Experiences | Earthways Guide Service | Belfast

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River Trips

St. John River

Experience traditional canoe travel on the Northern Maine border with Canada from the majesty of the St. John River

Allagash River

Immersed in the varied terrain of Northern Maine's Allagash Wilderness Waterway, learn the peaceful and exciting art of traditional canoe travel while living gently on the land

Still Trips

Winter Trip

Learn traditional ways to safely and comfortably enjoy winter trekking and camping on snow and ice

Plants and People at Poland Pond

Join elder herbalist Dr Mary Bove, ND and Master Guide and elder Ray Reitze, and Maine Guide Patrick Dole on this novel herbal canoe adventure exploring the natural world at Poland Pond and other unique ecosystems in the North Woods of Maine.

Poland Pond

From the relaxing stillness of historic Poland Pond, venture out on day trips to explore the beauty and wonder of multiple unique ecosystems

Skill Days

Skills Days

Pack Baskets

Pack Baskets

Learn the art of making a beautiful and versatile traditional pack basket you will use for years to come

Canoe Poling

Canoe Poling

Experience the grace and versatility available in the practice of traditional canoe poling

Traditional Baskets

Traditional Baskets

Learn traditional techniques to make your own baskets and containers from local materials

Paddle Making

Paddle Making

Create your own customizable canoe paddle

Map & Compass

Map & Compass

Where am I, and where am I going? Interpreting maps and compass bearings in new terrain.

Build a Bushcamp

Build a Bushcamp

Gathering natural materials to construct a comfortable shelter that is ecologically sound

Basic Bush Skills

Basic Bush Skills

Learn skills and practices needed to be safe and comfortable in the bush

Tool Sharpening

Tool Sharpening

Learn to sharpen and maintain traditional hand tools

-Four day meditation program with Ray and Molly -

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