Each year, KBC’s experienced and skilled volunteers provide exciting and educational weekend kayak programs. Arrive Friday late afternoon/early evening and leave Sunday by 2:00 PM. Our legendary meals are provided Saturday morning, Saturday evening and Sunday morning.
Be sure to read the detailed program descriptions, if you have questions about any of the programs, send email to: registrar@amckbc.org
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Lobster & Kayaking Weekend
August 1 – 3 (Friday evening thru Sunday early afternoon)
$260 (AMC members)
$300 (non-members)
We’ve been running this lobster weekend for over 30 years, and it’s everyone’s favorite. Enjoy a day’s paddling on Saturday, followed by a fantastic lobster bake, and end the weekend with a half-day paddle on Sunday. Cost includes meals & lodging.
(Please read the Detailed Description BEFORE you Register)
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Introduction to Sea Kayaking
September 5 – 7 (Friday evening thru Sunday early afternoon)
$250 (AMC members)
$285 (non-members)
Do you enjoy kayaking on lakes, rivers and marshes? When you drive along the seashore or walk along the beach, do you think about how much fun it would be to kayak on the ocean but don’t know how or where to begin? The Introduction to Sea Kayaking weekend is designed to help you take that first step to transition from flat water kayaking to sea kayaking in a safe, friendly, and fun environment. You will be introduced to topics such as safety, currents, waves, chart reading and sea kayaking equipment. Led by experienced sea kayakers, you will enjoy the beauty and thrill of paddling along the Maine coast in the company of eagles, osprey, and seals. If you don’t have a sea kayak or the necessary sea kayaking gear, no problem. See the information on renting in the detailed description. Cost includes meals & lodging.
(Please read the Detailed Description BEFORE you Register)
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WOW – Women on Water Weekend
September 12 – 14 (Friday evening thru Sunday early afternoon)
$250 (AMC members)
$285 (non-members)
Be a part of a new tradition! Enjoy a weekend of great paddling, yoga and food in the company of wonderful women! Riding the waves as we kayak along the scenic Maine coast, we may see eagles, loons, porpoises, seals and osprey. On our yoga mats, we’ll flow through poses designed to relax and rejuvenate. Get ready for a weekend of kayaking, yoga, and Fun! WOW is being led by women members of the KBC Volunteer Committee. Cost includes meals & lodging. Don’t let this opportunity float by! Register now for this remarkable experience!
(Please read the Detailed Description BEFORE you Register)
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Spring & Fall Work Weekends
May 9 – 11 & October 17 – 19
(Friday evening thru Sunday early afternoon)
Are you looking for an opportunity to become an AMC volunteer? This is a chance to learn more about one of the AMC’s Volunteer Led Camps & Cabins (VCC), Knubble Bay Camp and Beal Island.
Every spring and fall, the Committee holds a work weekend to make repairs, do maintenance, get together as a group and have some fun. Join us for the 2025 spring work weekend May 9 – 11 or fall work weekend October 17 – 19. Come for the weekend, a day, or just have a dinner with us Saturday night. Registration is informal, send an email to registrar@amckbc.org and let us know you will be coming. Also let us know if you have any questions. We hope to see you!
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Introduction to Coastal Navigation
June 20 – 22 (Friday evening thru Sunday early afternoon)
$250 (AMC members)
$285 (non-members)
Learn the fundamentals of coastal navigation including using a chart & compass, planning a trip, navigating in fog, and understanding how tides, currents and weather affect you. Past participants have raved about the quality of the course materials, the hands-on instruction, the fun they had, the stress-free learning environment, and of course, the home cooked meals! We will launch our kayaks from the beach at Knubble Bay Camp and practice navigating while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding coastline and islands. To maximize our time on the water, you will complete 4-hours of self-paced on-line learning prior to the weekend. At your convenience, you will watch a series of 5-to-10-minute videos that were developed specifically for this course. Each video provides clear and concise instruction on one course topic. The cost includes meals, lodging & instruction. If you don’t own a sea kayak, you can rent one. Please see the detailed course description below for more information. We hope to see you there!
(Please read the Detailed Description BEFORE you Register)
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Wilderness First Aid Weekend (SOLO WFA)
May 16 – 18
| SOLO Course Fee | Meals & Lodging | |
| AMC Member | $180 | $145 OR $40 |
| AMC Volunteer or Employee | $80 | $145 OR $40 |
| Non-Member | $200 | $145 OR $40 |
Beat the traffic and join us for a weekend of room, board and AMC staff-led WFA training at Knubble Bay Camp. This course will teach you how to identify and treat medical issues common to wilderness settings and to prepare for long-term care scenarios. Includes lecture and hands-on practice. Upon completion, participants receive 16-hour WFA certification. This course may be used to recertify a current SOLO Wilderness First Responder. Optional CPR certification.
+ Course begins 9 am Saturday. Ends 5:30 pm Sunday.
+ Arrive after 3 pm Friday, or come Saturday morning.
+ Six delicious meals: Friday supper (5:30-7:30 pm), 3 meals/snacks on Saturday; breakfast and lunch on Sunday.
This year registration will be a 2-step process. First, use the link below to register with AMC for the SOLO WFA training at Knubble Bay Camp (KBC) and pay the SOLO course fee. Once you have completed that step, use the other link below to register with us and pay for meals & lodging.
| STEP 1 | STEP 2 |
| AMC Registration | Register With Us |
