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#148 - 1,500 Miles Solo: Linking the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and Maine Island Trail with John Connelly

Update: 2025-09-22

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In today's episode, John Connolly recounts his 75-day, 1,500-mile solo journey connecting the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and the Maine Island Trail, traveling by canoe and sea kayak through rivers, lakes, portages, and the tidal Bay of Fundy.

John describes the trip’s challenges and highlights—upstream paddling, long portages, dramatic tides, wildlife encounters, and community support.

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Photo credit: Rafael Gallo

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#148 - 1,500 Miles Solo: Linking the Northern Forest Canoe Trail and Maine Island Trail with John Connelly

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