The mission of Megunticook Rowing is to strengthen minds, bodies, and community thRough rowing.
ABOUT
MEGUnTICOOK
ROWING
Megunticook Rowing is a nonprofit community rowing organization dedicated to promoting the sport of rowing for people of all ages. We row out of Barrett’s Cove on beautiful Megunticook Lake in Camden, Maine. The name Megunticook has its genesis with the Penobscot Abenaki Indians who called the area Megunticook, which means "great swells of the sea.” We are so fortunate to call the pristine waters of Lake Megunticook our home.
Having just celebrated our 14 year anniversary, we appreciate how much rowing gained a foothold in Midcoast Maine. Both our youth and masters programs have grown considerably. Whether in 4s or 8s, singles, doubles or quads, rowers ages 11-99 embrace the rigor, discipline and pure grit of this sport. There are so many benefits of rowing:mental and physical discipline, improved communication skills, commitment to teamwork, and the excitement of competition and all experienced on the waters of beautiful Megunticook Lake, surrounded by the Camden Hills. The lifelong benefits and gifts of rowing are immeasurable. Talk to any adult who has rowed earlier in life, or even one who started in mid-life!
Don’t know how to row? Our Learn-To-Row program will get you on the water! Rowing is an opportunity for a full body workout, a new meditation - immersed in the beauty of nature, accompanied by like-minded friends. Feeling competitive? Yes, Regattas are for adults too! Our annual Megunticook Regatta brings rowers in from near and far!
Megunticook Rowing is a volunteer-powered organization. Rowing is a detail, logistics, labor-intensive sport. It requires full community engagement to get our rowers on the water. We are committed to safety, learning, and fun. Our volunteers bring countless hours, attention to detail, willingness and readiness to step up and help. Our coaches and boatman bring skill, experience, passion, and dedication. Our donors, community and corporate, share generous support. Many parts make the whole work.
As a 501c3 nonprofit organization, Megunticook Rowing’s mission is to make rowing accessible to the entire community. We welcome all, regardless of age or ability, from near and from far, to join us on the water. Come row with us!
photo credit amy wilton
“an experience like nothing else”
COMMUNITY ROWING
the implicit value
Why row? What exactly is it about rowing? Rowers, both young and old, appreciate the obvious health benefits, the discipline of practice, the sense of camaraderie, the thrill of competition and the beauty of nature. You will also hear about the bigger conversation - how rowing cultivates cooperation, proves service toward the greater good, builds autonomy, interdependence, mastery and leadership, commitment and loyalty, emotional intelligence and compassion, and environmental stewardship. These are lifelong lessons and skills. Megunticook Rowing fosters an opportunity for community building. We strive, through all aspects of our program, to nurture a culture of inclusion, personal integrity, perseverance, as well as accountability for each individual to oneself, the team, and the organization as a whole. We value generous sportsmanship, healthy competition, and community. Whether you are near or far, we welcome you to join us!
photo credit nikki castellano
come row with us!
photo credit amy wilton
