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Delivery includes equipment transport, setup, and concise intro lesson!

Borrow a temporary equipment carrying rack for self-transport as far away as you want!

Exceptional gear, advice, and service.

🦦 Is your paddling location tidal? Call us for scheduling advice! 📝

  • 1. CHOOSE RENTAL GEAR
    • Beach Chairs and Gear Rental
    • Fishing Gear Rental
    • Kayak Rental
    • Paddle Board Rental
    • Canoe Rental
    • Paddlesports Add-ons
    • Bodyboard Rental
    • Wetsuit and Accessories Rental
    • Tree Camping Tent Rental
    • Ground Camping Tent Rental
    • Sleeping Gear for Camping Rental
    • Cooler Rental
    • Disc Golf Kit Rental
    • Dog Powered Sports Gear Rental
    • Snowshoes Rental
    • Cross Country Skis Rental
  • 2. PICKUP OR DELIVERY?
    • Option 1: Turnkey
      • Delivery, Setup and Info Session
    • Option 2: Equipment Self Transport (Free)
      • Self Transportation of Outdoor Rental Equipment
  • 3. WHERE TO?
    • Popular Destination Points
    • Local Recreation Maps
      • York River Watershed Map
      • Kittery Water District Map
      • York Land Trust Maps
      • Kittery Land Trust Maps
      • Great Works Regional Land Trust Map
      • Portsmouth Trails
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      • York Nautical Maps
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      • Dover Point Nautical Maps
      • Wells Nautical Map
      • Kennebunkport Nautical Map
      • Biddeford Pool Nautical Map
  • GET PREPARED
    • Marine Emergency Contacts
    • Paddling Safety Gear List
    • Hypothermia Onset Table
    • Cold Water Paddling Attire
    • Tide Charts
    • Local Weather
    • Laws of the Maine Outdoors
      • State Boating Laws, Best Practices, and Requirements
      • Maine Saltwater Fishing Regulations
      • Maine Inland Fishing Regulations
    • Buy a Maine Fishing License
    • Laws of the New Hampshire Outdoors
    • York Beaches Ordinance - Condensed
    • Surf Reports for Long Sands Beach
    • Kayaking Techniques
    • SUP Paddling Techniques
    • Beach Tenting Tips
    • Introduction to Inshore Fishing
    • Tree Tenting Tips
  • SHOP FOR GEAR
  • FAQ
  • ABOUT US
    • Company Page
    • Summer Brochure
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Northern Explorer | Outdoor Gear Rental Center
  • 1. CHOOSE RENTAL GEAR
    • Beach Chairs and Gear Rental
    • Fishing Gear Rental
    • Kayak Rental
    • Paddle Board Rental
    • Canoe Rental
    • Paddlesports Add-ons
    • Bodyboard Rental
    • Wetsuit and Accessories Rental
    • Tree Camping Tent Rental
    • Ground Camping Tent Rental
    • Sleeping Gear for Camping Rental
    • Cooler Rental
    • Disc Golf Kit Rental
    • Dog Powered Sports Gear Rental
    • Snowshoes Rental
    • Cross Country Skis Rental
  • 2. PICKUP OR DELIVERY?
    • Option 1: Turnkey
      • Delivery, Setup and Info Session
    • Option 2: Equipment Self Transport (Free)
      • Self Transportation of Outdoor Rental Equipment
  • 3. WHERE TO?
    • Popular Destination Points
    • Local Recreation Maps
      • York River Watershed Map
      • Kittery Water District Map
      • York Land Trust Maps
      • Kittery Land Trust Maps
      • Great Works Regional Land Trust Map
      • Portsmouth Trails
      • Kennebunk Land Trust Maps
      • York Nautical Maps
      • Kittery Nautical Maps
      • Dover Point Nautical Maps
      • Wells Nautical Map
      • Kennebunkport Nautical Map
      • Biddeford Pool Nautical Map
  • GET PREPARED
    • Marine Emergency Contacts
    • Paddling Safety Gear List
    • Hypothermia Onset Table
    • Cold Water Paddling Attire
    • Tide Charts
    • Local Weather
    • Laws of the Maine Outdoors
      • State Boating Laws, Best Practices, and Requirements
      • Maine Saltwater Fishing Regulations
      • Maine Inland Fishing Regulations
    • Buy a Maine Fishing License
    • Laws of the New Hampshire Outdoors
    • York Beaches Ordinance - Condensed
    • Surf Reports for Long Sands Beach
    • Kayaking Techniques
    • SUP Paddling Techniques
    • Beach Tenting Tips
    • Introduction to Inshore Fishing
    • Tree Tenting Tips
  • SHOP FOR GEAR
  • FAQ
  • ABOUT US
    • Company Page
    • Summer Brochure
    • Buy Gear
    • Contact Us
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OPERATIONS

Shop Hours: 9AM - 5PM Wed-Mon

**Please Book a minimum of 2 hrs prior to your desired start date/time—subject to limited availability**

Shop Visits Welcome, Appointment Recommended! Staff are often offsite conducting demos, deliveries, or events.

Call if you would like a tailored paddling itinerary coinciding with the tide.

CONTACT OR VISIT US

207.337.1356 | info@northernexplorersupply.com
26 Brickyard Court, York, ME

Take I-95 Exit 3 or 7; footsteps from RT 1

Easy drive-in/drive-out facility

Comfortable lounge with TV, retail, and showroom

Complimentary coffee and seltzer

After-hours Pick-up and Drop-off available for special circumstances

RATES

Pricing:

  • Rates are on a flat fee daily basis--not hourly--which is more cost-effective and flexible.
  • Multiple days or week long rentals are substantially discounted to encourage vacation renters and trips far from our store!
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Payment:

  • A major credit card is required at the time of booking; for security purposes, we do not accept cash, Venmo, 3rd party gift cards, debit cards, or similar payment methods.

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