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"We decided to begin about a mile above Carrick Rips near the confluence with the West Branch and paddle to Machias, a four-day trip."

  For the 28 April 2024 episode of the Interpreter Radio Show, the hosts were Steve Densley and John Thompson, joined by their special guest Clifford

"Our chaotic escapade was one of the most remarkable paddling endeavors in recent memory."

"Paddling alone is a classic whitewater mistake."

Another benefit of Rumford Whitecap Mountain is the relative ease of obtaining the visual rewards.

Middle and Peaked Mountains in the Mount Washington Valley offer a clear view of western Maine, and are a reasonably quick hike.

"Beyond the summit cairn, we encounter one of Maine’s most extraordinary views: a picturesque pond surrounded by three alpine peaks."

Mount Blue proved a more difficult hike for Ron and Nancy Chase, who encountered ice up and down the trail.

"After passing Sheep Porcupine Island, we navigated to a secluded gravel beach on the northwest side of Burnt Porcupine Island for lunch."