Paddle Wild New Hampshire

2006 Itinerary:

• Day 1

  Meet guides by 4 pm at the campsite in Errol. You’ll start with introductions and then practice swimming safely in the crystal-clear river wearing a PFD (personal floatation device/life jacket). This evening we have a gear check followed by a campfire dinner. Tonight’s talk: “Outdoor Photography.” Breakfast and lunch are not provided today. Meals provided: Dinner.

• Day 2

  After breakfast, you’ll be shuttled to the canoe put-in on the Magalloway River. You’ll receive an equipment and safety orientation followed by an introduction to canoeing on quickwater and flatwater. During today’s paddle to the Lake Umbagog campsite, there is a great possibility of seeing nesting bald eagles and loons from a safe distance. Evening topic: “What’s Wild in New Hampshire?” Meals provided: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

• Day 3

  Paddle from Lake Umbagog down into the Androscoggin River with instruction in river reading, navigation, and communication. There will be a dam portage of about ¼ mile, a short section of Class I and II whitewater, then a float down quickwater to the next campsite. Evening topic: “North Woods Survival.” Meals provided: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

• Day 4

  Optional pre-breakfast canoeing, exploring an inlet to see wildlife and tighten paddle skills. After breakfast, continue paddling down the Androscoggin River through more fun Class I whitewater riffs to the take-out point. Depart around 11 am. Meals provided: Breakfast.

Although we do our best to adhere to the schedule listed above, this itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control.

The final route is left up to the discretion of the guides and is based upon weather conditions and trip members’ skill and interests. Our expert guides will help the group to discern the best of all options.

Transportation from your hometown to group meeting point; park entrance fees where required; insurance of any kind; alcoholic beverages; soft drinks; guide gratuities and items of a personal nature.

Daytime temperatures usually range between 65o - 75o F, with evening temperatures dropping to 40s - 50s. You may encounter cool and rainy conditions, including fog and wind. Rain is a possibility so adequate raingear is important.

This trip is subject to the booking information set forth in the current REI Adventures Weekend Reservation Information. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A full gear list and detailed pre-trip information is sent upon sign-up. We highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance through REI Adventures. If coverage is purchased within 21 days of your initial reservation, the 'Pre-existing Conditions Exclusion' is waived (certain exclusions apply).

We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Why wait? Space is limited, reserve your adventure today.

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