Whether you like your outdoors wild or mild, ELC Outdoors has created a choice mix of adventure and recreational packages that explore the rivers and forests of Northern New Hampshire and Western Maine. Choose from a menu of single or multi-day experiences that include a variety of whitewater rafting options, high ropes aerial adventures, and wildlife tours. Both experienced and novice adventurers will find the perfect outdoor experience at ELC Outdoors. All of the adventures are based out of ELC’s beautiful 11-acre property in Errol.
A variety of Whitewater Rafting options are available, including rafting excursions on Class II, III and IV waters.
- Families with young children and anyone looking for a great paddling experience can embark on a Class II/III Androscoggin River adventure. There are several options for enjoying the river on multiple runs.
- For a more intense experience, choose the Class III Magalloway River outing, which includes running Class III rapids. This is an excellent trip for youth groups looking to experience the thrill of whitewater rafting, and families looking for a little adventure.
- Rapid River Whitewater Rafting is a one-of-a kind wilderness rafting experience down one of the steepest rivers in Maine! This classic New England River trip includes a riverside lunch and snacks, pontoon boat ride across Lake Umbagog, and transportation from Errol, NH.
During the Whitewater Rafting & Wildlife Tour, you’ll spend the afternoon whitewater rafting the Androscoggin River in Errol. Then jump aboard the Pontoon Boat for an evening cruise to discover the wildlife of beautiful Lake Umbagog.
If rafting isn’t your interest, you can choose to explore Lake Umbagog on a relaxing Afternoon Wildlife Tour via pontoon boat, with outstanding opportunities to see eagles, osprey, loons, moose, deer and other wildlife.
Learn the basics of whitewater kayaking during ELC’s one- or three-day Whitewater Kayaking courses. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, students learn all the basics, including safety and self-rescue, strokes and maneuvers, scouting rapids, paddler etiquette, and river conservation and stewardship.
ELC’s Zipline & Ropes Courses take participants through an exhilarating aerial course — a series of ropes, wires, platforms and bridge suspended 12- 40 feet off the ground. Spend two hours up to 45 feet above ground on the 10-element ropes course and 2 ziplines.
Participants in ELC’s popular Rafts and Ropes packages have the chance to spend half a day high among the tree tops on the aerial ropes course followed by time on one of the region’s many rivers for a thrilling whitewater rafting experience.
Explore the Androscoggin River or Lake Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge from one of ELC Outdoors’ fleet of Rental Canoes and Kayaks — truly a great way to spend a day, soaking in New Hampshire’s beautiful scenery.
ELC has a fleet of Fat Bikes for rent, making it easy to navigate the many mountain trails in the region. Rental includes the bike, helmet and trail map.
ELC also offers Leadership and Teambuilding events to suit various group needs, making it a good option for schools, corporate groups, families and individuals seeking a unique experience.
ELC supports the principles of sustainable tourism to help foster community development and growth. ELC Outdoors is a proud supporter of 1% for the Planet. A portion of profits also goes to support The Enriched Learning Center, an alternative education program serving youth throughout northern New Hampshire.
Whatever adventure you are seeking, ELC’s knowledgeable and experienced guides will make your trip a memorable one.
ELC Outdoors is located 983 Upton Road in Errol, NH. Click on the website for detailed information about all of the many adventures ELC offers: https://elcoutdoors.com.