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The Saco River is an easy canoe trip with no rapids and generally warm water at this time of the season. Participants should be comfortable with water-based trips and have good swimming skills. Participants will be camping along the river, yet there are some amenities available at two of the three campsites.
Important Dates
June 5:
NOW AVAILABLE: On-line registration will be open and must be completed by July 8. Completed health and immunization forms must be mailed or faxed to the Colby Health Center as soon as possible. As soon as you know you are coming to Colby, please schedule an appointment with your doctor. You cannot attend school unless this information has been reviewed by Colby Health Center staff.
August 26:

Check in for first-year students is August 26

August 29:

Departure on the outdoor portion of orientation is August 29  between 8 and 9 a.m.

August 31:

Return from the outdoor trips portion of orientation will be between 10 and 2 p.m.

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