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   SEA KAYAKING ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, BAR HARBOR, MAINE
JULY 12 - 18, 2009
$690
Donald Urmston, Leader
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Very few people who visit Acadia National Park see it from the water. We will paddle around Mt. Desert Island and see the awesome beauty of coastal Maine. Our trip will take us out in the open ocean, tidal marshes, coves and quaint Maine fishing harbors.

You will see actual Maine lobstermen pulling traps, dramatic cliffs, Bass Harbor lighthouse and several working harbors. Sightings of harbor seals, porpoises and even whales are not uncommon. The shore birds and sea breezes will provide the soundtrack for our paddle through millions of years of geological history. 

This is the ultimate in sea kayaking. Approximately 5-6 hours of paddling per day should leave time to explore – by kayak or on land. This trip will have some ground support. 

ONLY 6 SPACES AVAILABLE FOR THIS TRIP, RESERVE EARLY TO GET A SPACE!

What is included:
  •  All accommodations for 6 six nights. (2 nights motel & 4 nights camping. All campgrounds have bathrooms and showers.)
  • Lobster dinner night 1 (alternate menu available).
  • Tickets to Maine Lumberjack Show – night 4.
  • Breakfast Day 7.
  • All shuttles to and from put-ins and takeouts.
What is not included:
  • Transportation to and from Bar Harbor Maine.acadia2
  • All meals not listed.
  • Drinks for dinner on Day 1.
  • All entertainment not listed.
What you need to bring:
  • Kayak and all paddling gear (see separate list of required gear).
  • Tent and all camping gear.
Rules & Requirements
This is an intermediate level kayaking trip. You don’t need to be an expert kayaker, but this trip is NOT for beginners. If you have any doubt whether you qualify for this trip, please call the leader and discuss it with him before you pass it up. 

Paddlers must:
  • Be comfortable performing a wet exit and reentry.
  • Be comfortable assisting another paddler with a T or X rescue.
  • Be comfortable paddling for extended periods in wind.
  • Be comfortable paddling in waves of 3’ to 4’.
  • Have your kayak approved by the trip leader before you register (a 16’ or longer kayak is strongly recommended).
Daily Itinerary

For more information and to register contact Donald Urmston, 13 Hanover St., Montgomery, NY 12549; Durmston@hvc.rr.com
Please note:  Prices and trip arrangements are subject to change due to circumstances beyond ADK's control.  All registration fees are non-refundable.  Details including cancellation policy will be supplied to all those requesting trip information.

MEMBERSHIP IN THE ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN CLUB IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION 
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION