Advance P4P Tickets

You’ve waited so patiently, and for that, you get a gold star and an early bird (or waterfowl) ticket.

detailed schedule posted on may 1st

This year’s FLOTILLA theme is about choosing your own adventure. Show up for fun, for friends, for summer, and for a cause you care about. Come as you are in all of your glory.

Trust us when we say: anything goes for how you want to participate! Trek up the river solo, rally your buddies, or form a team.

Float, race, sail, paddle, heckle.. ‘til your heart’s content.

We’ll get you all of the specific deets as the big day gets closer, but for your planning purposes, here’s an outline to ensure that your little black book is 100% wide open on June 14th:

9:30-10:30 Pre-paddle shuttle and logistics:
Paddlers drop boats off to Glidden Point Oyster Farms. @ 637 River Rd. Edgecomb. Then (drive to) catch the shuttle from Shuck Station, @ 68 Main St. Newcastle (That way, your car will be waiting for you when you end the 5 mile paddle at the Damriscotta Town Landing)
11:00 Paddle Starts
12:30 After Party @ Shuck Station
Boogie, Chow, Celebrate, Awards Ceremony
4:00 High-Five, Wrap Up

Wait, awards? like, real ones?

Heck yes! And for those of you out there that love a little recognition, pick the category that suits your ultra-competitive personality best. You won’t be disappointed by the prizes for these four paddle stars.

Fastest Paddler: Speedy Gonzales

Slowest Paddler: Smells The Roses

Spirit & Spice: Costumes, Bedazzle, & Flare, Oh My!

Creative Vessel: Reuse, Recycle, Repurpose, Anyone?

We’re going into our fourth year of this ridiculously fun, family friendly, river lovin’, heel stompin’, oyster shuckin’ gathering of folks. Approximately 275 of you wonderful humans graced us with your good vibes and salty spirits in 2024. You’re showing up for this mission aligned adventure because 1. You’re probably-mostly-always up for a good time, and 2. You know that the work that Hearty Roots does for youth development is imperative. Now more than ever before, our kids and teens need healthy relationships, emotionally supportive spaces, and rad adventures in the natural world.

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THE JAMS

You know we’re going to go above and beyond with the ambiance and your invitation to shake your tail feather on the crushed shell dance floor at Shuck Station. We know a good jam when we hear ‘em, and that’s why we’ve lined up The Boney Rolls:

Dominic Lavoie I Stu Mahan I Mike Chasse I Richard Corson

Step into a time machine and take a sonic ride through the golden era of rock with The Boney Rolls— a band that channels the raw energy, melody, and spirit of the 60’s and 70’s. With a deep love for the classics, they bring to life the music of Tom Petty, The Beatles, The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Neil Young, Pink Floyd, and more, delivering each song with authenticity, fire, and a groove that keeps audiences coming back for more.

Cue suspense music for more information coming about what Douglas Gimbel pulls out of the magic Funktette hat of his.

Boatloads of Gratitude to our Planning Partners:

Glidden Point Oyster Farms | CarsonDouglas Landscape Architecture |

Midcoast Kayak | Shuck station I Ocean blue Fitness

Can Your Business Get In On The Fun? You Betcha!

There are three ways your business can support this benefit paddle & party. You decide what’s best for your organization and how you want to get involved.