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ROW SAFELY!
TIDE -We are blessed with an unusual tidal variation at the Water St boat
ramp. Our tide goes out for about 8 hours and comes in for 4 hours. Usual range is 4-5 feet. It does come
up quickly. -Outgoing tides can increase the current; incoming tides can diminish the current.
It is not a big change. -Tidal effects can be overwhelmed by high river flow rates. -Always hold, secure, or anchor your boat. Removal to the grassy area always works!
-Regarding both entrances to Merrymeeting Bay: Do NOT attempt 2 hours before or after low tide in an Association boat. -Regarding the Cow Island channel: Do NOT attempt 2 hours before or after low tide in an Association boat. RIVER FLOW -The Androscoggin is subject to seasonal
and unexpected changes in flow rate. -Learn-to-Row classes will NOT launch above 10,000 cfs. -We recommend not launching any boat above 15,000 cfs. Please don't go out alone at high flows (over 10k). -Regarding both entrances to Merrymeeting Bay: If you can hear them, don't go near them.
WEATHER -While Maine is truely Heaven-on-Earth, the weather here is not
always kind to rowers. Check the forecast before leaving the house. -DO NOT ROW if lightening
is expected. If you hear ANY thunder, get to a safe place immediately. -Winds over 15
mph are unfavorable to rowers.
Row Safely! (No
Refunds)
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