My last paddle of 2014 was on Dec. 27th. It was a day around 42* ('merican), and the tidal section of the Cathance, in Bowdoinham, was completely clear of ice. I was hoping to beat that this year.
By early December, it was clear I wouldn't have an issue (yeah Global Warming!). I got my chance on Dec. 31. We had just recently gotten enough snow that parking was more of an issue than finding open water.
I chose the Cathance River again, but I went to the upper section in Topsham. It's a beautiful section of river. The issue is routes 295, and 201. You pass under these as you head north. There is a certain point as you're paddling away from the highway, you suddenly notice the road noise is gone. I didn't get that far.
The temperature hit 37*, and the sun was out most of the time. It was very comfortable with just a couple of layers.
The river is very narrow, and passes through wooded area as you head down river, which leads to a group of gnarly rapids.
I headed south until the first rip, then headed back north of the put in. Once you pass under rte 201, you reach the grazing land of Bisson Farms. The river meanders for a few miles until you each Bradley Pond.
With the idea of taking photos, and film, I didn't make it very far at all. I spent more time editing the film.
This is my first attempt at any kind of film (and attempt to share…hopefully it's viewable!). There is supposed to be a link below. I hope you enjoy it
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By early December, it was clear I wouldn't have an issue (yeah Global Warming!). I got my chance on Dec. 31. We had just recently gotten enough snow that parking was more of an issue than finding open water.
I chose the Cathance River again, but I went to the upper section in Topsham. It's a beautiful section of river. The issue is routes 295, and 201. You pass under these as you head north. There is a certain point as you're paddling away from the highway, you suddenly notice the road noise is gone. I didn't get that far.
The temperature hit 37*, and the sun was out most of the time. It was very comfortable with just a couple of layers.
The river is very narrow, and passes through wooded area as you head down river, which leads to a group of gnarly rapids.
I headed south until the first rip, then headed back north of the put in. Once you pass under rte 201, you reach the grazing land of Bisson Farms. The river meanders for a few miles until you each Bradley Pond.
With the idea of taking photos, and film, I didn't make it very far at all. I spent more time editing the film.
This is my first attempt at any kind of film (and attempt to share…hopefully it's viewable!). There is supposed to be a link below. I hope you enjoy it
.
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