PWA Paddle

Saturday 9/12, 10 AM - Ocean Point to the White Islands - Advisory: This trip involves OPEN OCEAN paddling to see magnificent sea life of many kinds. Directions: From Damariscotta take Route 27 South from Route 1 South toward Boothbay/Boothbay Harbor for approx., 11 miles to Route 96 (Ocean Point Road) on your left. Follow Route 96 to its end where you will see parking at the beach where we will put in. Paddle duration 3 hours; public rest room; bring lunch and plenty of water; keep in mind we cannot put-in on the Islands for relief.

The paddles are free and the public is welcome to accompany PWA on these trips. Unless noted, most paddles commence at 10 AM on Saturday and last approximately 2 to 3 hours. Additional paddles may be scheduled during the season. By popular demand, we are now offering many ocean paddles and lake/stream paddles on the same days for those who are not quite ready for ocean paddles or would prefer the alternative.  Paddlers must provide their own kayak or canoe, wear a personal flotation device (life jacket) and provide appropriate safety gear including water. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All paddlers participating in PWA trips are responsible for their own safety and each participant should determine in advance if conditions are suitable for their skill level. All paddlers must have a written release on file with PWA or complete one at the time of the paddle. The releases may be obtained at the PWA Paddlers web site or from the paddle leader. All paddles will be listed at the PWA website: www.pemaquidwatershed.org. For weather cancellation information, Peter Lawrence may be contacted at 563-7663, 563-3104 or paddlers@pemaquidwatershed.org. Peter Lawrence and Diane Gilman (dgilman @bbrlt.org) will lead the ocean trips while Jean Smith (jeansmith500@gmail.com) will lead the lakes and streams.