American Packrafting Association

2026 East Coast RoundUp

Packraft Maine Guided Trips

Big news: APA is heading east!

They are organizing a mini East Coast RoundUp in Maine over Labor Day weekend (September 4–7). Packraft Maine is excited to welcome everyone, and share some of our favorite rivers. The gathering will take place at Chewonki's Big Eddy Campground in Millinocket, Maine along the West Branch of the Penobscot River. Registration will be limited to 40 spots, and APA members get first access and discounted registration.

In addition to all of the included activities, Packraft Maine will be hosting daily guided trips on some of our favorite local rivers, open to Round Up attendees. These Packraft Maine trips are not a part of the official APA RoundUp programming and are independent of the APA RoundUp."

Round Up Guided Trips

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