Established in 1986, the Maine Canoe Symposium is a volunteer-run, non-profit event. The Symposium encourages participants of all ages to develop an understanding and appreciation of the diversity of North American canoeing heritage and to develop canoeing and related skills through educational workshops, presentations, and hands-on instruction.

The MCS offers something for everyone. The program encompasses the whole range of paddling, including basic recreational, competitive, freestyle, and whitewater, as well as traditional canoe tripping and poling.

In addition to the on-water program, the Symposium also features land-based workshops on a variety of related topics including history, geography, cooking, and bushcraft - just to name a few.

One of the best parts of the Symposium is the unique children's program which includes kid-friendly canoeing and wilderness related experiences.

This is a great family event - highly recommended . A number of the instructors are Master Maine Guides who share their years of experience in the woods. Participants range from folks just getting started to folks to those who’ve been out and about. And everyone shares. Well worth it.

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