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The Adirondack State Park in northern New York is one of the premiere spots for kayak tripping on the East Coast, with countless lakes and streams of all sizes. We'll be kayaking part of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail that stretches from Old Forge all the way to Fort Kent, ME. We, however, will only kayak a short part through the Saranac Lakes. Following the route of early loggers and hunters, our trail winds along rivers, crossing a half mile carry (aka a portage), and across open lakes, where century-old, hand-operated locks still carry paddlers between waterways. While this is not remote wilderness, much of it has a wilderness feel. We're likely to see beavers, martins, and deer, and moose sightings have become increasingly common. For sure we'll hear the wild and haunting call of the loon. We'll be taking our time on this trip, with many options for additional paddling, swimming, or just relaxing into the peace of wilderness. Maximum group size: 8
July 11 to July 17, 2021 |
$1895.00 - FULL |
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This trip is designed for women with some prior kayaking experience who love camping and the feeling of being out in nature for several days at a time. The trip is rated 3. Prior to beginning the trip, participants should be engaging in aerobic conditioning, such as walking vigorously up hills, jogging, cross country skiing or stair stepping for 30 - 45 minutes at least 3 - 4 times a week. Upper body strength training is also recommended. Rating: 1 2 [3] 4 5.
On this trip we will be kayaking and camping from lake to lake, with one half mile portage. While experience with camping is not essential, you need to have sufficient kayak experience to be comfortable in wind and waves and to spend up to 2 - 3 hours at a time in your kayak.
We will be staying the first and last night at a motel in Saranac Lake Village. In between we will be camping in two-person tents in designated state wilderness campgrounds with composting toilet facilities, but without electricity.
Below is the proposed itinerary for the trip. As is true on any adventure travel trip, plans for any specific day may be modified due to weather considerations, unforeseen circumstances, new opportunities, and group interests.
All of it. It was just great summer fun - kayaking, camping, swimming, bonfires, smores, hammocks, mosquitos, and good company! And the LOONS, the LOONS!!!
Kayaking the Adirondacks 7/14/2019-7/20/2019
The beauty, the guides, paddling all day, the other women on the trip
Kayaking the Adirondacks 7/14/2019-7/20/2019
Peace quiet . Camping . Food . Great companions .
Kayaking the Adirondacks 7/14/2019-7/20/2019
Group fun, experiencing the natural world in a beautiful place, with great weather, and a amazing guides who provided support and excellent planning/organization.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 7/14/2019-7/20/2019
The trip was the best AGC trip I have taken. We were able to unplug and experience the peacefulness and beauty of the Adirondacks. Falling asleep to the loon calls and waking up to the loon calls was amazing. Paddling out to watch the sunsets from the lake was memorable. Floating lunches and spontaneous swimming made the trip fun. The hand operated locks were an engineering marvel. We had a mixture of calm paddling and enough chop and wind to make it challenging. The teamwork and supportive nature of the participants and guides was the best I have seen on a trip.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 7/14/2019-7/20/2019
being in wilderness, great people
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/19/2018-8/25/2018
The guides, fellow travelers, food, scenery, location
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/19/2018-8/25/2018
Kayaking the beautiful Adirondacks! I loved the simplicity of the trip, the guides and NO driving around!!!
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/19/2018-8/25/2018
Time with friends in an awesome location doing what I love to do.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/19/2018-8/25/2018
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/20/2017-8/26/2017
I really loved the food at all of the places we went, the fact the Ann was a local and could tell us so much about everything was very cool and her and Karen were both confident and helpful and kind through the whole trip (and the food they made was good too!) I liked that we had options sometimes to rest if we needed to but I was having too much fun to skip anything!
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/20/2017-8/26/2017
I gotta admit the carries were a bear. ?? It was a treat to be out in nature during the eclipse. Such a nice variety of paddling conditions - out on the larger lakes and then gliding through the narrow passes through the quiet shallows.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/20/2017-8/26/2017
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/20/2017-8/26/2017
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016
Loved the women on the trip, including the guides. Loved the adventure, especially when we got into areas where there were no signs of people - except for us. I love kayaking so obviously that's important to me - and we did just the right amount. Loved the challenging portages - when they were over. Great team building! Loved the flexibility to stay an additional night at our first campsite - it was SO beautiful.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016
The Fulton Chain and Raquette Lake were so beautiful! Kayaking and camping were, absolutely , the perfect way to travel through them!
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016
It was a beautiful area to kayak and camp in. Loved the sunset kayak, and the days we didn't change coping locations but investigated the area we were staying in.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016
My goal was to experience the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and to improve my paddling skills. The lakes and waterway was beautiful and Anne was very knowledgeable of the region and the history which enhanced the experience. The highlight was being in the company of other woman who encourage each other and appreciate the outdoor and the challenges of a trip like this.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016
Camp sites on the lakes, kayaking Browns tract, quiet late afternoon paddle at Tioga point. Great food. Great leaders.
Kayaking the Adirondacks 8/21/2016-8/27/2016