# Event Details - **Event Name**: Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 28 Sep, 2024 at 08:00 am – Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Experience the vibrant colors of fall as we paddle along Pushaw Stream.About this EventJoin us for a peaceful paddle surrounded by the first brilliant colors of fall as the trees along the water begin to glow. Experience autumn’s beauty from the best seat in the house - a kayak or canoe!This paddle will be held flotilla-style with canoes and kayaks. You may use one of our boats, or bring your own. We will move slowly as a group, allowing time for photos, viewing with binoculars, and generally admiring the view. Beginners welcome.Location: Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, Gate 3, 35 Hudson Road, Alton, Maine 04468 (MAP BELOW)Tickets:Restricted to Ages 8+ for safetyPlease reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket. Tickets are limited .Questions? Email: brianna@hirundomaine.org__________________________________________________________________________MORE EVENT INFOLocation: Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, Gate 3, 35 Hudson Road, Alton, Maine 04468 (MAPS BELOW)How to prepare:Wear layers, wear sturdy shoes, and bring a water bottle. You will need bugspray and would benefit from a headnet to use while we board and offboard the boats. You are welcome to bring snacks on this trip. We also suggest sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen.Bathrooms:There will be an outhouse available for use before and after the paddle. This outhouse is NOT ADA accessible as there is a step to get inside, no support railings, and it is a small space. There are no lights or running water in this outhouse, but hand sanitizer is provided.Event Conditions:This event will occur entirely outdoors. There is a steep decline/incline to and from the boat launch area. You will be entering and exiting the canoes with limited paddle guide assistance. This will be a casual, slow paced, paddle.Accessibility Info:This event will occur entirely outdoors. There is a short, grassy hill (Average slope 8.6%, maximum 16%) to and from the boat launch area. There is seating available at the top and bottom of the hill. Hirundo volunteers/staff can bring kayaks/canoes from the boatyard to the water’s edge if needed, and hold the vessel steady while entering/leaving. This will be a casual, slow-paced paddle. Single kayaks, double kayaks, and canoes are available.VIDEO OF LOCATION BELOW_________________________________________________________________________________________________Weather PolicyHirundo will cancel a program when weather presents an unsafe condition for participants. Due to the unpredictability of the weather, Hirundo reserves the right to cancel programs at any point when it is deemed unsafe. Participants will be notified of cancellations via the contact info provided at registration.Full Moon programming (hikes, paddles) will not be canceled due to cloud coverage, and unobstructed views of the moon are not guaranteed.Final determination for cancellation is dependent on weather. Weather related cancellations will be made 3 hours in advance of the program. Please check your email before traveling to Hirundo Wildlife Refuge.Refund PolicyIf Hirundo cancels a program/event a full refund will be issued to every registrant. The refund will be issued via Eventbrite and may take several days to complete. Cancellations and notice of refunds will be sent to the email provided on eventbrite at time of registration.At this time we are unable to offer full refunds. Ticket transfers will be available upon requests made more than 5 days in advance of the program. Tickets can be transfered to other programs/events of equal or about equal value (within $5 of orginal price ticket).Rain Date PolicyHirundo may choose to offer an alternative rain date for some events. This date will be posted at the time of event advertising and the ticket holder commits to being available for either date. No refunds will be given to ticket holders who cannot attend the rain-date unless they request a refund more than 5 days prior to the rescheduled date. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/7870fe50-c10e-11f1-aa7e-893ff00ac3f2-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://vimeo.com/1096993052 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/788c7590-c10e-11f1-aa7e-893ff00ac3f2-rimg-w883-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/leaf-peeping-paddle-at-hirundo/10000996126149127 - **Event Categories**: sports, it, trips-adventures - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: 35 Hudson Rd - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 32, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Alton - **state**: ME - **country**: United States - **location**: 35 Hudson Rd - **lat**: 44.9857145 - **long**: -68.79128469999999 - **full address**: 35 Hudson Rd, 35 Hudson Road, Alton, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/637b23ffde0753f3777437dab05f5eff555004d4623b852667bdb1e1b1689da0-rimg-w1200-h600-dc5d462e-gmir.jpg?v=1783773997 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo being held? - **A:** Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo takes place on Sat, 28 Sep, 2024 at 08:00 am to Sun, 11 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 35 Hudson Rd, 35 Hudson Road, Alton, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo? - **A:** Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo is organized by Hirundo Wildlife Refuge. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Leaf Peeping Paddle at Hirundo is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Alton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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