Wilderness First Aid/CPR Weekend – April 27-29
Come and learn Wilderness First Aid while enjoying a weekend on the beautiful coast of Maine. This 2-day course will provide you with a pragmatic approach to treating injuries and managing emergency situations in the backcountry. Upon completion, participants receive a SOLO WFA certificate. Optional CPR instruction will also be available. Price includes WFA instruction, 2 nights lodging, Sat and Sun breakfast, Sat dinner.
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$200 (AMC members)
$215 (non-members)
Spring Sea Kayaking Weekend – May 18-20
This weekend is for experienced sea kayakers interested in starting the season early - and what better way than to enjoy a weekend in scenic mid-coast Maine? Given the colder air and water temps we will likely explore the more sheltered areas of Hockomock Bay, Montsweag Bay, and the Sasanoa River. Our plans for each day's paddle will be based on group strength and size and, as always, the weather. We'll paddle a full day on Saturday, and a half day on Sunday. The warmth of the wood stove in our post and beam cabin, coupled with great food and wonderful company are sure to get your summer off to a grand start. Price includes two breakfasts, Saturday dinner, 2 nights lodging, Wet/dry suits required. Trip Rating: Level 2.
Leader: Bill Thomas
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$96 (AMC members)
$107 (non-members)
Coastal Navigation and Trip Planning – June 22-24
Learn the basics of navigation and how to plan and execute a day trip in a coastal environment. We’ll cover compass use, nautical chart symbols and terms, course plotting, and causes and effects of tides. We’ll also learn how to plan and execute a day trip. How to breakdown the day, expected traveling speeds, effects of wind and current, and making adjustments underway will be covered. Saturday morning will be spent in class. After lunch we'll break into small groups to follow student plotted courses, led by the students. Sunday morning we'll have time for additional questions then plot a route and head back out on the water for more practice. Participants will be given a packet of the presentation material and a Small Craft NAV-AID Course Plotter. Two breakfasts and Saturday dinner provided. Lodging at Knubble Bay Camp. Trip Rating: Level 1.
Leader: Dave Corbin.
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$135 (AMC members)
$145 (non-members)
Canoe and Kayak Camping Weekend – July 7-9
Interested in expanding your day paddling to overnight coastal tripping by canoe or sea kayak? You will bring your camping gear and lunches for 2 nights island camping. Experienced canoe and kayak campers will provide and cook meals. Must be a Level 2 paddler with appropriate boat and gear. Required interview with leaders. Trip Rating: Level 2.
Leader: Mary McCann-Baker
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$96 (AMC members)
$107 (non-members)
Transition to Sea Kayaking – July 27-29
If you have been mostly exploring flatwater in your kayak but want to try something a bit more challenging, join us for a weekend of ocean paddling where you'll get some exposure to tidal currents, waves, and open water along the Maine coast, all with the support of experienced paddlers. We'll spend a little time discussing traveling safely on the water, and will offer paddling feedback to those who are interested. Saturday afternoon will include an optional rescue practice session and gear talk. We'll cover roughly 7-9 miles on Saturday and 5-6 miles on Sunday. Two breakfasts and Saturday dinner provided. Lodging at Knubble Bay Camp. Trip Rating: Level 1.
Leader: Steve Formisani
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$125 (AMC members)
$135 (non-members)
Introduction to Sea Kayaking – July 27-29
In this course we will cover the basics of kayaking from boat fit to clothing, what to do in case of capsize, how to be safe in your environment, and most importantly, how to make your boat do what you want it to do. Instruction will cover components of a sea kayak, how to move it off the water, what to wear, and basic safety gear. We’ll spend plenty of time on the water learning how to move forwards, backwards, and sideways, how to turn your kayak, and how to perform a wet-exit. We’ll address what’s needed to start off right and we’ll also have time to just paddle and have some fun on the water. Lodging will be at Knubble Bay Camp with two breakfasts and Saturday dinner provided. Kayak rentals available from local outfitter who delivers to the camp. Trip Rating: No experience necessary.
Leader: Dave Corbin
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$125 (AMC members)
$135 (non-members)
Sea Kayaks and Lobsters – August 10-12
Join us for a weekend of paddling beautiful mid-coast Maine. We will kayak camp on the AMC's Beal Island and paddle from this base. Enjoy a lobster dinner on the beach on Saturday and relax by the evening campfire. Hiking available on the scenic trail circling the island. Weather permitting, the Saturday Level 2 trip may paddle to the beautiful beaches of Reid State Park. Two breakfasts and Saturday dinner provided. Trip Rating: Based on group, Level 1 and Level 2 trips likely available on this weekend.
Leader: Mary McCann-Baker
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$106 (AMC members)
$117 (non-members)
Intermediate Sea Kayaking – September 7-9
This weekend is intended for paddlers who are strong Level 1, have moved into Level 2, and want to develop and strengthen their Level 2 skills. Topics covered will include trip planning and execution; weather, tide, and current considerations; boat edging and bracing strokes. Paddlers should expect a trip duration of 10 – 13 miles and depending on group and conditions a day trip centered on a Southport I. circumnavigation or similar. Two breakfasts and Saturday dinner provided. Lodging at Knubble Bay Camp. Trip Rating: Level 2.
Leader: Dave Corbin
Contact: gailrond@comcast.net
$125 (AMC members)
$135 (non-members) |
