Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Stay & Play Paddle Adventures

By Melanie Brooks

Summer will be here before you know it and many of us (myself included) are already planning our summer vacation. But you don't have to go far to have fun. The City of Old Town has recently announced a new way to take advantage of Maine's Canoe City.


Their Stay & Play Paddle Adventures gives locals and visitors alike hassle-free paddle fun on some of the area's most scenic waterways in an Old Town Canoe. There are 7 different guided paddle adventures to choose from and vary in difficulty and routes, so there's no reason that even the most novice paddler can't participate.

To make their paddle adventures a reality, the City partnered with various businesses, communities, and organizations including Old Town Canoe, Johnson Outdoors, Black Bear Inn, the University of Maine, Penobscot Nation, Cyr Bus Line, Greater Bangor Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Old Town Trading Post.

"This is a great opportunity for any outdoor enthusiast because they are able to paddle along our beautiful waterways in world-class kayaks and canoes," said Tim Magoon from Old Town Canoe.

The Stay & Play packages will run during specific weekends in July and August and include equipment, ground transportation, and guides. Packages range from a half or full day paddle adventure (which start as low as $39.95 per person) to an overnight package (starting at $141.95 per person).

This is a great opportunity for people (like me) who don't have their own canoe or kayak. And it's a great excuse to enjoy the wilderness in our own backyard. Click here for more information.

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