Middle Beach Walk
2024-01-27 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Walk at Middle Beach in Biddeford to see the after effects of the storm. About 3 miles on sandy beach. We will walk the road if the tide is high.
Take Route 208 to the end in Biddeford . Middle Beach parking is AT the end.

Pisgah Hill Preserve Full Moon Trek
2024-02-24 17:00 - 21:00
Come join us atop Pisgah Hill in New Gloucester to howl at the beautiful full Snow Moon as it rises majestically over nearby Bradbury Mountain! The 12th installment of Royal River Conservation Trust’s extremely popular annual hike, this year promises crisp, clear skies for a fantastic experience. This is an accessible, low intensity 1.6 mile (total distance up and down) trek to the hilltop where we’ll be greeted with RRCT’s signature hospitality, including hot cocoa, s’mores and a roaring campfire to keep warm.
Let’s plan on our MOAC contingent meeting at the Doughtery Road trailhead at 5:00pm (74 Dougherty Road, New Gloucester). That way, we can catch RRCT’s introductory remarks, and enjoy the sunset before setting out at dusk for the brief amble up to the top of Pisgah Hill. Bring appropriate clothing (layers are best), hat, gloves, lighting (headlamp is recommended) and traction aids (if you have them, just to be on the safe side). RRCT also recommends water, your cell phone and a whistle for safety. Snow pack looks iffy at best, but RRCT promises a magical trip up and down Pisgah with the trail lit by lanterns and snow cairns. Open to all ages/abilities. Leashed, well-behaved canines and their conscientious, waste-clearing owners are welcome. Further details and registration form can be found at the website listed below. Do pre-register however, so RRCT volutneers can plan for adequate refreshments.
I can be reached at marchills@gmail.com and/or text @ 207-332-8250 If texting, please identify yourself!

Winterfest Outing - Bike via back roads to Babb's Covered Bridge / walk The Mountain Division Trail
2024-03-09 13:00 - 14:30
This is an outing during “Winter”fest. Looks like we won’t be having a storm before Winterfest, in lieu of snow shoeing and skiing, we have a bike trip planned to Babb’s Covered Bridge (2.4 miles away from the farm) so bring a bike! If a group would rather walk a portion of The Mountain Division Trail, the trail is still icy (proof that, yes, we did have winter!). Please bring spikes if you take that route.

Walk Raymond Forest and Dance in New Gloucester!
2024-03-30 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-30 19:00 - 21:30
Walk the Raymond Community Forest out of the wild wind. Be prepared with waterproof boots and the usual common sense layers.
Directions: 47-309 Conesca Rd, Raymond, ME 04071
Feel free to just walk or just dance! Or join in both activities.
The band is the foot-stomping blues band, Black Cat Road. No cover charge. Room to dance and reasonable, bar drinks and food. The last time I went, chili and other food was free. Music starts at 7:00. Bring shoes besides hiking boots to wear indoors. Black Cat Road will energize you at the Eagles, Sabbathday Rd, New Gloucester, ME 04260
Meet to walk the Raymond Community Forest (near Shaker Village) https://maps.app.goo.gl/ufHfKMThVsuhieYMA

View Eclipse at Scarborough Marsh
2024-04-08 14:00 - 16:00
Meet at the Pinepoint Rd entrance to the Scarborough Marsh’s Eastern Trail at 2pm on Monday.

Back Cove Walk--Portland
2024-04-18 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-05-06 17:30 - 18:30
Walk the Back Cove, 3.6 miles. Meet by the large informational sign to the left in the parking lot across from Hannaford’s on Preble Street Extension.

Evergreen Cemetery Walk — Portland
2024-05-15 17:30 - 18:30
We will walk to the rear of Evergreen Cemetery and hike the trials. Trails could be muddy so be prepared. Meet at the gate on Stevens Avenue near the Chapel. As you travel Stevens Avenue coming from Forest Avenue, this is the 2nd gate not the one near UNE. Rain will cancel.

Peaks Island Walk
2024-05-30 17:30 - 19:30
Join us for a walk around Peaks Island and travel back on the sunset ferry. Leave enough time to park on the Portland side and purchase tickets to catch the 5:25 pm ferry. We will walk counterclockwise the loop road and return via the 7:45 pm ferry. There are gardens and ocean views all along the way. Rates go up June 1 for non-seniors, so this is a good time to go. Pack a sandwich or picnic to enjoy as we stop at the halfway rocks, or stay later if you like for a restaurant dinner on Peaks.Email me if you have questions.

Eastern Prom Walk--Portland
2024-06-03 17:30 - 19:00
It should be a great evening for a walk on the Eastern Prom. Park on the Prom or the access street to the East End Beach and meet by the restrooms at 5:30. We will walk the Prom as well as the East End Beach Trail. Distance is approximately 3 1/2 to 4 miles.

Beach walk from PinePoint
2024-06-04 18:00 - 21:00
We meet at 6:00 pm in the Scarborough parking lot in Pinpoint and will walk the beach towards Old Orchard Beach. We may go for refreshments afterwards.

Pinepoint beach walk
2024-06-11 18:00 - 20:00

Tiptoe through the Peonies at Gisland Farm in Falmouth
2024-06-13 17:30 - 19:00
We will check out the peonies and then walk the trails. Distance is about 2 1/2 miles.

Group Camping at Mt. Blue State Park 8/6-8/9
2024-08-06 08:00 - 2024-08-09 17:00
Maine’s largest state park, with hiking and biking trails, swimming and camping. We’ll gather at this beautiful area in Weld, Maine on Tuesday Aug 6th and depart Friday Aug 9th. Plenty of hiking and walking options, paddling, and biking along the Androscoggin River Valley. Activities planned by the participants in the group(s).
The Mountain Valley Stomp Music Festival is all day, Aug 10th Saturday in the area. Hours of dancing in a pavilion venue at a campground in Dixfield, Maine.
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/trail_activities/mount_blue_trail_conditions.shtml
The MOAC site is the “South Shelter.” See the insert on the Campground Map, to identify the location.
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/camping/pdf/MtBlue.pdf

Download a printer friendly Maine State Parks Group Camping brochure (PDF 423KB).

Reservation Fee: $50. (Paid by MOAC)
Group Campsite Fee: $50 per night min. fee, (Covers up to 10 people, including children)
Additional Person Fee: $5. per person/night for each additional camper beyond 10 (including children).
9% Maine Lodging Tax
Fee per person is $21 total, regardless of the number of nights. Please register by email or text to Eileen. Thank you. Pay cash/check in person or send a check to 370 Parker Farm Rd., Buxton, ME 04093 or pay by Venmo @Eileen-Whynot ahead of time.

You may relocate to Mountain View Campground in Dixfield on Aug 9th. https://www.mountainviewcampground.net/
Reservations are not needed to tent camp at the location of the Mountain Valley Stomp. The views from the campground and the possible paddles, cycles and hikes are only limited by our energy to participate! Bring your road, mountain or hybrid bike, a canoe or kayak and your hiking boots/walking shoes!
If you are at all interested, please send me an email with subject: Mt Blue.
Or Text or call Eileen Whynot at 207-749-0211.

Mountain Valley Stomp Music Festival
2024-08-10 11:00 - 18:00
The 6th Annual Mountain Valley Stomp will not disappoint. At the lovely Mountain View Campground in Dixfield, Maine. Very relaxed, sheltered in a breezy pavilion. Food on site or BYO. Alcohol is allowed on the premises. Dance till you wilt.
MVS website: https://mountainvalleystomp.rocks/
Get your tickets ahead or at the gate at the beautiful Mountain View Campground, Dixfield, Maine.
Hike, mountain bike or paddle in the area.
Camp with MOAC members from Aug 9th until Aug 11th, as many days as you’d like. Party on…
https://www.facebook.com/marychristine.hargreaves/videos/1447571662744562/

View the river after Dundee Pond drained!
2024-09-15 15:00 - 17:30
Friends of the Presumpscot River invite all MOAC members and friends to join a walk to see the scene buried for years now unveiled by the opening of Dundee Dam at the end of May. View the wildflowers, grasses and new fingers of water home to birds and other wildlife. See massive driftwood, shells and rocks exposed. Show and GO. No need to RSVP. A river that once was is revealed again! Imagine the opportunities!
https://www.presumpscotriver.org/events?fbclid=IwY2xjawFQPm5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaHN5lr4c9y-D8yjQpjPr89dfM8f7X4WDlHGxW4XGhaP3_hGeta82VUfcw_aem_dhuc3KLbAOw7EEn4sxeG4A
Meet at: 98 Dundee Rd, Gorham, ME 04038-2402
https://www.facebook.com/events/3588746064749549/?ref=newsfeed

Rabitat Restoration Planting Party
2024-09-28 09:00 - 12:00
NE cottontail habitat restoration, sponsored by Rachel Carson Natural Wildlife Preserve in Celebration of National Public Lands Day Sat. Sept 28th
When: Sat. Sept 28 – 9am to 12pm and 12-3pm (pick either of 2 shifts, or both)
Where: Kittery, contact Sarah Dudek for precise location and to register. Contact Sarah at sarah_dudek@fws.gov Last year, the site was along Seapoint Road, Kittery
CarPooling: I will be leaving from Park and Ride adjacent to Cabela’s around 7:45am. A call or message to Dave 207-415-6258 would be helpful.
Details: Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is hosting a Rabbitat Planting Party on Saturday, September 28th to celebrate National Public Lands Day. This year’s event will include planting native shrubs and young trees to create and restore shrubland habitat for the endangered New England Cottontail in Kittery, Maine. Activities will include digging holes, planting shrubs, managing habitat, and controlling invasive species.
Fee-free National Park day passes will be available to all volunteers.
Rachel Carson staff is asking volunteers to sign up for a shift – morning (9AM-11:30AM) or afternoon (12:30PM-3PM) for our National Public Lands Day event. Volunteers are welcome to sign up for both shifts and are always welcome to stay for as little or as long as they wish during a shift. However, volunteers should arrive at the beginning of each shift so that we can navigate to the site as a group. Sub-sandwiches and water/drinks were provided at noon during this event last year.

Bug Light Park to Fisherman Point, South Portland, Walk 3 – 4 Miles
2024-10-01 15:00 - 17:00
Bug Light Park to Fisherman Point, South Portland
What: 3 to 4 mile coastal walk with fantastic ocean views, which includes three lighthouses.
Where: Meet at: Bug Light Park (Address: 55 Bug Light Park, will get you to the park), South Portland
When: Tuesday, 10/1/24, 3:00PM to 5:00PM
Who: Hans Hackett (207) 615-2332. ‘Show and Go’, so you do not need to contact me if you plan to attend.

Chapel Woods, Cape Elizabeth
2024-10-09 15:00 - 17:00
What: 4 mile walk through forest and field: includes stream crossings, a blueberry field, a pond, ocean views and a waterfall
Where: Meet at the Cape Elizabeth Unite Methodist Church, 280 Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth
When: Wednesday, 10/9/24, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Who: Hans Hackett (207) 615-2332. ‘Show and Go’ so you do not need to contact me if you plan to attend.

Take Pride in Acadia Day, 2024 - Registration is closed
2024-11-02 08:00 - 13:00
For 33 years, volunteers have gathered on the first Saturday of November to help ready the famous carriage roads for winter. Sponsored by Friends of Acadia, teams are assigned troublesome sections of carriage roads where erosion can cause damage over the winter. The task? Rake the leaves and debris off the shoulders and into the woods. MOAC has had members at this event for many years. We have a team that will work together.
If you follow the Friends of Acadia link above, there will be information about how to sign up for the event. PLEASE do not do that. Since we are working as a group, use the sign up link below so I can keep track. I will submit our roster of names to Friends.
Please click HERE to sign up. Your email is so we can communicate before the weekend. Your phone number so we can as well during the weekend.
Most who sign up make it a weekend, but that is not required. The actual commitment to the park is from roughly 8:30 am to noon on Saturday. If you choose to make it a weekend, the rest of the time is yours.
There is no cost to the event itself. If you choose to stay over, you will need to find your own lodging. Tam and I are staying at the Bar Harbor Grand Hotel, right in downtown and that has been the hotel of choice for the most part for a few years now. But, you can do as you wish in this regard. The Grand offers a free breakfast. Local restaurants for the rest.
Except for the provided lunch after the work Saturday. After our work commitment is done, we can head over to the Hulls Cove Visitors Center for a “CCC” lunch. Chili, cornbread, and cider. Aside from the ingredients, it’s named to honor the Civilian Conservation Corp, who did a lot of work in Acadia.

Cape Elizabeth, Gratitude Walk in Chapel Woods
2024-11-24 11:30 - 12:30
This walk is for all abilities, quiet experience in an ecologically diverse wooded area with a mix of boardwalk trails and benches to take it in at your own pace. We will meet Sunday Nov. 24th at 11:30 AM, at the the kiosk in the back of the CEUMC parking lot 280 Ocean House Rd, Cape Elizabeth. It will be an hour to explore and reflex in this season we are invited to consider a spirit of thankfulness.
This is rain or shine, show and go. For more details connect with Linda Greer linda.j.greer@gmail.com, 207-615-5528

Westbrook Holiday Lights Walk
2024-12-16 17:30 - 19:00
Westbrook is known for their dazzling holiday lights so let’s check them out. Meet in the public parking lot between TD Bank and Bank of America on Main Street.

Planning: Stevenson Trail trek in France, date TBA
2025-01-05 - 2025-01-19
Interested in a 5-7 day walking trip through southern France? The Stevenson Trail (or G70) is a moderate difficulty path that passes through picturesque villages, forests, and low mountains (the Cévennes region of the Massif Central). It is named after Robert Louis Stevenson (Treasure Island) who traveled it with a pack donkey and wrote a book about his trip. Today, you can follow the well-marked route, aided by maps and guidebooks. And a series of outfitters and B&Bs associated with the trail make it possible to rent a donkey and stop each night at lodgings. Prices are reasonable, the food is good, and the scenery is beautiful (fluffy hiking companion is a bonus!). No French is required. If this sounds appealing (or you want to know who’s crazy enough to consider it), contact Maria Snyder to start planning for a possible group trip. Dates still TBA, but fall 2025 is likely. mariahsnyder501@gmail.com

Friday OOB Beach Walk & apres music at The Brunswick
2025-01-17 15:00 - 19:00 | The Brunswick, West Grand and 4th Ave, Old Orchard Beach
Friday OOB Beach Walk & Apres Music at The Brunswick (West Grand Ave & 4th)
3Pm – Meet at the end of Old Orchard St. In front of The PIER at OOB – Brisk 6 mile walk to Pine Point and back
Enjoy music by Dan Merrill and Darren Whitney afterwards – they are playing 3-7p
Grab a drink and bite to eat! https://www.thebrunswick.com/food/
Show and Go! If you miss us at 3pm – start walking towards Pine Point to catch up with us – We should be back at the Brunswick by 5p.
See you out there – Nancy D.

Walk up Quill Hill in Coplin Plantation for Incredible Views!
2025-03-23 10:00 - 15:00
Meet at The Roadhouse on Rte 16 to carpool to the base of Quill Hill for a beautiful walk to the top with 360 degree views and icy streams with early lichen visible on the sunny side and birds soaring. Bring traction and/or snowshoes, lunch and water. Eileen at 207-749-0211
https://rlht.org/quill-hill/

Libby River Preserve Walk
2025-04-10 13:00 - 15:00
Join me for a 1.75 mile walk at this Scarborough Land Trust site right next to Camp Ketcha. The area includes an observation deck overlooking the Libby River, part of Scarborough Marsh, and a wooded area with many skunk cabbage blooms (if you haven’t seen one, they’re very unique). Bring your binoculars if you’re a birder. There are some muddy patches, so boots are recommended and there are also multiple sections of a thin boardwalk over wet areas. If anyone is interested, we can add some more mileage with a walk at Ferry Beach, or along the Eastern Trail. Parking is limited at the Preserve, so let’s meet at Black Point Community Park (160 Black Point Rd) at 1:00pm and carpool if needed. Show and go at the Community Park.

Long Walk at Laudholm Farm & Wells Reserve
2025-05-10 11:00 - 14:30
Celebrate spring in a beautiful place! New member Betsy Anderson, who lives near Wells Reserve, will take us on trails through marsh, beach and fields for about 4 miles to catch up on the changes that spring brings to this estuary. Please contact Betsy by text or phone at 207-450-6584 to let her know to expect you. Eileen will be traveling from Buxton, so Scarborugh or Saco meet-up locations will work for carpooling. Contact Eileen for carpooling 207-749-0211. Take precautions re: ticks and bring water and a lunch or snacks. Sorry, no dogs allowed due to fragile land and nesting birds and wildlife. We will go out to socialize and for food/drink after the walk for those who wish.
MEET in the public parking area at 342 Laudholm Farm Road, Wells, Maine. We will gather at the kiosk at the East edge of the parking area, by the new “Welcome Hut.”
Sustained heavy rain will cancel, and we will plan to reschedule.

Back Cove Walk--Portland
2025-05-14 17:30 - 19:00
Join me in walking the Back Cove. Distance is 3.5 miles. Meet at 5:30 across from Hannaford’s in front of the TempoArt of the Egrets.

Memorial Day Weekend Camping in Bar Harbor
2025-05-23 13:00 - 2025-05-26 12:00
Let’s keep a long-standing MOAC tradition alive by welcoming summer with a group campout on Mt. Desert Island. It’s getting harder to do but I think this will work.
For those wondering, Bonnie has family obligations and said she isn’t going to post this trip this year.
A check of both Seawall and Blackwoods in Acadia National Park show pretty much sold out already.
As of 3/22/25, Hadley’s Point Campground has 29 tent sites and 28 water/electric sites available. This is according to their website. Hadley’s Point is just off Route 3 as you head to Bar Harbor. It is 2.5 miles before Bar Harbor Campground.

Field tent sites are $36.08 per night
Wooded tent sites are $38.08 per night
Sites with water/electric are $53.08 per night

There appears to be a $3.25 campground fee, plus tax of course.
Tammy and I have reserved site C-39 (water and electric) and it is near to a pod of tent sites (13-20, 30-36, 40-42).
If you choose to go, please drop us a line at pcm25me@gmail.com so we know who to expect.
You do have to make your own reservations. Deposit amounts vary. For 1-2 nights, it is the full balance. For 3 or more it is $100. Unfortunately, they state there are no refunds for a holiday weekend.
It might be best to grab a site as soon as you can if you are interested.
We will continue the traditional experience of group happy hours and pot luck dinners on Saturday and Sunday evenings in one area to be determined to be the group hangout. Activities during the day will be up to the group. Hiking, biking, paddling, etc.

Evening Walk at Robinson Woods
2025-06-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Robinson Woods, 280 Ocean House Road (Route 77), Cape Elizabeth, 04107, United States
Enjoy an evening walk through beautiful Robinson Woods in Cape Elizabeth. Along our journey we will enjoy the wooded trails, stroll along blueberry fields, stop and watch the pond life, and enjoy a waterfall. All within in minutes of Portland.
Meet at Cape Elizabeth Methodist Church on Route 77 in Cape Elizabeth (next to Cumberland Farms and before the intersection wit Shore Road). The address is 280 Ocean House Road.

Walk Around Peaks Island & Picnic with Teens 2 Trails
2025-07-01 15:00 - 20:00
This is a repeat of a popular trip! We will arrive at the Ferry Terminal around 3:00 PM to buy our tickets and prepare to board the 3:15 car ferry to Peaks Island. ($14 Adults/ $7 Adults age 65+ Children 5+ or Disabled). Distance is 4 miles and will take 2-3 hours or more stopping for beautiful views. We’ll walk at a conversational pace. Meet at the Marginal Way Park n’ Ride at 2:45 to carpool to the Ferry. Parking is expensive ($5+/hour) and hard to find near the terminal. Text Eileen at 207-749-0211, so we will look for you at Marginal Way or if you walk to the Ferry, so we can find you at the terminal.

MOAC will join Teens 2 Trails on Tuesday, July 1, on Peaks Island to celebrate an incredible year of connecting Maine teens to the outdoors and to each other. Peaks Island Lions Club, 5:00–7:30 PM
Enjoy a Community Contradance at 6:00 PM with music by the Portland Intown Oldtime Band with Maggie Robinson calling the dance. Sandwiches from Cheese Louise and drinks will be served. This gathering is meant to be informal and hassle-free. We’ll share what we have until it runs out, but feel free to BYO picnic and drinks. No rain date. Let’s get together with Teens 2 Trails to celebrate community, inclusion, and outdoor fun!

Get Tickets (Free)

Return to Portland according to the schedule below:
To Peaks/From Peaks

3:15 cf
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5:35 cf
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7:15
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Eastern Prom Walk--Portland
2025-07-02 17:30 - 19:00
Join me for a walk on the Eastern Prom and East End Beach trail. This is a beautiful walk on a nice summer evening. Distance is about 3.5 miles. Meet at the monument at the intersection of the Eastern Prom and Congress Street.

Evening Walk at Fuller Farm - CANCELED
2025-07-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Road, Scarborough, 04074, United States
The walk at Fuller Farm is being canceled because of the forecasted heat advisory, high temperatures + humidity, and strong possibility of thunderstorms.
It will be rescheduled at a later date.

Camping at Rangeley Lake State Park-Trip is Full
2025-07-17 13:00 - 2025-07-20 11:00
Eileen’s Text: 207-749-0211 MOAC has reserved the East End Group Camping Site at Rangeley Lake State Park (RLSP) for three nights. There is one larger area for group meals and hanging out with a fire. Otherwise, there are separate sites for each member(s). This set-up allows for both privacy and social time with the group. The park boasts a swimming beach with a grassy area and steps leading into the water where boats can be launched, as well as two miles of walking trails. MAP OF THE CAMPGROUND
There are plenty of options for activities at RLSP or elsewhere in the area: hiking, walking, swimming, boating and mountain biking. Leaders will need to self-identify. 4k footer peak baggers or AT section hikers have options as well as. Here are 28 walks and hikes within 20 miles of Rangeley.
Top hikes in Rangeley area from All Trails
Visit Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands online for more information and a printable map.
FEE: $30 per person for the trip regardless of how many nights. Since the leader pays the balance upon arrival, you will need to pay $30 upfront to reserve your space. Sites will be claimed on a first come, first serve basis. Pay by Venmo @Eileen-Whynot. It is probably too late to mail a check to me.
FOOD: As was the case in 2024, the leader will provide grill-able meats and veggie options. Otherwise, the dinners will be potluck, so plan on bringing food to share, bring your own (BYO) beverages, plate and utensils. BYO lunch and breakfast food or plan to eat out in Rangeley. ADDRESS: One State Park Road, Rangeley, Maine 04970
View BPL’s map and guide for Rangeley State Park

Evening Walk at Pride Preserve
2025-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Pride Preserve, 360 Duck Pond Road, Westbrook, 04092, United States
Pride preserve features mostly flat trails through forest and wetlands, and includes a series of waterfalls and ponds.
Trailhead parking lot is across from 360 Duck Pond Road.

Scarborough Pine Point Low Tide Walk
2025-07-24 18:00 - 20:00
Scarborough Pine Point Low Tide Walk. Municipal parking lot Pine Point Avenue 5; FREE 6:00 PM. Meet 6:10 PM. Walk 6:15-7:45 PM. Low tide 5:18, sunset 8:14 PM. SUNGLASSES REQUIRED.

Stroudwater Trail--Portland
2025-08-26 09:30 - 23:00
Join me for a walk along the peaceful Stroudwater River. Meet at the end of Hutchins Drive located off outer Congress Street in Portland. Distance is approximately 3.5 miles. The walk is a show and go.

Baxter State Park Camping Weekend
2025-09-12 - 2025-09-14
Join us at Foster Field in Baxter State Park! Dates are 9.12-9.14. Events will be include hiking, walking, canoeing, swimming, etc. There are 25 spots to camp in the park but overflow can be booked at a nearby campground. Enjoy and explore this jewel of Maine! Nothing can describe seeing the monolith that is Katahdin from a distance as you drive up I-95. Cost is only $11 per person / each night (for the park camping). Reserve your spot for this tradition!

France: Robert Louis Stevenson Trail trek with donkey [FULL!]
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-29
Walking trip in France from Langogne to Pont de Montvert along the trail known as the GR70. Short daily walks (under 20km per day) with stays in hotels and B&Bs with breakfast and dinner. We will walk at the pace of the 2 donkeys who accompany us. Price for lodging and rental is around 980 Euros for those who want a single room. Does not include flights to and from US or travel within France to and from the trail. Deposit to be paid in advance. Limit 10 participants. Contact Maria Snyder for details: mariahsnyder501@gmail.com Event has filled! Sign up is closed.

After Work Commercial St. Wharves walk
2025-10-15 17:10 - 18:15
Let’s explore Portland’s working waterfront on the Commercial St Wharves. Meet at 5:10 PM at the granite obelisk (Cleeves Memorial ) at the intersection of Congress Street and the Eastern Promenade. We’ll walk along the Eastern Prom, down to Commercial St and out on a couple of wharves. Bring your phone/camera as the working waterfront awaits.
Show and go.

Take Pride in Acadia Day, 2025 - Rescheduled to 11/9
2025-10-31 08:00 - 2025-11-02 13:00
Due to the government shutdown, TPIAD has been moved to Sunday, November 9. If the government is still shutdown on November 3rd, the event will be cancelled.
Tammy and I cannot attend on the 9th, so there will be no official MOAC group this year. If you would like to participate as an individual, please sign up here:
Take Pride in Acadia Day

You will be assigned to random groups.
I have left the original information from the event below.
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For 34 years, volunteers have gathered on the first Saturday of November to help ready the famous carriage roads for winter. Sponsored by Friends of Acadia, teams are assigned troublesome sections of carriage roads where erosion can cause damage over the winter. The task? Rake the leaves and debris off the shoulders and into the woods. MOAC has had members at this event for many years. We have a team that will work together.
Most who sign up make it a weekend, but that is not required. The actual commitment to the park is from roughly 8:30 am to noon on Saturday. If you choose to make it a weekend, the rest of the time is yours.
There is no cost to the event itself. If you choose to stay over, you will need to find your own lodging. Tam and I are staying at the Bar Harbor Grand Hotel, right in downtown and that has been the hotel of choice for the most part for a few years now. But, you can do as you wish in this regard. The Grand offers a free breakfast. Local restaurants for the rest.
Except for the provided lunch after the work Saturday. After our work commitment is done, we can head over to the Hulls Cove Visitors Center for a “CCC” lunch. Chili, cornbread, and cider. Aside from the ingredients, it’s named to honor the Civilian Conservation Corp, who did a lot of work in Acadia.

Alewive Woods Preserve in Kennebunk
2025-11-02 13:00 - 15:00
Join me on for a walk on about 2.5 miles of fairly flat trails at Alewive Woods Preserve located on Cole Rd in Kennebunk.
The preserve has over 625 acres of land with a 45 acre pond at its center.
Check out the Maine Trail Finder link here for more info including directions (there is not an exact address):
https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/trails/trail/alewife-woods-preserve
Meet at 1, walk for about 1.5 hours. Hunting season is here and although it is Sunday, wearing something orange is always advisable.
It also looks like a small parking lot so plan accordingly.
Text me at 650-7417 if you plan to join me or have questions.

Turkey Strut-Wear Orange -
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:00
Meet at the trailhead on the corner of Methodist Road and Route 302 in Westbrook to walk in the Millbrook Preserve. We’ll walk about three miles or more. Wear trail shoes or hiking boots for a fast-paced walk. Burn those Thanksgiving calories and ease your guilt, if you have any.

A Charlie Brown Christmas at One Longfellow Square
2025-12-07 19:00 - 21:00 | One Longfellow Square, 181 State St, Portland, M, 04101, United States
Join me for a nostalgic and jazzy holiday musical event with the Heather Pierson Jazz Trio at One Longfellow Square! Enjoy standards from the 1960’s holiday special like O Tannenbaum and of course Vince Guaraldi’s incomparable Linus and Lucy theme. It’s musical journey that’s sure to transport you back to magical childhood Christmas seasons of years past. Tickets are selling fast (the 4:00pm show is already sold out), so if you’re interested, buy your ticket(s) now and think later! As the event draws closer and depending on the weather we can talk about a pre concert walk to take in the holiday lights or even a post concert nightcap at Top of East at Portland’s Westin Hotel. So if you buy tickets, let me know so we can coordinate as a group! 181 State Street, Portland Maine 04101

Portland Harbor Christmas Parade of Lights
2025-12-13 16:15 - 17:30 | Cleeves and Tucker Memorial, 13 Congress St, Portland, 04101, United States
This is the time of year when even the boats are dressing up for the holidays. Join a short walk to see the parade of lights in Casco Bay from on high! We’ll walk along the Eastern Promenade and hope for the best views, then descend to Commercial Street (either by the road down to the East End trail or by Fore Street, depending on where the boats are) and turn around at the DiMillo’s pier. This is a city walk after sunset, so wear reflective gear if you have it. Meet at the Cleeves & Tucker Memorial on the Eastern Promenade.

Westbrook Holiday Lights Walk
2025-12-15 17:00 - 18:30
Westbrook goes all out for the holidays. Join me for a stroll to check out the lights. We will wander by the river and walk up Main Street to the park to see the various displays. Meet in the parking lot between TD Bank and Bank of America. There is also free parking on nearby Church Street. Dress warmly!!

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Pine Point/Old Orchard Beach Walk
2026-02-03 13:30 - 16:00
Join me for a beach walk from Pine Point to the Pier. Distance round trip is probably 5+/- miles. We can shorten if it is group consensus. Meet in the parking lot of Hurd Park at Pine Point.

American Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid
2026-03-07 08:00 - 2026-03-08 16:00 | Nine Tigers Kung Fu, 366 Elm St., Biddeford, ME, 04005, United States
American Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid
Saturday and Sunday March 7 and 8, 2025 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
$200.00 per person.
Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies in the great outdoors! The primary purpose of the ARC-WRFA course is to provide individuals a foundation of first aid knowledge and skills to respond to emergencies and give care in areas that do not have access to immediate emergency medical services (EMS) response. In this course you will also develop leadership skills and learn how to help
The course includes classroom learning along with scenario based, hands-on training.
The American Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid Course meets the requirements for Scouting USA High Adventure Camps and is recommended for wilderness guides, campers, backpackers, rafters and anyone who enjoys the outdoors!

This course is presented by Sgt. John Mulloy (Ret.). John was a 35 year police officer and supervisor, police firearms and active shooter response instructor. He is a 40 year certified Emergency Medical Technician in Massachusetts and Maine, Volunteer Hunter Education Instructor, and CPR/First Aid and Wilderness First Aid Instructor. John Works hard to make his classes informative, useful and fun!

Beach walk - time change!!
2026-03-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Scarborough Beach
Spring is almost here! Let’s do a beach walk. Meet at Scarborough Beach at 10:00. We’ll walk to the end and cross over to Ferry Beach and walk back. Some stairs involved.

South Portland Waterfront Walk
2026-03-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Bug Light Park, Madison Street, South Portland, 04106, United States
Let’s welcome spring and enjoy the sunset with a walk along the South Portland waterfront, including Willard Beach and Spring Point.
The walk will start and end at Bug Light Park (meet in the parking lot at next to the Liberty Ship sculpture).
Our 3 mile walk will take us along quiet roads, Willard Beach, and the SMCC campus.

Riverton Woods and Evergreen Cemetery Trail
2026-04-04 13:00 - 14:30
We will meet at Evergreen Cemetery, 672 Stevens Ave, Portland (across from Baxter Woods). This is a 3.1 mile trail through and around the cemetery. Trail may be damp so plan accordingly. Weather looks to be good for Saturday. Let’s open our eyes and ears for the coming of Spring!

Ogunquit Marginal Way Walk
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:30
Walk from Ogunquit Beach parking lot (free until 4/17!) along Marginal Way to Perkins Cove then over the drawbridge to the beautiful grounds of the Ogunquit Museum of American Art, then back the way we came 4-5 miles. Meet under the shelter at main beach, where there are benches. Text or call me 207-450-6584

Wolfe's Neck Center annual Spring Cleanup
2026-04-17 09:00 - 15:00
This is not a MOAC-led event.
MOAC has a long history with Wolfe’s Neck Farm in Freeport. We’ve had multiple Winterfests there, done trail maintenance, and had camping events there as well.
Join other volunteers for their annual clean up day to ready the farm/campground for another season. Options can include cleaning up the campground, or doing work on the farm itself.
A BBQ lunch will be provided.
Click HERE to sign up.

FULL: Spring Trees and Flowers Nature Stroll
2026-05-10 13:30 - 16:00 | Robinson Woods, 280 Ocean House Road (Route 77), Cape Elizabeth, 04107, United States
It filled so fast I will do another one soon, with details to be determined
Join me for a 2 to 3 hour nature stroll in Cape Elizabeth’s Robinson Woods. It’s a diverse habitat with spring ephemeral wildflowers and tree buds starting to pop. The walk will be structured in a relaxed way, with informal conversations about botany and natural history. Your 2 cents are welcome. Many early spring wildflowers are starting to blossom and fiddleheads are on the cusp of unfurling.
Please let me know. In deference to good woods manners on a well loved trail system, I’d like to cap numbers at 10. Please let me know if you plan to come or have questions.
Meeting place: Cape Elizabeth United Methodist Church at 280 Ocean House Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Distance covered: approximately 4 miles
After Hours if there is interest: Evie’s Ferry Village Watering Hole; 121 Sawyer St, South Portland, ME 04106

Spring Trees and Flowers Nature Stroll repeat
2026-05-17 01:30 - 16:30 | Robinson Woods, 280 Ocean House Road (Route 77), Cape Elizabeth, 04107, United States
Repeating this for anyone else who might be interested in a 2 to 3 hour nature stroll in Cape Elizabeth’s Robinson Woods diverse habitats. Spring ephemeral wildflowers will be farther along and tree leaves taking their ‘grown up’ form. The walk will be structured in a relaxed way, with informal conversations about botany and natural history. Many early spring wildflowers will be fully formed and ferns unfurling. If you have binoculars bring them – and we’ll see what we can see. Birders welcome – we can learn from you!
Please let me know. In deference to good woods manners on a well loved trail system, I’d like to cap numbers at 10. Please let me know if you plan to come or have questions.
Meeting place: Cape Elizabeth United Methodist Church at 280 Ocean House Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Distance covered: approximately 4 miles
After Hours if there is interest: Evie’s Ferry Village Watering Hole; 121 Sawyer St, South Portland, ME 04106

Memorial Day Weekend Camping in Bar Harbor - UPDATE!!
2026-05-22 13:00 - 2026-05-25 12:00
As of 3/25/26, Hadley’s lists 9 tent sites available and “plenty” of RV sites (water/electric/some with sewer). If you are interested in this trip, please don’t wait too long. You also do NOT need to stay at Hadley’s. You are welcome to outdoor adventure with us and hang out for the evening/whenever festivities.
Let’s keep a long-standing MOAC tradition alive by welcoming summer with a group campout on Mt. Desert Island.
We camped at Hadley’s Point CG last year and had a great time. Hadley’s Point is just off Route 3 as you head to Bar Harbor. It is 2.5 miles before Bar Harbor Campground. Holiday weekend prices appear to be:

Field tent sites are $37.00 per night
Wooded tent sites are $39.00 per night
Sites with water/electric are $54.00 per night
They even have cabins if you want to check those out

There appears to be a $3.25 campground fee, plus tax of course.
https://www.hadleyspoint.com/
Tammy and I will reserve site C-37 (water and electric) and it is near to a pod of tent sites (13-20, 30-36, 40-42). We will also reserve C-36 to use as a home base for the group. We will ask attendees to help pay for this community site. If we get 25 people, that will mean about $5 per person for the weekend.
If you choose to go, please drop us a line at pcm25me@gmail.com so we know who to expect and what site you are in. You can also stay anywhere you like and come visit as well.
You do have to make your own reservations. Deposit amounts vary. For 1-2 nights, it is the full balance. For 3 or more it is $100. Unfortunately, they state there are no refunds for a holiday weekend.
It might be best to grab a site as soon as you can if you are interested.
We will continue the traditional experience of group happy hours and pot luck dinners in the evenings. Restaurants are also on the table. Activities during the day will be up to the group. Hiking, biking, paddling, etc.

Street Jam at First Friday: Join me for random acts of Violins, Violas, Guitars, other things to make lots of noise!
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00
I’m thinking we meet somewhere on Congress by MECA and start playing. I’ve participated in many jams with MOAC members and we’ve played popular folk, Americana, country, rock tunes. But it really doesn’t matter what we play and with what. Bring any skill level and any instrument. Hide in the middle of the group if you are afraid (safety in numbers). This could be great or a complete mess, but I’m sure it will be fun! I’ve been thinking about this and watching the weather which finally looks better so I figured I needed to post this now! Details to follow once I hear from interested parties. Ate Ate 9- Ate 5 1 Ate, which is a cell phone number written in Kiddspeak.

Bug Light to Willard Beach Walk and Picnic in the park
2026-06-27 16:30 - 19:00
Join me for a walk along the Greenbelt Way from Bug Light to Willard Beach with optional rock hopping out to Spring Point Light. Meet at Bug Light at 4:30. Once we return to Bug Light, let’s have a picnic dinner at the park. Be sure to bring a chair. The forecast is for scattered showers so we will need to watch the radar. Rain cancels. The walk is show and go.

Eastern Trail "Gap" Ribbon Cutting/Opening
2026-08-06 10:00 - 11:00
https://www.easterntrail.org/news/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-and-grand-opening-of-the-eastern-trails-gap-section/
It’s finally here!!! The “Gap” on the Eastern Trail between Wainwright Sports Complex and the Scarborough Marsh section has been closed. Bicyclists will no longer have to navigate Highland Ave and Black Point Rd as they travel the Eastern Trail.
The ribbon cutting is set for Thursday, August 6, at 10 am, at the Wainwright Sports Complex and the trail will open for public use at its conclusion. Be one of the first to officially bike/walk this section. There are also two free Welcome Walks scheduled. See the details for those from the link above.

MH&T’s Flagstaff Hut Weekend
2026-10-23 13:00 - 2026-10-25 17:00
Since we will not be around for August and a good part of September, we are posting this now so you can save the date. Registrations will open about a month before the event. Check out the website below to learn more about Maine Huts and Trails and their huts. Price for the weekend is still to be determined. It was $155 last year.
We will answer any questions at any time.
Join us for the 13th annual Maine Huts & Trails weekend. MH&T’s operates four “ecolodges” along their network of trails in the Bigelows, Flagstaff Lake, and the Dead River. For this weekend, Flagstaff Hut, on the eastern shore of the lake is all ours.
It’s far more than a “hut”. A full commercial kitchen, hot water, showers, electricity, composting toilets, etc. Sleeping is bunk room style (earplugs). This “hut” has a capacity of 48. We hope to limit it to 40 or so.
Activities can include hiking, mountain biking, paddling (boats and gear provided), swimming, or doing nothing. It will be late October.
You must walk in. From the parking lot, it is 1.5 miles on a service road or two miles on actual hiking trails (for the full experience). Gear shuttle provided if you can get there by a certain time on Friday and possibly later. This would mean leaving your gear in a building at the parking lot and it will be delivered in (and out) so you only have to walk.
You only need to bring clothes (slippers or something for inside the hut), sleeping bag/bedding, pillow case, personal items, earplugs, and food as described below. You DO NOT need to bring anything to cook with or to eat on. Refrigeration is available but limited. You will have access to the kitchen.
The way the food works, you provide your own food for Friday, Saturday morning and noon. You will be asked to bring a “slice” of Saturday night’s dinner which all the “slices” will be combined for a fantastic feed. This year’s Saturday evening menu is still undecided. In the past we’ve done a pizza bar, pasta bar, taco bar, friendsgiving dinner. There will also be Happy Hours you can contribute to.
On Sunday morning a portion of your payment for the weekend will provide a full spread breakfast. Pancakes, frittata, bacon, sausage, fruit, granola, yogurt, etc. Vegetarian? Vegan? We have options for everyone. Coffee and tea and hot chocolate provided at least in the morning. Potable water available anytime. You will need to bring any other beverages you desire. BYOB for alcohol.
