Source to Sea Trek Paddle Dates Announced

July 24, 2010

July 24
Put in: Dixfield (Verso) Boat Launch
Take out: Riley Dam on Jay/Canton line
Special Event:  Learn about sustainable forestry and conservation in the area with Jeremy Stultz of Integrated Forest Management and Jonathan LaBonte of the Androscoggin Land Trust.

July 25
Put in: Riley Dam on Jay/Canton line
Take out: Spruce Mountain, Jay
Notes: one portage around Pine Island
Special Event: BBQ at the Paper Heritage Museum to celebrate the unveiling of new recreation trails around the Otis Mill with the Androscoggin Land Trust and Chisholm Trails

July 29
Put in: Livermore Falls Dam
Take out: Twin Bridges

July 30
Put in: Twin Bridges in Turner
Take out: Center Bridge in Turner

July 31
Put in: Center Bridge in Turner
Take out: Gulf Island Dam
Notes: Learn about the new Androscoggin Riverlands State Park with the staff of the Androscoggin Land Trust.

August 1
Put in: TBA in Lewiston/Auburn
Take out: TBA in Lewiston/Auburn

Thursday, August 5
Put in: Festival Plaza (behind Gritty’s) in Auburn (round trip)
Notes: meet at 6 p.m. for a sunset paddle, then meet up at Gritty’s.

Friday, August 6
Put in: Festival Plaza, Auburn
Take out: Riverside Park, Durham
Notes: Experienced paddlers only - Dresser Rips, Class II+

Saturday, August 7
Put in: Riverside Park, Durham
Take out: Miller Park, Lisbon Falls

Sunday, August 8
Put in: Lisbon Falls River Access
Take out: Mill Street Boat Launch, Brunswick