We had exceptional weather, ideal water levels, and an absence of blackflies for our almost annual Machias River Trip. Four Machias veterans participated: Rick Farnsworth and Morgan Baxter in solo canoes and Ken Gordon and Ron Chase in expedition kayaks. Due to multiple road closures, we decided on a four-day trip from about a mile above Carrick Rips to the Village of Machias. Morgan shortened his trip by a day taking out at Smith Landing. This was truly an exceptional expedition; great company, exceptional weather, perfect water levels and outstanding cooking by Rick and Morgan. We styled all of the difficult rapids.
Penobscot Paddle and Chowder Society
Where Maine Paddling Began
