Fred C Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 Paddlers on the trip were Scott, Allan, Judy, Fred, Marie, Bob, and John. We all met at the beach off of Cutter Street in Portland ME. As it turned out there was a race scheduled that day where teams were running, biking and paddling. There was still ample parking but much more of a crowd there than normal. On a hot day like Saturday I will take being on the water anytime over running or biking. After a quick meeting on the beach we all put in and paddled across to Little Diamond seeing one seal pop up for a quick look at us as we crossed over. The water was cool and calm, practically flat and there was a mist/fog burning off in the distance beyond the fort. We then paddled at a leisurely pace clockwise along Little Diamond, Great Diamond and Cow Island. We stopped and had lunch on the beach next to Diamond Cove Marina. We then continued down past Little Diamond. On the way back to the put-in we stopped at Fort Gorges. The fort was built in 1858. It is worth stopping in to check it out. There is a little beach to leave kayaks on while you take a walk around. We then headed back to the beach at the put in where those that could, rolled to cool off on what was a very hot day. Total distance was about 9 miles. Thanks to Bob for organizing the trip. It was a good paddle and it was nice to meet everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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