AMC Boston Paddlers

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Boston, MA, US

1,208 members · Public group

What we’re about

The Paddlers Committee of the Boston Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) includes both whitewater and sea kayak activities. Our goal is to operate a safe and well-organized program of paddling within the New England area. We run a variety of activities including: clinics, introductory instructional trips, easy day trips, intermediate day trips, and overnight trips, led by volunteer members. If you are interested in a particular trip, contact the trip's leader or co-leader per the trip listing; he or she will have some questions about your paddling background and can advise you on the appropriateness of the trip for your level of experience and skill.

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Sat, Oct 11 · 9:30 AM EDT
Squam Lake Foliage Island Paddle
Squam Lake, Burleigh Farm Road, Holderness, NH, US
Description:
Join us for easy 10 mile foliage tour of Squam Lake, NH.

You must register at the link bellow to participate

Registration:
https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UUN000001mJuD2AU/act00016436

This is flat water paddle around the lake, passing multiple islands. We will stop for lunch about half way.

Participants are expected to be able to maintain 3 mph paddle speed and have 14' or longer kayak, PFD, packed lunch and, dress for the weather.

The exact launch location and time will be shared with registered participants before the event.
3 attendees
Sat, Oct 11 · 10:00 AM EDT
Paddling Mystic Lake at a Relaxed Pace
Location not specified yet
Activity Type: Paddling | Flatwater
Difficulty: 2 - Relaxed
Trip Leader(s): Chao Xie, Michael Meyer
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP:https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN000001jxTB
Audience: Adults; Families

Description: Join us for a relaxing Sunday paddle on the Mystic River to Lower Mystic Lake where we plan to eat lunch in our boats (bring your own lunch). We'll meet at Paddle Boston's Medford (Condon Shell) location late morning. All are welcome who register - this is a beginner friendly paddle! Please arrive 20 minutes earlier if you need to rent and make sure you fill out the Paddle Boston Waiver at home if you need to rent.
Address: 2501 Mystic Valley Pkwy, Medford MA 02155. Directions to the launch point are available here: https://paddleboston.com/rentals/our-locations/medford-condon-shell/directions/ Event Details: AMC trip Participant Registration online & confirmation required Paddling Duration: ~3 hours paddling and ~ 1 hour lunch Water Conditions: Flatwater (we'll paddle out and return to the starting point) Boat Options: Single/tandem kayaks and canoes available Rental Info: Single Kayak : $54 for full day (includes paddle and lifejacket) Special Deal (in-person only): 3 visits for $59 , the passes are good for 3 years and transferable Waiver: Must be signed ahead of time – Paddle Boston Waiver Lifejackets: Required at all times on the water What to Bring: Clothing: Wear clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty Lunch , Water , Snacks Dry Bag: Recommended for electronics and valuables (leaders will have a few, but space is limited) Sun Protection: Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen Layers: It can be cooler and windier on the water than on land
Additional Info: Registration Required! This event and many others are open to the public so you don't have to be an AMC member. One can not simply show up unregistered to this event. *Participant Registration online and confirmation required.

Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee