Paddle Maine's Moose River Loop & Bow Trip

Maine's Only Loop-Route Paddle that Starts & Finishes in the Same Place!Get insider information about paddling one of Maine's most breathtaking water trails, the Moose River Loop (Moose Loop) & Bow Trip in Jackman! This 40-page book features everything you need to know before you go, including the most accurate and detailed map of the trip you will find anywhere! There are two different adventures in this book- the Moose River Loop that starts and finishes in the same place, or the Bow Trip that avoids a long portage and requires transportation back to the start.The book also includes things to know before you go, what to bring, detailed information about each section of the river, and full-color photos of images from the trip and reference photos so you know what to expect and look for!FeaturesTrip overview including the number of miles for each trip, days to complete, information about the rapids, portages, hazards to look out for, fees, who to contact to get your vehicle from Holeb Landing to Attean Landing for the Bow Trip, and emergency contact numbers.Full-color maps that show: Access roads to parking areasThe paddle route for both tripsPortage trail routesNearby hiking trailsCampsitesDay use sitesBoat launchesHand carry launchesPoints of referenceRapidsWaterfallsNatural springsPrecise GPS coordinates and easy-to-understand driving directions to put-in parking areas and hard-to-find portage trailheads and turns in the river.Things to know before you go: What to bring (and what NOT to bring)Essential gearClothingFoodPersonal ItemsHow to pack your gearCamping informationDetailed information about each section of the trip including: DistanceNumber of campsitesNumber of day-use sitesPoints of interestDirectionsInsider informationDetailed full-color photos showing the incredible beauty of the area, portage trailheads, and reference points along the route, all with descriptions.