This overnight excursion begins with an early morning ferry to Vinalhaven for two very full days biking, hiking, birding and kayaking. This island community lies 15 miles off the coast and is the largest of the 14 year-round island towns of Maine. We'll explore the trails and shores of several MCHT preserves, kayak around the Basin, search the woods and fields for owls and songbirds, and share breakfast with the Vinalhaven Land Trust to learn about conservation on the island.
Please register early, as lodging options on the island are limited!
You may choose to participate in any or all activities offered. Tentative schedule of activities offered includes:
Tuesday, July 15
- Meet MCHT staff at ferry terminal in Rockland for departure on 8:45 ferry. Watch for seabirds and other wildlife, and learn about MCHT's conservation efforts on the island.
- Bike to Huber Preserve for a picnic lunch and afternoon hike (Alternative transportation provided if needed.)
- Evening owling walk at Perry Creek
Wednesday, July 16
- Early morning bird walk
- Breakfast provided at the Vinalhaven Land Trust office to learn about conservation efforts by both VLT and Maine Coast Heritage Trust
- Morning kayak on the Basin, or optional hike
- Picnic lunch provided and walk-about at Scudder Preserve
- Afternoon hike optional
- Depart on afternoon ferry at 2:45 or 4:30, as you wish. (Earlier departures can be accommodated.)
Departs from Rockland via ferry. $125/person; package price includes roundtrip passenger ferry ticket, bike and kayak rentals, Wednesday breakfast and lunch. Options for lodging provided upon reservation.
To register, call 729-7366 or e-mail trips@mcht.org.