Travel one of Maine’s most iconic waterways, where a mix of negotiating flat water, choppy waves, and portages take your paddling, outdoor, and leadership skills to the next level. Highlights include the thrill of Class I and II rapids, spotting wildlife from eagles to otters, and learning about the river’s rugged logging history.
Ideal for campers who have completed our Maine Northwoods Canoe trip or have similar experience.
2027 Dates and Rates:
Length: 2 Weeks
Dates: July 14—27; August 1—14
Eligible grades: Current 9th and 10th graders
Group size: 5 — 10 plus 2 trip leaders
Starting location: Wiscasset, Maine
Price: Please visit our Program Rates Page for current pricing.
Itinerary: Start at Johnson Pond in the North Maine Woods and paddle south down the East Branch of the Penobscot River.
So many things to see and do!
It’s hard to pack all the excitement of a Chewonki experience into a short webpage, so we encourage you to reach out to our team for a phone call, or to schedule a tour in the off season.
We hope to see you at camp next summer!
Questions? Please Contact Us!
- Camp Office: (207) 656-1170
- Camp Office Email: camp@chewonki.org
Essential Eligibility Information
Providing safe, equitable, and inclusive education programs is our purpose and mission. While we do not specialize in programming for people with disabilities, we welcome a diverse community of participants and we will seek safe, reasonable accommodations whenever possible.
