Bogs and the Ice Age

Photo by Katherine Cassidy

Bogs, a place where science and folklore collide, have fascinated people since ancient times. Come join us to search for rare plants, dwarfed trees and insect-eating flora in an alpine ecosystem. See the effects a mile high sheet of ice has left here.

The walks take place on West Quoddy Head in Lubec or on Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada (or both).

Recommendations: For the woods walk, wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for wet, muddy and uneven conditions. As always in Lubec, dress in layers to be ready for rapidly changing weather conditions.

The trip across the bridge to Canada and back requires a government issued photo ID and proof of citizenship for US and Canadian citizens.

Approximate time: 2 hours.

Fitness Level: Depending on your walking ability, we can chose between a walk through the woods with some steep climbs to get to the bog, or a bog where the boardwalk is adjacent to parking.

TOUR DATES: Available by request or appointment, at least 24 hours in advance.

Call 1-888-347-9302
to reserve this tour. Minimum Reservations Required for Tour: 2

Maximum Reservations Accepted: 12

Suggested Donation: $20 per person.

$15 per person if your reservation is for a group of 4 or more.

Reservation Requirements

1. Pre-registration at least 24 hours in advance.

2. Signed form titled "Responsibility Statement, Liability Disclaimer and Permission to Photograph". Each adult must sign a form. Families living at the same address may sign on the same form. These forms will be available at the tour office. Download sample form.

3. Credit card information: When you schedule a tour by phone or e-mail, we will take your credit card number (preferably by phone) to reserve the space. If you do not show up and have not cancelled the reservation at least 24 hours before the tour, you will be charged our suggested donation amount. When you take the tour you may pay for the tour by credit card, check or cash. Your credit card will be charged the amount you would like to donate (which must be at least our suggested donation amount).

When you pay online through PayPal, if you cancel in writing or by telephone at least 24 hours before the tour, the tour fee minus 10% administrative fee will be refunded to you. There will be no refund for cancellation less than 24 hours or for no shows.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Please read this before scheduling your tour.

There are many risks and uncertainties inherent in any tour, including but not limited to the hazards of various modes of transportation and the forces of nature. We at Tours of Lubec and Cobscook will do all in our power to make our tours as safe and enjoyable as possible. We expect you to exercise caution in hazardous conditions. Please be advised that our boat tours are weather dependent and may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Our other tours may or may not be cancelled due to rain or fog.

Call us before the tour if there is any question. If the tour will proceed, remember that these conditions may cause slippery walking. Lubec weather can be very different from that a few miles inland, and can change suddenly and unexpectedly. It is always colder on the water, so dress in layers for the boat trip.