5 Days Out: Last call to paddle Linekin Bay for youth marine education!

Join the Boothbay Sea and Science Center on Saturday, Aug. 8 for the inaugural Paddlepalooza.

Mon, 08/03/2026 - 12:15pm

Pauline Dion, BSSC

The clock is ticking! With just five days remaining, excitement is reaching a peak for the Boothbay Sea and Science Center’s (BSSC) inaugural Paddlepalooza on Linekin Bay, taking place Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 (Rain date: Sunday, Aug. 9).

Paddlers of all experience levels and all ages 12+ are invited to grab their kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or rowboat for a morning of ocean adventure, community camaraderie, and purpose.

Event Logistics at a Glance

Location: Murray Hill Road Public Boat Launch, East Boothbay, ME

Check-In: 8 a.m.

Paddlers Launch: 9 a.m.

Choose Your Adventure

Participants can pick between two scenic coastal routes starting and ending at the Murray Hill Road Public Boat Launch:

Route A (9 a.m. Launch): A 4.3-mile scenic route heading east toward Bayville, tracking the coastline to Linekin Bay Resort, and rounding the southern tip of Cabbage Island.

Route B (9:15 a.m. Launch): A 1.7-mile leisurely route heading south around Perch Island, keeping paddlers close to the beautiful coastline.

Strokes for Support

Every dollar raised directly funds the BSSC Financial Assistance Program, ensuring hands-on, experiential marine science and sailing programs remain affordable and accessible to local youth and families, regardless of financial circumstance.

BSSC is also proud to honor Paul & Sue Taylor as the official 2026 event honorees in celebration of this inaugural launch.

Sponsors and Supporters

We are grateful for our Sponsors that include Katharine (Kate) Horgan, Janson’s Clothing, J. Edward Knight Insurance, Bath Savings Institution, E.M. Wood Construction, and an anonymous donor. And we arethankful for the support we are receiving from BRTV and Hodgdon Yachts.

Register Today and Save

Beat the day-of entry fee and guarantee your event gear by registering online before Saturday!