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    MITA Guidance on NSPN Trip Reports

    in Trip Reports

    Posted

    Prompted by inquiries by NSPN members, the MITA Trail Committee recently took up the subject of NSPN Trip Report postings and private island information.  We understand that the past NSPN guidance has been to omit pictures and direct references to privately owned islands on the Trail.  We are unsure of the history of this practice; although we understand and appreciate that the motivation has been out of respect for island owner privacy and promotion of responsible use.

    We believe that it is ok for NSPN members to post pictures and describe their experiences visiting both private and public islands on the NSPN Trip Report Board.  We say this out of MITA’s trust for NSPN members and considering that the trip reports are a modest means of promoting use by responsible users. However, recognizing that the trip reports may not contain all of the information necessary to plan a visit to these places, we ask that the following disclaimer be added to such reports…….

    Access to coastal islands is a privilege built on landowner trust and visitor care. Visitation guidelines vary by island and owner expectations can change from year to year. When planning a trip, please be sure you have the most up to date information for each island, and be a mindful guest when you visit. The Maine Island Trail Association is a good source of information about many coastal Maine islands open for recreational use, www.MITA.org. MITA membership is the best way to keep current and support responsible use and stewardship of these special places. 

    The intent is to make sure that readers of reports understand that the NSPN trip report is not the equivalent of the information MITA provides in the guide and App, and that the owner’s wishes are more likely to be understood and respected with full and current information. As you know many islands have areas open for visitation and areas that are not.  Visits to some islands are restricted to parts of the season due to nesting seabirds. Some owners ask that visitors call in advance to obtain permission/reservations.  Owner wishes may change from year to year.  

    Island and mainland sites are able to be identified as part of the Maine Island Trail on the basis of trust and a handshake.  We also have trust that NSPN members understand the special relationship with island owners flows to users through MITA.  MITA is continually working to improve the trail, and to support access, responsible use, and care for these special places. Thanks NSPN, we look forward to seeing you on the trail. 

    If there are questions please respond to this positing, private message to me,  or by email to MITA’s Program Director Brian Marcaurelle, brian@mita.org. 

     

    Where in Maine? A few places I've kayak-camped

    in General Message Board

    Posted

    Excellent cornucopia of paddle trip photos Gary.  I think I have most of them.  See below in white 

    1. Umbagog

    2. ??Hockmock Bay

    3. Hay

    4.Steves

    5.Marshall Island

    6.Jewell Island

    7. Trott

    8. Crow Cranberry

    9. Bois Bubert

    10. Cross Island

    11. Fort Island

    12. Little Ram?

    13. Duck Harbor

    14. ???

    15. Dunno

    16. Ram Sheepscot

    17. Lobster Lake

    18. Goslings

    19. Big Baker

    20. Lobster Buoy Campground

    21. Black Island

    22???

    23 Head Harbor Island

    Bold Coast 2020

    in Past Trips

    Posted

    At this point, I am guessing it is safe to assume that Maine's policy is not going to change between here and the end of the year. How many of the folks signed up would be willing to get a COVID test in accordance with the present policy?  See the Maine CDC website for details about the travel policy.  

    The latest on easing up in Maine

    in General Message Board

    Posted

    I know that Maine requirements for quarantine have caused a lot of consternation but speaking as a Mainer it is good policy.  It appears that CV will be with us all for a lot longer than we would hope so we have to err on protectiveness.  If you dont think so just look at the data for North Carolina, Florida, Texas and other states.  So much for the virus disappearing with warm weather. 

    But there is hope: See the emboldened text below and link to the latest Maine CDC guidance. 

    Here is a link to the latest advisories related to travel into Maine.  https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/airborne/coronavirus.shtml#travel

    What do I do if I'm traveling or returning to Maine from out of state?

    It is mandated that all out-of-state travelers coming into Maine, as well as Maine residents returning to Maine, complete a 14-day quarantine upon arrival. This means:

    • You need to arrive with enough food for 14 days or arrange to have food delivered to you. You cannot go out to grocery stores.
    • Stay at home. You cannot go out to public places.
    • Avoid contact with others, especially those who are at high risk of severe COVID-19 illness.

    The State will allow adults who obtain and receive a negative COVID-19 test ideally within the past 72 hours to forgo the 14-day quarantine upon arrival in Maine. Maine is strongly urging visitors to “Know Before You Go,” meaning they should get tested and receive their test results in their home state before traveling to Maine, which will allow them to take appropriate action depending on the result. Individuals may be tested upon arrival in Maine as well, but they must quarantine while awaiting the results.

    Additionally, the State will exempt residents of New Hampshire and Vermont from the testing and 14-day quarantine requirement altogether because, when adjusted for population, the prevalence of active cases of COVID-19 in these states is similar to that in Maine. This exemption is effective immediately for travel and effective June 12 for stays in lodging establishments.

    People who are not residents of Maine, New Hampshire or Vermont and are visiting Maine will be asked to sign a Certificate of Compliance indicating either that they have received a negative COVID-19 test result, that they will quarantine in Maine for 14 days, or that they have already completed their quarantine in Maine. This compliance form must be provided to check-in at all Maine lodging, campgrounds, seasonal rentals, overnight camps, and other commercial lodging, such as Airbnb. Visitors may be asked to furnish proof of the negative test result upon request. It will become effective July 1 (Stage 3) when lodging establishments may begin serving residents outside of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.

     

     

    Shark bites boat

    in General Message Board

    Posted

    David. We should add some reflective strips and put some balls from our pool tables into the empty hatches of our boats if we want to be better lures.  I have joked with a friend about posting nutritional information on the bottom of our boats. 

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