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July 6 (Sunday) - MERRIMACK RIVER, Manchester, NH (MODERATE)
This moderate trip can offer a challenge but one worth taking. Starting in the urban historical factory section of Manchester, Class II rapids will be encountered before entering a more remote section which passes a lock that has survived from the Old Middlesex Canal System.
Meet 9:30am in Manchester, NH. Rte 293 to exit 6 (Amoskeag Bridge). Before crossing river, turn right into Amoskeag Fishway parking lot.Leader: George May (603) 883-3409, email: georgemay@comcast.netTrip Partner: Merrimack Valley Padders and NH Rivers Council.
July 12 (Saturday) - YORK RIVER, York, ME (EASY TO MODERATE)
The trip has been planned to follow the outgoing tide down stream about five miles to the ocean. It’s an easy paddle past a golf course, historic buildings and beautiful homes along the river. After stopping for lunch at a miniature suspension bridge and playing in the white water outlet of a millpond, we venture into the ocean for a short distance, if wind and sea conditions permit. Please do not block traffic at put-in, park on opposite side of the street from the boat ramp and on other side of the bridge if necessary.
Meet at 9:30am at Scotland Bridge in York, ME. Take Rte 95 to exit 7 in York, ME. At end of exit ramp go east toward US Rte 1. Right onto US Rte 1 south. Follow Rte 1 south for 0.7 miles and turn right onto ME Rte 91. Follow ME Rte 91 west for 2.2 miles and turn left onto Scotland Bridge Rd. Follow Scotland Bridge Rd about 0.2 miles to bridge across York River. Put in at boat ramp next to bridge. Leaders: Julie Smith (603) 891-0267, email: cantdog@comcast.net, Denise Hurt, (603) 889-4812, email: hurt28@charter.net
July 19- 20 (Saturday – Sunday) - MERRIMACK RIVER OVERNIGHT, Boscawen, NH (EASY)
Enjoy this beautiful remote section of the Merrimack, which meanders through varied countryside. Jump from the rope swing and camp on one of the sandy beaches. This section can also be shortened to a day trip by taking out shortly after the Hannah Dustin Memorial. Please advise the trip leader if you’re doing this as a day trip.
Meet at 9:30am in Boscawen, NH. Rte 93 to exit 17, Rte 4W four miles to Rte 3N, 3 1/2 miles to ramp marked “Merrimack County Boat Access” on right just past prison. Bring camping gear and food for overnight. Leaders: Nancy Gero (603) 895-0274, email: coolcanoechic@comcast.net, and Ted Krzesowski (603) 329-8168, Trip Partner: NH Rivers Council.
July 20 (Sunday) - ASSABET, W. Concord, MA (EASY)
This small, friendly river offers quickwater as well as flatwater. The trip includes the Concord National Historical Park and a portion of the Great Meadows wildlife refuge.
Meet at 9:30am in W. Concord. Take Rte 62 into Concord, turn South onto Pine Street, continue down hill and park at river. Note: From Rte 2, go West on Rte 62 about ¾ mile and turn left onto Pine St., (sign can be difficult to see), park at river. Leader: Bob Jeffers (978) 663-3664, email: Rwjeffers6@aaahawk.com.
July 26 (Saturday) - MERRIMACK RIVER, North Chelmsford, MA (EASY)
This section offers flatwater and quickwater. There are more signs of human habitation from Tyngsboro to North Chelmsford. The river is followed by the railroad. A number of interesting old stone bridges and culverts span small tributaries.
Meet at 9:30am in North Chelmsford. From Rte 3 take exit 33 east onto Groton Rd. Continue to stop light at intersection of Princeton Rd. Go right onto Princeton and take an immediate left onto Wotton to boat ramp. There is a possibility of this trip being changed to Tyngsboro. Trip leaders: Bill, Paula and Meaghan Brooks. (978) 392-0438, email: wbrooks18@comcast.net. Trip Partner: Lowell National Historical Park.
July 27 (Sunday) - PAWTUCKAWAY LAKE, Nottingham, NH (EASY)
Pre-registration required with trip leader. Space is very limited.
A leisurely paddle along the less active side of the lake, picking wild blueberries and hunting for mushrooms. We will have two wild mushroom experts on this trip. There will be a cookout afterwards. Trip Leader: Nancy Gero (603) 895-0274, email: coolcanoechic@comcast.net Trip Partner: NH AMC Paddlers.
July 27 (Sunday) - CHARLES RIVER, Weston, MA (EASY) Limited space
Meet at 9:30am in Auburndale. Rte 95/128 to exit 24 (Rte 30 W) toward Wayland, straight ahead at intersection onto River Rd, turn right at Norumbega Rd, then right into parking lot.. Be prepared to paddle against the current. Trip leader: Bob Jeffers (978) 663-3664, email: Rwjeffers6@aaahawk.com.
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