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Northrunner: Allagash Wilderness Waterway

Canoeists navigate the Long Lake Dam section of the Allgash Wilderness Waterway
hikeography.com

Maine Public TV Air Times:
Thur., July 16 at 9:00 pm
Sat., JuLY 18 at 2:00 pm

It has been a highway to the Native Americans, a vital corridor to Maine's lumber business, and a world-class canoe trip. The Allagash River's uses have been as varied as its twists and turns. Its mystical hold on visitors is unlike that of no other place. Come discover the history of the Allagash Wilderness Waterway — From it's creation in 1966 — with those who live and work there. Northrunner explores the history of this gem of a park in the middle of a working forest. Learn why this place is so revered and engenders so much passion.

To learn more about the Northrunner contact Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands.

The Life of L.L. Bean with Jack Perkins was produced by Andrew Collar of Digitial Spirit Media