BANGOR DAILY NEWS • May 28, 2025
A new southern Aroostook County kayak rental company will help to give locals and visitors access to regional lakes and rivers. Slated to officially open on Father’s Day, The Riversbend Paddle Co. at 431 Bangor St. in Houlton will launch a new chapter in the region’s outdoor recreation scene, said founder Johanna Johnston, who also leads Southern Aroostook Development Corp. “One of our region’s greatest untapped resources is its potential for outdoor recreation,” said Johnston. “But access has been a barrier for many. This business makes it easier for people — whether they live here or are just visiting — to get out on the water and fall in love with what southern Aroostook has to offer.”