaks to stretch and for lunch.
• Kayaking:  On this day, you paddle approximately 7 miles in a tandem (two-person) kayak. The tour will take approximately 5 hours from start to finish, 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 paddlers.

Prerequisites

• None

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. For the canoeing day, you will be shuttled to the put-in on the Androscoggin River – a drive of approximately 30-40 minutes. On the kayaking day, you will launch right from the Paddling Center.

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. When on the river or the ocean, 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
• Fleece jacket – appropriate level of insulation for the activity
• Activity-appropriate closed-toe shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Personal toiletries
• Pillow
• Towel
• Sleepwear
• 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.

• Change of shoes and dry clothes for after activity
• Swimsuit
• Waterproof camera
• Lip balm
• Alcoholic beverages for the evening
• Tandem sea kayak with two bulkheads, spray skirts, paddles and U.S. Coast Guard-approved Type III PFD†

†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, PFDs, etc.
• Use of all necessary camping equipment: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, etc.
• Headlamp
• First-aid kit
• All meals and snacks
• Bathrooms and hot showers

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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.