Kayaking the Maine Coast: A Paddler's Guide to Day Trips from Kittery to Cobscook (Second Edition) [Paperback]

Dorcas S. Miller (Author)

Book Description

Series: Kayaking the Maine Coast: A Paddler's Guide to Day Trips from | Publication Date: June 5, 2006

The most comprehensive resource for sea kayak trips along the entire Maine coast.

Dorcas Miller explored every inch of Maine's rocky coast to produce what has become the indispensable resource for anyone who launches a kayak in Maine's coastal waters. In this completely updated edition, she has once again scoured the shore from south to north for the latest information on launch sites, mainland and island accessibility, historic sites, and natural areas. Paddlers at all levels will appreciate the detailed information for planning day trips and multi-day expeditions.

Here you'll find maps, diagrams, and photographs; trip suggestions; information on tides, currents, safety considerations and danger zones; tips on low-impact paddling; an overview of Maine's coastal flora and fauna; a list of salt-water campgrounds; and an inventory of guide services, rentals, and sea kayaking programs.

Forts and lighthouses, dramatic cliffs and stunning pocket beaches, granite-rimmed islands and half-tide ledges await your discovery. 57 black-and-white photographs and 29 maps

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About the Author

Dorcas S. Miller has an extensive background in adventure education, environmental advocacy, and natural history. A former Outward Bound instructor, whitewater guide, Maine Guide, and director of Maine's Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program, she has been sea kayaking since 1983. Her books include Kayaking the Maine Coast, Backcountry Cooking, More Backcountry Cooking, and Constellation Finder.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Countryman Press; Second Edition edition (June 5, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881507059
• ISBN-13: 978-0881507058
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #366,799 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best kayaking guidebook I've ever read!, July 26, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Kayaking the Maine Coast: A Paddler's Guide to Day Trips from Kittery to Cobscook (Paperback)

I've been sea kayaking for 16 years, all of them on the coast of Maine, as well as many other places around the globe. . .and I've read LOTS of sea kayaking guidebooks. . .and this is by far the BEST I've ever read!

I thought that I already "knew" the coast of Maine really well. . .but reading Dorcas' book, I realize there is lots to learn and lots more coast to explore.

Not only has Dorcas done a superb job at gathering a huge amount of information useful for kayakers, she has presented it in a very kayaker- and reader-friendly way. I really appreciate that it isn't a book of "suggested trips," but rather a book with thorough info about launching spots, safety considerations, places of interest, and useful local knowledge. Her focus on natural and cultural history information also helps me figure out places I want to explore.

Have I used the book? Yes, this past weekend I went paddling near Kittery and the book was helpful for figuring out launching spots and weather/tide concerns to watch out for. And when we found a baby seal "stranded" on the beach, I knew that there was a phone number in Dorcas' book that we could call to report the "stranding" and help out the seal. We called, the seal was fine.

And relaxing after the paddle, I started thumbing through the book to figure out the next stretch of coast I wanted to explore.

This is definitely a must-have book for any sea kayaker planning a trip to Maine!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kayaking in the northeast, July 3, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Kayaking the Maine Coast: A Paddler's Guide to Day Trips from Kittery to Cobscook (Paperback)

Kayaking in the Northeast has just gotten easier and NE kayakers much better informed thanks to the release of D. Miller's book. This book lives up to its title in every way. The book is well written, detailed enough to provide confidence and an opportunity to plan well for a paddle adventure. The information in this book will save those less familiar with the coast of Maine many frustrating mistakes and bad trips,and for those more familiar with Maine some new ideas on what to do and see. In addition there are informative chapters all who use the coast of Maine for recreation should know and follow. For those of us beginning to explore the coast of Maine by kayak this is an essential addition our bookshelf.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Useful but lacking, August 20, 2001

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Dennis Dean (Derry, NH USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kayaking the Maine Coast: A Paddler's Guide to Day Trips from Kittery to Cobscook (Paperback)

Good information but very general and lacks any useful detail. One can get a lot of this information on line or from the locals.