MOAC - Maine Outdoor Adventure Club

HAPPY HOUR
2023-03-24 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at GRITTY’S BREW PUB located at 396 Fore Street in the Old Port. Communal, friendly atmosphere. Full bar with good pub food. It’s expected to be a clear night with temperatures around 40 degrees.

With the advent of cooler weather, MOAC Happy Hours may now be located at establishments offering limited or no options for outdoor seating. For each Happy Hour venue, we will try to give as much information as practical about available seating options.

Participation in Happy Hour events, regardless of seating options, is a personal decision and MOAC assumes no liability for potential health risks associated with attending these activities.

Vaccination against COVID-19 (including approved booster shots) is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED, but not required for participation in Happy Hour events. Participants are expected to practice safe behaviors including social distancing, hand washing and wearing a mask when not eating/drinking or when not seated. Please be respectful of other people’s choices and comfort level. Do not participate if you are not feeling well, exhibiting COVID symptoms, have recently tested positive for COVID or have come into close contact with someone who may be COVID positive.

Wolfe’s Neck Woods
2023-03-25 12:00 - 18:00
Hiking and exploring the trails of this beautiful state park. This park is in Freeport, Maine.

Ski at Bretton Woods. Trip FULL.
2023-03-27
UPDATE: Alpine Touring at Bretton Woods Instead!! Multiple Ski Opportunities!! Nordic or downhill or hike Many good choices after 6+” of fresh snow in them there hills!

Alewive Woods Preserve
2023-03-27 09:00 - 15:30
A hike around the trails of Alewive to see the landscape and enjoy the outdoors. The preserve is in Kennebunk.

Air Show -Florida!
2023-03-28 08:00 - 2023-03-31 17:00
Come join me at sun ‘ n fun in Lakeland, Florida March 28-31! Camping on the field! If you like airplanes, it’s exciting!!
Flying into Tampa and renting a car.

Fuller Forest Preserve, York
2023-03-28 17:30 - 19:00
Meet at Bartlett Road parking lot at 5:30 p.m. Walk for an hour. Likely to be muddy.
trail mail link: https://yorklandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2021-06-14-at-2.41.00-PM.png
Contact at 207-712-seven two nine four

Mount Agamenticus hike
2023-03-29 09:00 - 13:00
A hike of the trails of Mt. Agamenticus, which include Blueberry Bluff, Witch Hazel, and Ring Trail.

Last minute - Ski Sunday River
2023-03-29 09:00 - 17:00
Last minute trip to the River, Wednesday March 29. Let me know if you want to meet there or carpool from Portland/Falmouth/Gray.

DH/AT/BC/Classic/Skate Skiing
2023-03-31 08:00 - 2023-04-02 17:00
Ski Sugarloaf area on Friday-Sunday. Free skiing at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center with plenty of snow. For more info call Eileen 207-749-0211. Room for one woman to stay at the White Wolf Inn in Stratton, Maine. FRI-SUN nights.

HAPPY HOUR
2023-03-31 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE SIDECAR PUB & WINE BAR located at 7 Railroad Avenue in Gorham. Special spot located on the fourth floor (take the elevator) adjoining the Junction Bowl sports bar. Check out their comfy “Sky Room” one level up via staircase. Free parking in their own lot. Drinks are very reasonable and the food is good (had the chicken nachos last time).

With the advent of cooler weather, MOAC Happy Hours may now be located at establishments offering limited or no options for outdoor seating. For each Happy Hour venue, we will try to give as much information as practical about available seating options.

Participation in Happy Hour events, regardless of seating options, is a personal decision and MOAC assumes no liability for potential health risks associated with attending these activities.

Vaccination against COVID-19 (including approved booster shots) is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED, but not required for participation in Happy Hour events. Participants are expected to practice safe behaviors including social distancing, hand washing and wearing a mask when not eating/drinking or when not seated. Please be respectful of other people’s choices and comfort level. Do not participate if you are not feeling well, exhibiting COVID symptoms, have recently tested positive for COVID or have come into close contact with someone who may be COVID positive.

Monthly Meeting – Beer Hiking New England
2023-04-05 18:30 - 20:30
“BEER HIKING NEW ENGLAND” SHOWCASES 50 GREAT HIKES AND CRAFT BREWERIES FROM ACROSS THE REGION
With thousands of miles of hiking trails and walking paths rich in scenery, history and wildlife, New England is a hiker’s dream destination. And for hikers who appreciate beer, well, the region has the added appeal of being home to a burgeoning craft brewing industry that now includes more than 700 breweries, microbreweries, brewpubs and tasting rooms.
Beer Hiking New England by Carey Kish is the tastiest way to discover Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. This new full-color guide features 50 terrific hikes that lead through six states of stunning natural scenery. And somewhere in the vicinity of trail’s end, there is always a brewery for enjoying a refreshing craft beer.
Carey will take the audience on a journey far and wide across the beautiful New England landscape on a selection of easy pondside strolls, moderate hill walks and forest forays, and strenuous mountain climbs. Happy and thirsty, our knowledgeable trail guide will also lead us to some of the many outstanding breweries for a delightful pint of really good craft brew.
New England. Hiking. Beer. Beer Hiking New England. Great outdoor and indoor adventures await beer hikers in the pages of this fun new guidebook. Please join Carey for an engaging and informative talk complete with colorful images and tales of how the hiking and beers all came together into a book. Copies of Beer Hiking New England will be available for sale and signing.
BIO
Carey Kish is seasoned hiker, an outdoors and travel writer, and a dedicated beer enthusiast. He has some 20,000 miles of long-distance hiking under his belt, in the U.S., Canada and Europe, including the 2,189-mile Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine (twice) and the 2,654-mile Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada, and perhaps a few beers along the way, to boot. Carey is also the author of AMC’s Best Day Hikes Along the Maine Coast and the AMC Maine Mountain Guide. His hiking and camping column has been a regular in the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram Outdoors section for more than two decades, and his columns, stories, essays and photographs have appeared in a wide variety of other print and online publications. Carey’s basecamp is on Mount Desert Island, Maine, where he lives with his wife, Fran Leyman, a mountain of well-used outdoor gear, and maybe a few too many pint glasses.
Carey is also a long standing member of MOAC and we are very proud to have him as a guest speaker.

In addition to the speaker, the meeting is a chance to hear about recent outings, hear about upcoming outings, and socialize with other MOACers. It’s also a chance for new or prospective members to ask questions. Meeting begins at 7:00, but come at 6:30 to socialize and meet people.
Location: the Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church, 524 Allen Avenue, Portland (near Northgate Shopping Plaza). Here’s a Google Map link.
Zoom starts at 6:45. On a good day, if all goes well.
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Catch the Snow, Sugarloaf-Nordic/Downhill/Hike
2023-04-07 08:00 - 2023-04-10 17:00
Ana and I rented a house in Eustis for Fri night through Monday AM. You do NOT have to stay all three nights. The Outdoor Center is closed; however, there is plenty of snow for Nordic skiing. Gushing streams, birds, beautiful views and corny snow. Love, Love.
Don’t let Reggae Fest deter you. The more downhill skiing for the rest of us! The Timberline runs will be like winter! No slush no fuss. King Pine was perfect just two weeks ago–not much has changed!
Contact Eileen for more info and to sign up!!! SEE LINK for photos of the house. https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/62-Eustis-Village-Rd-Eustis-ME-04936/2091541229_zpid/

HAPPY HOUR
2023-04-07 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the STOCKHOUSE RESTAURANT AND SPORTS PUB located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. Free parking in their own lot. Food and drink specials. Always good.

With the advent of cooler weather, MOAC Happy Hours may now be located at establishments offering limited or no options for outdoor seating. For each Happy Hour venue, we will try to give as much information as practical about available seating options.

Participation in Happy Hour events, regardless of seating options, is a personal decision and MOAC assumes no liability for potential health risks associated with attending these activities.

Vaccination against COVID-19 (including approved booster shots) is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED, but not required for participation in Happy Hour events. Participants are expected to practice safe behaviors including social distancing, hand washing and wearing a mask when not eating/drinking or when not seated. Please be respectful of other people’s choices and comfort level. Do not participate if you are not feeling well, exhibiting COVID symptoms, have recently tested positive for COVID or have come into close contact with someone who may be COVID positive.

Ski at Sunday River
2023-04-09 07:00 - 15:00
Meet in Gray at the Park & Ride at 7am. Call, text or email.
207-653-4578
megmacleod@maine.rr.com

Sunset beach walk
2023-04-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-04-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-05-29 18:00 - 20:00 and 2 more dates
Show and go walk on the beach starting from Pinepoint. We meet in the Scarborough Municipal parking lot found at the corner of King Street and 5th Avenue. We will walk at a pace that is acceptable for everyone.
Rain will cancel and we may stop at a local eatery afterwards.

Sweet Trail, Newmarket NH - after work walk
2023-04-11 17:30 - 19:00
1 or so hours walk on the Sweet Trail, starting at the Lubberland Creek Preserve Trailhead, Bay Road, in Newmarket, NH. About 4 miles round trip. There are 3 parking lots for this trail – plan to meet at the Lubberland Creek Preserve parking lot (not the ones in Durham). Reference “P3” in the PDF file – link in the description.
Part of hike number 40 (page 272) in Carey Kish’s Beer Hiking New England book. Possible refreshments afterward.
Email or text (207-712- seven two nine four)/call if you want to go. I plan to hit the trail at 5:30 p.m.

HAPPY HOUR
2023-04-14 17:30 - 20:00
SPECIAL HAPPY HOUR THIS FRIDAY… Dan Kidd is having a LOBSTER BAKE this Friday in his backyard and we’ll be incorporating it with our HAPPY HOUR! It’s a BYOB event. IF YOU’D LIKE A LOBSTER PLEASE TEXT DAN AT (207) 478-6835. Dan is going to buy them and cook them. THE LOBSTERS WILL BE $20 EACH which is a very good deal – they’re now $14.95 per pound at Hannaford. Dan’s address is 9 BALLARD STREET IN SOUTH PORTLAND. We’ll be in back at the water’s edge so BRING A CHAIR. NORMAL START TIME: 5:30PM. Supposed to be a nice night weather-wise. What a great way to start the season!!

Low-end Lobster Bake Friday!
2023-04-14 17:30 - 20:30
Temps to spike maybe to 80 Friday! First Lobster Bake, Campfire, Party of the season! With luck, maybe a live band…well kinda live.. bring your own instrument and/or beverage (byoiob) This is a Low Class behind the boathouse event. Send me text if you want a lobster! $20!… 207 478 6835 Dan Starting at 5:30

9 Ballard St, South Portland around the yard in the back behind the chicken house on the Bay. Bring a chair too!

Live Blues Music
2023-04-14 18:00 - 20:30
Meet at the Am Legion, 300 Conant Street, Westbrook. (Off Route 25 toward Groham. ) Music is 6-8:30. Kitchen 5:30-8:00. $5 cover for non-Vet members.

Fore River Sanctuary
2023-04-15 13:00 - 15:00
Hike the Fore River Sanctuary into Jewel Falls. I plan to make a loop utilizing as many of the trails as possible. Distance, approximately 4 miles. Wear hiking shoes as there could be muddy spots.
Parking is at Maine Orthopedics Center parking lot on Frost Street. Frost Street is a connector street between Capisic Street and Congress Street.

MOAC Board Meeting
2023-04-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-05-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-06-21 19:30 - 21:00
Members are welcome to attend the board’s monthly meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
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HAPPY HOUR
2023-04-21 17:30 - 20:00
A new spot this week checked out and recommended by one of our HAPPY HOUR regulars. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at BLAZE BREWING located at 28 PEARL STREET IN BIDDEFORD. It’s situated in one of the recently renovated mill buildings overlooking the Saco River and dam. Lots of brick inside with post and beam construction. An assortment of draft beers are offered along with wine selections and very good food. Parking is free and on site.

Black Cat Road
2023-04-21 19:00 - 22:00
Maine’s Own Black Cat Road will be taking the stage Friday evening at the New Gloucester Fraternal Order Of Eagles, Sabbathday Rd, New Gloucester, ME 04260. 7 pm.
BCR calls their music “swamp rock and blues” and played several of the Maine Blues Festivals in Naples.

Potluck/Fire and Sunday Hike
2023-04-22 - 2023-04-23
Check for updates. If it rains we can still have the potluck and overnight.
please RSVP
Join me at my home in Center Conway, NH Saturday April 22 in the afternoon3pm/evening for a potluck and fire. I invite you to stay overnight (bring your own bedding and breakfast). Sunday morning a moderate hike is planned TBD. Be prepared for snow, water, mud… lol ’tis the season. Come for just the potluck if you wish. Happy to have you.
If you have an instrument please bring it along. Bring slippers if your feet get cold inside (no shoes in the house). Sleep outside if you wish, snow has receded in the backyard. I have 4 beds available and plenty of floor space.
Rain will cancel the fire and the hike…. but we can still have the potluck and overnight.
Text or email me for address and directions.

Ossippee River canoe or kayak trip
2023-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
7 miles of class 2 whitewater. I have posted this trip annually since 1998 when I joined the club. Need to contact me for meeting details as I need to ensure participants have the proper clothing and gear. The water is cold and out of boat experiences have happened (including yours truly). So the intention is about ensuring safety. 207-653-9315

Earth Day HELP for Sewell Woods Trails-Need MORE VOLUNTEERS
2023-04-22 09:30 - 13:00
PLEASE Let me know if your will be pitching in for Earth Day.
Eileen 207-749-0211
The Scarborough Land Trust needs a commitment from MOAC.
Thank you.
Be a Do-Bee and celebrate the USA’s largest national clean up holiday for our Mother Earth. Activity Limit: 12
Meet to carpool at 9:30 @ On the Vine Marketplace at 591 US-One, Scarborough. Drive behind the building near the grass to park. We will carpool to Sewell Woods from there.
See the parcel here: Sewell Woods Property . Lead Steward Emily Brown from the Scarborough Land Trust (SLT) will be our leader. Tasks will include litter pick up, with tools provided, spreading wood-chips on wet and soft spots on the trail, and moving bog bridge materials to work sites. If time allows, some bog bridge construction is a possibility, too. Emily is a skilled trail builder and can easily guide a couple of volunteers on this. SLT has all necessary power tools – they ask that volunteers bring their own PPE, like work gloves, eye and ear protection, and appropriate footwear. Since MOAC folks are used to all kinds of trail conditions and environments, we should check the weather and dress as we normally would for a coastal hike.
Bring plenty of water, snacks or lunch. We could hit OOB or the Scarborough area for lunch. If anyone nearby wants to host us, we could all contribute to a picnic. The sky is the limit, when it comes to the MOAC spirit!

SLT has plenty of rakes, shovels, loppers, and wheel barrows. SLT will provide trash bags and vinyl gloves. Sewell Woods has two parcels on either side of the street, so litter pick up can happen on both parcels and along the road shoulder too. Litter pick up includes any trinkets, tchotchkes, art projects, etc that have been placed along the trail, in trees, etc.

Wolfe Neck State Park, Freeport
2023-04-22 13:30 - 16:00
We will hike the beautiful trails at Wolfe’s Neck State Park. There will be 2 loops so you will have the option to do one or both. If both, I estimate it will take about 2 1/2 hours. Trails could be muddy in spots so wear appropriate footwear.
Since this is Earth Day, let’s bring an old shopping bag and be ready to pick up any trash on the trail.
Address is 426 Wolfe’s Neck Road, Freeport.

Ellsworth Pot Luck
2023-04-28 17:00 - 21:30
Pot luck and camp fire in Ellsworth. Whether you are camping at my place or in the neighborhood, let’s pot luck at my house and gather round the campfire after. Address is 249 Christian Ridge Road, Ellsworth. From Bangor exit 182a towards Ellsworth. After about 25 miles, turn right on Christian Ridge Road. One mile down on the left look for my driveway just before the mailbox planter #249 and before the red house.
Let me know if your are coming, email or cell/text 207-801-1488.

Sunset Shores – Camping Piggyback Spring weekend
2023-04-28 17:00 - 2023-04-30 17:00
Hello MOACers,
Piggybacking on Marty’s post for the weekend of April 28-30th ~ I would like to invite you to join me on LOT 135 – Sunset Shores on Whitetail Road in Waltham, Maine – This is just about 10 miles north of Ellsworth on rt 179 – I will be up in the area all weekend and need a few extra hands to help me set up a 10×20 screened in canopy. Also looking for some help to walk/find a trail from my lot to Lot 90 (owned by my friend and MOACer Elaine V) There are about 130 acres between our back borders…
I walked my 4.5 acre lot last year with the Hancock County district forester and he said there are already existing old logging roads all throughout.
There is room on my lot to camp or we can stay at Marty’s. The restrooms in our common area pavilion should be operational by then but ya neva know! Let me know if you have any questions or need more information! We may head over Saturday afternoon after the Friends of Acadia event or on Sunday (weather dependent)
So please join me with your work gloves, navigational skills, rubber boots, compass & camping gear!
Looking forward to enjoying spring, the flora, fauna, lady slippers and a screened in hang-out!

HAPPY HOUR
2023-04-28 17:30 - 20:00
With ‘The Season” just around the corner now’s a good time to get into the Old Port. Weather on Friday is supposed to be great too. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THREE DOLLAR DEWEY’S located at 241 Commercial Street. Very reasonable drink prices. Free popcorn and good pub food. Long-table seating.

Acadia Roadside Cleanup
2023-04-29 08:30 - 11:30
Friends of Acadia is once again sponsoring a roadside cleanup and I would like to have a MOAC team participate. The cleanup is from 8:30 – 11:30 leaving the rest of the day for Acadia adventures. The park loop road will be open so that will be a great time to bike it before it is loaded with tourists.
My backyard on Christian Ridge Road in Ellsworth is available for tenting and my house available for bathroom, etc. There is a fire pit, chairs and a couple of tables and we can have a pot luck Friday night or Saturday, or whatever folks want. My house is on Leonard Lake so baby ducks may be involved.
Please let me know if you want to be a member of the MOAC team so I can get our team registered.
Also let me know if you want to tent in the backyard.
Link to Friends of Acadia Roadside Cleanup:https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/events/earth-day-roadside-cleanup/
Please contact me via email using “Acadia Clean Up” in the subject line so I can get our MOAC team started.
Happy Spring !!

Stroudwater Trail, Portland
2023-04-29 10:00 - 13:30
Let’s get in a local hike before more rain sets in. The Stroudwater Trail is located off outer Congress Street and follows the Stroudwater River. We will meet at the end of Hutchins Drive and proceed from there. This is about the mid-point of the trail so you can do all or part of the trail. Trail along the river is 3.5 miles round trip and the trail through the woods to Spring Street is 2.8 miles round trip.
Bring water and a snack or lunch.

Book Swap for Fun Before Monthly Meeting
2023-05-03 18:00 - 19:00
Bring books you no longer need or don’t want to pack up and move again. Books are heavy, so swap for new books you haven’t read! Especially bring outdoor-related books, trail and map books, “How to” books (cook on a campfire, white water/sea kayaking, river maps and ocean charts, cycling-related, and any sports-related books or maps. Any and all books welcome! You’ll need some new books to read by headlamp on all the camping trips coming up this summer. There will be a donation jar and the membership will nominate an outdoor-related charity for a gift of funds.

Monthly Meeting – Preserving Vacationland
2023-05-03 18:30 - 20:30
Preserving Vacationland
The history of the conservation of Maine’s parks and preserves
The top outdoor draw in Maine is Acadia National Park. The top-most point in Maine is in Baxter State Park.
Maine’s 281-mile stretch of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is the second longest along its 2,170 miles — and the most challenging. The Allagash Wilderness Waterway and Maine Island Trail are internationally known signature Maine experiences.
Maine’s many outdoor experiences include kayaking through the Scarborough Marsh, strolling through numerous nature preserves, hiking through Wolfe Neck Woods State Park and canoeing the Saco River.
All of the above-mentioned activities and places have long been enjoyed by MOAC members.
Their common denominator is that they take place on lands and waters that have been preserved for aesthetic and recreational values by many different programs and campaigns: federal, state and local plus many private initiatives and collaborative efforts.
The story behind the conservation of these iconic natural and historic properties is the subject of Preserving Vacationland, a fascinating PowerPoint show that details the preservation of many of Maine’s wild and scenic wonders, beginning with the aspirations of Henry David Thoreau in 1853 and continuing to the creation of Katahdin Woods and Waters and other present-day happenings.
It has been presented at several historical societies, conservation organizations and the University of Southern Maine.
About the presenter: Scott Andrews earned a B.A. in history from the University of Chicago, an M.B.A. from the Chicago Booth School of Business and an M.Sc. from the London School of Economics. A longtime MOAC member and trip leader, Scott has visited virtually every park and property to be depicted and described. A longtime lifestyle journalist, Andrews has written about two thousand articles on outdoor recreation and tourism for local and national publications. His first book, A Century on Skis, won the Skade Award of the International Skiing History Association. Preserving Vacationland will be his second book.

In addition to the speaker, the meeting is a chance to hear about recent outings, hear about upcoming outings, and socialize with other MOACers. It’s also a chance for new or prospective members to ask questions. Meeting begins at 7:00, but come at 6:30 to socialize and meet people.
Location: the Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church, 524 Allen Avenue, Portland (near Northgate Shopping Plaza). Here’s a Google Map link.

Zoom starts at7:00. On a good day, if all goes well. Note that the ZOOM link has changed from the one published in the newsletter.
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HAPPY HOUR
2023-05-05 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the new SEA DOG RESTAURANT AND BREWING COMPANY located in Cabela’s Plaza in Scarborough. Easy to get to directly off Exit 42 of I95. Good food, good drinks, good prices, good service. Free parking in their own lot.

Royce Loop
2023-05-06 08:00 - 18:00
Planning to hike from the Basin Brook Reservoir up the Basin Rim Trail Then a hodgepodge of trails making a loop that includes West and East Royce. Roughly 14 miles so steady hikers appreciated. This starts off with a stream crossing, Boots off is the best way for this one, xtra socks ( Snow on the north side of West Royce could be a factor) This will probably run past sundown so warm clothes and headlamps are a necessity. Email is best soucyjoshua@gmail.com

Bike Eastern trail
2023-05-06 10:30 - 12:30
Bike Eastern Trail Scarborough to Saco and back. Turnaround point at Thornton Academy, approx. 15 miles round trip. Conversational pace. Meet at ET trailhead parking lot off Black point rd. in Scarborough 10:30 Saturday May 6.

Boat Ready Party!
2023-05-07 09:00 - 16:30
A Maine Tradition!
Your chance to bottom paint a real sailboat! Many people go through life without having this opportunity! Plenty of room on the long waiting list. This Sunday before the music party. 9-4:30
Get your name in early! Emily Jane, the 37′ friend of MOAC wants you! Text Dan at 2uogh7 478 6835 Aspasia Marina, South Portland
Don’t miss this opportunity!
Buffing opportunities also available!

Evening Music Gathering!
2023-05-07 17:30 - 20:30
Come over Sunday 5:30 pm and play or listen to music! Bring a chair!, An instrument, voice, and/or… meet real old friends or some young ones. We’ll have a fire, hopefully in a firepit. Counseling will be available. Weather’s supposed to break and be warm! Sunset friendly! 9 Ballard St. around back on the water. Behind the chicken house. 207 four78six835 Dan

Paddle Runaround Pond
2023-05-10 09:30 - 12:00
Runaround Pond in Durham, ME, Wednesday, May 10, 2023 — Weather dependent. 9:30 AM – 12 Noon.
We’ll meet at the put-in at about 9:30 AM and plan to start paddling by 10:00. There is an outdoor facility at the put-in. This pond is often sheltered from the wind, but this trip is weather dependent.
There are not any public places to get out of the boats except at the put-in. We can paddle the major arm of the pond, return to the put-in and have lunch (bring your own).
For more info, Runaround Pond is written up in the QUIET WATERS MAINE book.
Please contact me by email (preferred), betsy.hanscom@gmail.com or phone, 207-754-9692 (or text). If I need to cancel due to weathah or whatevah, I’ll send an email by 7 AM.

Easy Canoe Camping Trip (Members Only)
2023-05-12 13:00 - 2023-05-14 15:00
Easy trip with no rapids or portages. We will arrive at my camp on Lake Moxie in The Forks, Maine on Friday May 12th and spend the night. Saturday morning, we will drive to the Bald Mountain Pond boat landing. After loading and launching our boats, we will leisurely explore the pond before arriving at our campsite. The Appalachian Trail skirts the pond before climbing Moxie Bald Mountain; there is a six person lean-to on the shore. Some may wish to tent or sleep in the lean-to…it will be up to you. Based on campsite space, this trip is limited to six people. If we arrive early enough, some may wish to hike up the mountain to enjoy the view from its open ledges.
Meals are on-your-own. If weather and conditions permit, we will have a social camp fire. Sunday is pack and paddle day.
You must contact me directly to sign up for this event. If you haven’t talked to me, you are not going.

HAPPY HOUR
2023-05-12 17:30 - 20:00
PLEASE NOTE: The following post is for Friday May 12.
HAPPY HOUR for Friday May 12 will be at THE STOCKHOUSE RESTAURANT AND SPORTS PUB located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. Good service, good food, good drinks, good prices. Free parking in their own lot.

Circumnavigate Hermit Island!
2023-05-14 10:00 - 12:00
Easy pleasant spring walking loop with fabulous water views and access. Meet in parking area at 9:45 – 10 am, leave at 10am.
https://hermitisland.com/
Should not take more than 1.5 hours. Bring your own hiking shoes, legs, water, and anything else you feel you may need. – Carol and Abby

Hot Air Ballooning, Post Mills, VT. FULL
2023-05-19 08:00 - 2023-05-21 20:00
Hot Air Ballooning / Camping

May 19, 20,21

Post Mills, Vermont.

Moacers,

Once a year Experimental Balloon Hot Air Balloonists get together at the grass airport in Post Mills, VT. Weather permitting, I will fly 5 times, once Friday evening at 6ish, thenearly mornings (6am) and late afternoons (7pm) Saturday and Sunday. I am looking for persons to fly and to crew. You may come for the weekend or just the day.

Ballooning: flights are about an hour (weather and safety permitting). The whole event, coffee, set up, fly, fold up, drive back to launch site takes 3 to 4 hours. Less if the chase crew finds us.

Camping: I have one ten man tent good for about 3 people. Camping is free. Bring your own food. I have one stove, mostly for coffee, and one generator (battery) to keep our devices charged. There is little or no cell service, no internet. I will bring a cooler with water, food, and snacks. There are portapotties, water, but otherwise you need to be self sustaining. Post Mill is isolated, in the mountains, and about 40 minutes north of Dartmouth College. Most outdoor fun mountain and water activities available during the day.

Note, I fly EXPERIMENTAL balloons, that means I made the aircraft myself, that flying with me involves risk. There are no guarantees the weather will cooperate. You will see the most exotic balloons in the US at this event. This is in my top three places to fly in the US

After the flight, survivors enjoy champagne. Questions? 727-470-3613

HAPPY HOUR
2023-05-19 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR for Friday, May 19 will be at FOUNDATIONS BREWING located at 1 Industrial Way in Portland. Great beer, spiked lemonade, and terrific Detroit Style Pizza. Both inside and outside seating. Free parking on site.

Short Morning Sail!
2023-05-20 09:00 - 11:00
Come jump on the Emily Jane for a quick short sail Saturday morning before the rain! This is a shakedown cruise with just the jib. What this really means is I don’t have all the sails on yet and probably something will go wrong. Text me for a spot! 9 am to 11 am. South Portland Dan 2o7 478 6835

Climb Mt Meader
2023-05-21 02:00
We’ll climb Mt. Meader in Evans Notch, about 6 miles round trip and 2,250′ of elevation gain. There shouldn’t be any snow but throw your spikes in your pack just in case. Also bring a rain layer in case of showers – they should be done by the time we start hiking, but you never know. Also bring 2 L of water and lunch, as well as a hat and gloves for the top. We will hike at book speed or faster. and there is some rock scrambling involved. We may stop afterwards for refreshments at Ebenezer’s Pub in Lovell. Max group size is 8, fully vaxed hikers only. RSVP for meeting places and times – we’re not starting at 2 AM.

Wolf Neck Farm/Campground
2023-05-21 14:00 - 17:00
Come for a coastal walk around Wolf Neck Campground in Freeport.

Acadia Camping, Biking, and Hiking
2023-05-26 - 2023-05-29
Per our MOAC tradition, we will be camping at The Bar Harbor Campground. See link: https://www.thebarharborcampground.com/. Please review so that you are aware of the campground rules, etc. I am estimating costs for tenting is between $35.00 and $40.00 per night. They do not take credit cards but will accept checks and there is also an onsite ATM. Also, reservations cannot be made but we have never had issues securing sites. We generally camp along Loop “B”.
The plan will be to bike the carriage paths or hike. Volunteers will be needed to lead biking and hiking trips.
If there is enough interest, we may do a potluck dinner on Saturday. Otherwise, everyone is on their own for food.
Hopefully the weather will cooperate. If not, we can bail at the last minute with no money committed.

Champlain Mountain
2023-05-26 13:30 - 16:00
We will hike the Beachcroft Trail to Champlain Mountain as an afternoon hike after arriving at Bar Harbor Campground. Distance is 2.4 miles round trip. Departure from the Bar Harbor Campground is 1:30. If you are MOAC’er who lives in the area and wants to join those of us camping, please let me know.

HAPPY HOUR
2023-05-26 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR for Friday, May 26 will be at RIVALRIES in FALMOUTH located at 2 Hat Trick Drive. Full bar, good food, good service. Both inside and outside seating. Free parking on site.

Secret Canoe Trip Revealed!!
2023-05-26 18:00 - 2023-05-29 18:00
Lonely? Dog won’t come? On hold again, phone playing the same old song? Inflation and climate change cut your 401k to a 301c? Find companionship and respect! Seek answers to politics through free expression. This should be an easy trip, good for novices with simple grasp of right and left. Guaranteed perfect weather and delightful company! No need for a partner! Indeed, most from previous trips have joined Match to recover. Partners will be traded every day…no…not like that…We have extra canoes. High class food and all cooking equipment provided! All you need is a tent and sleeping bag. Cheap too! Cost around $50 go for the whole weekend. Doing the East Machias River! Starting at Pococmoonshine lake Saturday morning. Meet The night before where route 9 crosses the east Machias River, – Birch Hill Rd. -at the campsite in the afternoon or evening. Early people will have cars spotted. Late people just drinks. After a hearty breakfast in the morning we will drive up to the put-in at Pocomoonshine and take off! Camp two more nights at secret primitive locations. Out late Monday.
Email me with your name, phone number, whether you have a canoe and where you’re driving from- If you have a car and want to drive – so we can get car pooling together. Put “Canoe” in the title so I can search easily.
Dan 2o7 for78, 6835
dkidd@fairpoint.net

Acadia Bike and Hike
2023-05-27 08:30 - 16:00
A tradition returns! Saturday May 27th at 8:30 AM we will meet at Bar Harbor Campground. Carpooling encouraged but tricky with bikes being transported. We will bike at a sightseeing pace on the carriage paths. I expect we will stop 3 times to get off the bikes for short hikes of 30-45 minutes. Helmets required. Suggest hybrid or mountain bikes. Please bring water, lunch, snacks, jacket, sunblock, spare tube. Expect to finish by 4:00 PM. Times are flexible to meet the wishes of our group. Please TEXT me, do not email, if you believe you can join at 207-450-4707. Weather report looks fantastic!

Last minute overnights at Cub Cove at Sebago Lake State Park
2023-05-29 - 2023-06-02
Last minute invite to stay at beautiful Cub Cove group site in the water at Sebago Lake State Park. My friends had to leave Cub Cove early, so their loss is your gain, if you are a super spontaneous sort. FREE camping tonight, Monday, May 29, tomorrow night, Tuesday, May 30, sorry Wednesday is full, and Thursday, night, June 1, at Cub Cove. Stay one two or three nights. I have a 300 Sq foot bell tent that I’m happy to share if that makes it easier for you to say yes or pitch your own tent on the bluff overlooking the water. Private beach, protected cove… luscious early morning paddle boarding…text me if interested. 518-3320.

Glen Boulder Trail to Davis Path
2023-05-29 02:00
Climb the scenic and challenging Glen Boulder Trail to its junction with Davis Path, 5.2 miles round trip and 2,850′ of elevation gain. There is some rock scrambling on exposed ledges on this hike – not for anyone with a fear of heights. Be prepared for black flies and windy conditions – bring an extra layer for the top section, which is above 5,000′. Also bring at least 2 liters water, lunch and a warm hat and gloves – the high will be in the 50s on Monday and with the wind it will feel colder. There could still be some snow at the higher elevations so bring your micro spikes just in case – there was snow still on May 21.
Fully vaccinated hikers only; if we haven’t hiked together before please let me know your experience on 4,000 footers when you RSVP. Max group size is 8 – please email or text for meeting places and times (we’re not leaving at 2 AM). We will probably stop afterwards for refreshments.

Mid-week Paddle Lower Togus Pond in Augusta
2023-05-31 10:00 - 14:30
Meet at 10 AM, and we’ll start paddling about 10:30AM. The trip is weather dependent. Bring a lunch or snack and we’ll try find a spot to picnic and stretch our legs on one of the islands.
The put-in is on Rte. 105, just east of Augusta. If you are not familiar with this area, it can be easy to confuse Little Togus Pond with Lower Togus Pond. There is a small parking area and some parking along the road where we put in. There may be a bathroom facility at the put in but no guarantees.
If you plan to join us please contact me by email (preferred), betsy.hanscom@gmail.com or phone, 207-754-9692 (or text). If I need to cancel for weather conditions or whatever, I will be able to contact you directly.

Alpine Garden Hike Mt Washington
2023-06-02 09:00 - 17:00
Ridge walk on Mount Washington to see the alpine flowers blooming. Rain or Intense Wind postpone date: June 11th. Meet at the parking area at base of the Auto Road for last pit stop and decide on which cars to accent/descent in–good brake pads required. Fee shared with driver(s). Minimal if any ticks, black flies or other insects to deal with. Dress appropriately for possible weather changes. More info and photos to be added in the future.

HAPPY HOUR
2023-06-02 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE BRUNSWICK on Old Orchard Beach. Full bar, good food, live music. Summer’s here! Let’s kick it off on the beach!

27th Annual Paddle For Pine Tree Camp
2023-06-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-04 09:00 - 12:00
The 27th annual Bath Savings Paddle for Pine Tree Camp returns this June with two locations.
Paddlers will have the chance to reunite in Solon for the traditional route down the Kennebec River or experience the new loop on the Androscoggin River in Brunswick.
Both paddles are family-friendly and perfect for all ages, skill levels, and abilities. Paddlers can also opt to participate virtually.
Providing two locations and two dates and making it a weekend-long event serves one purpose: to raise funds for Maine kids and adults with disabilities to experience freedom and independence at Pine Tree Camp. We are Maine’s only American Camping Association-Accredited camp for people with disabilities and 100% of proceeds from this event directly benefit Pine Tree Camp’s Open Door Policy.
Exciting news: Pine Tree Camp’s overnight summer camp sessions are returning to 100% capacity in 2023, bringing Maine kids and adults with disabilities back together for a much-needed week of friendship and fun on the shores of North Pond. The return to 100% capacity makes our Paddle fundraising efforts even more important.
Coming together to enjoy the Maine outdoors embodies the spirit of Pine Tree Camp. Throughout the pandemic, our camp team created new programming in the form of Adventure Day Pass days and Family Recreation Weekends, safely ensuring Maine people with disabilities full access to the outdoors in all four seasons. This programming proved to be life-changing for many of our camp families and continues to be offered.
Did you know? Since 1945, Pine Tree Camp has welcomed all who could benefit, regardless of their ability to pay. The funds raised from the Bath Savings Paddle for Pine Tree Camp are a critical part of our open-door tuition policy all year-round.

Paddle on the Kennebec River on June 3rd
Our traditional Paddle for Pine Tree Camp experience. Join us and bring your fundraising team as we paddle the Kennebec River for Pine Tree Camp on Saturday, June 3rd. The adventure starts at the Evergreens Campground at 9:30 a.m. and ends in North Anson.
Paddle on the Androscoggin River on June 4th
Our new location with the traditional Pine Tree Camp experience. Join us at 9:30 a.m. and bring your fundraising team as we paddle the Androscoggin River for Pine Tree Camp on Sunday, June 4th. The adventure starts and ends at the Water Street Boat Launch in Brunswick.

Maine Sea Kayak Club “kickoff the season” dry land event
2023-06-03 09:00 - 12:00
Joseph Herlihy wanted to share about a Southern Maine Sea Kayak Network event on Saturday, June 3 at Payson Park in Portland. Exact location within the park will be determined that morning based on availability but we are treating it as a “kickoff the season” dry land event for folks to gather and share knowledge about boats, gear, sea kayak camping, etc.
Joseph Herlihy (joe.herlihy@gmail.com) is the host of the event and it will be from 9-12 and intended to be a casual “drop by” event. Bring your coffee and go connect with some experienced ocean paddlers about the sport. This may be a nice, casual event for those MOAC members interested in learning more about ocean kayaking along the Maine coast. Steady rain will cancel.
More specific details at this link:
https://www.meetup.com/southern-maine-sea-kayaking-network/events/291984264/

Mt Webster via Webster Cliff Trail
2023-06-04 02:00
Climb the scenic and challenging Webster Cliff Trail to the summit of Mt. Webster, about 5.7 miles and 2,850′ of elevation gain. This will be a one-way hike and we’ll spot a car at the north end in Crawford Notch. There is some rock scrambling on exposed ledges on this hike, and it runs along the edge of a cliff so probably not good for someone with a fear of heights.. Be prepared for black flies and cool conditions – bring an extra layer for the top section, and be ready for some snow still. Also bring at least 2 liters water and lunch.
Fully vaccinated hikers only; if we haven’t hiked together before please let me know your experience on 4,000 footers when you RSVP. Max group size is 8 – please email or text for meeting places and times (we’re not leaving at 2 AM). We will probably stop afterwards for refreshments.

Music Jam Sunday Evening!
2023-06-04 18:00 - 20:30
End the cold wet weekend on a sweet note! Let’s get together and play some music Sunday at 6:00 at my place, 9 Ballard Street South Portland! Bring an instrument, your voice, or maybe just a beer! We need a tambourine man too! (Or woman) So far we have some guitar, a mandolin, banjo, washtub base and harmonica. Bring something! This will be indoors!!
Dan 2o7478 six835

June BBQ & Volunteer Recognition
2023-06-07 18:00 - 20:30
Kick off the summer with the annual MOAC BBQ. Our June BBQ is a time to celebrate what makes MOAC special – its people. We traditionally honor those that make the club go. Trip leaders, board members, and others are recognized. Come hang out with old or new friends.

Bring something for the grill (which MOAC provides) for yourself, and something else to share (appetizer/salad/side dishes/dessert). Bring your own drinks (no alcohol please – church rules).

Please bring your own place setting/silverware when possible to make the evening as green as possible. MOAC will supply paper goods, lemonade and condiments.
This is a rain or shine event.

Gear Swap
Bring your no longer needed outdoor gear for our every-so-often Gear Swap. Please mark items with your name, phone and price. Members can take back their unsold gear or it will be donated.

Set-up Volunteers Needed @ 5:15
Help bring tables and chairs outside from the church and later, return them. If you’d like to volunteer, text Carolyn Atwood: 650-228-6813 or email her at carolyn_atwood at hotmail dot com.

Location: the Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church, 524 Allen Avenue, Portland (near Northgate Shopping Plaza). Here’s a Google Map link.

HAPPY HOUR
2023-06-09 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the SIDECAR PUB located on the 4th floor at 7 Railroad Avenue in Gorham. Nice views – take the elevator to SIDECAR (4th floor) and then the stairway to the rooftop observation room. Good food and full bar including more exotic cocktails. Free parking in their own lot.

Sailing
2023-06-10 12:30 - 17:30, 2023-06-17 12:30 - 17:30
Trip full.

Go sailing on Casco Bay on my Cape Dory 36 on Saturdays in June, weather permitting. We’ll set sail from the Falmouth area and go out around the islands in the afternoon. Bring a snack to share, water, sunglasses, warm layers, closed toe non-marking shoes (sneakers are ok), and a rain jacket. Some sailing experience is preferable, but not required.
Warning, my cat Moana will also be sailing with us. Please take meds if you are allergic. She’s very friendly and will say hi.

Climb Mt Eisenhower
2023-06-11 02:00
Climb Mt. Eisenhower via Edmonds Path, 6.6 miles round trip and 2,750′ elevation gain. This is a rocky trail but well graded and no real rock scrambling is required. Be prepared for black flies and cool conditions, and possibly a shower on the way down – bring an extra layer for the top section, and be ready for some snow. Also bring at least 2 liters water and lunch. The reward is truly stunning views, if the top isn’t in a cloud.
Fully vaccinated hikers only; if we haven’t hiked together before please let me know your experience on 4,000 footers when you RSVP. Max group size is 8 – please email or text for meeting places and times (we’re not leaving at 2 AM). We will probably stop afterwards for refreshments.

Hot Air Balloon Flight, Space for two on Sunday, 6am and again 6pm
2023-06-11 06:00 - 10:00, 2023-06-11 18:00 - 21:30
This event is full, if you want to be on a waiting list, let me know! Buoyant Regards and pass the champagne
Summer! Time for my to get out the EXPERIMENTAL hot air balloon and ready if for the season. Have you ever want to go up? Now is your chance, I will be flying, weather permitting, June 10, 11, 12, and 13th. On each flight during set up I will checking various parts and systems. I need three people on each flight to help set up. If everything is in order we will then fly for 45-60. No experience necessary, Flight times (the time you must be at the launch site) will be 6pm Sat, Sun, and Monday. And 5:30 AM Sun, Mon, and Tue.
Launch site will be in Portland, Standish, Auburn or Cumberland depending on the wind direction. Contact me if you have any questions. If you can’t commit, please do not sign up. Morning success rate is about 60%, evenings, about 40%. You can sign up for multiple time slots.
Buoyant Regards, Tom Handcock 7274703613

Sail to Jewell Island for Picnic!
2023-06-11 09:00 - 17:00
Finally! A perfect sailing day! Join us on the Emily Jane, a high class sailing yacht with an experienced captain (I will see if I can find one) for a high class picnic on the outermost island of Casco Bay! Explore the island! It’s rumor there’s treasure buried there! Departing from dock in South Portland. Must be somewhat intelligent. Text Dan@2o7 478 6835

Mary
2023-06-16 07:00 - 2023-06-18 15:00
Are you eager to put your butt onto a bike seat and ride 180 miles in 3 days for a great charity?! Well, MOAC has a Trek Across Maine Team, the Trek raises money for the American Lung Association, and we all want clean air for our MOAC activities.
Come join us!
The team has raised upwards of $50,000 doing the Trek since 2016.
Feel free to contact me with any questions, but there are various training rides to join around the area to prepare. It’s very well supported with three rest stops per day, and no sustained distances any day > 20 miles before option of a rest stop, overnights are at Bates and St. Joe’s this year. Great fun, great people, and an experience like no other. Current team members are a mix of MOAC members and non-members, so if you have a non-MOAC buddy, they can also be on the team!
Check out the MOAC Trek page link for more details!

Volunteer Team at the Trek Across Maine
2023-06-16 07:30 - 17:00
Cheer for MOAC members riding the Trek. Some of these cyclists have been at it for literally decades!! The Trek is a really fun event departing from Thomas Point Beach on Friday, June 16th. The Trek raises funds for the research of chronic and terminal lung disease, quit smoking guidance and support and other medical and educational efforts in Maine related to clean air and health. Friday’s route is from Brunswick to Bates College.
Our assignment will be based on how many volunteers step forward. I’ll be donating my time in any event. The water and snack spots are a blast as we work with corporate sponsors who supply the goodies. There might be hot chocolate, depending on the weather; or ice water or both! Apples to cut, granola bars, whatever…these riders are burning calories big time! This is a rain or shine event. That’s what rain gear is for!
Let’s step up and support a good cause and the volunteer riders with our time and spirit.
Maine’s biggest and best cycling event is back! See old friends, make new ones, and enjoy the 39th annual Trek Across Maine.
Come explore new neighborhoods and landmarks, such as Thomas Point Beach & Campground, and St. Joseph’s College. From the baked potato bar at Bates College, to Team Tent City with plenty of lawn games, music, beer and snacks, and everything in between, the ALA welcomes you to volunteer in 2023!

HAPPY HOUR
2023-06-16 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE STOCKHOUSE RESTAURANT & SPORTS PUB located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. Their large deck is all set up now for Summer and the weather forecast looks good at this point. The food is good. The drinks are cheap. And the parking is free and on site.

Portland Bike Party!
2023-06-16 19:00 - 20:30
6/16/23 UPDATE: Weather forecast has gradually improved. Temps now predicted to be in the low 60’s with a 20% chance of precipitation. Who’s feeling lucky? I’ll be there … putting the Adventure in Maine Outdoor Adventure Club!
Weather report for Friday currently doesn’t look promising, but posting this in case the outlook improves. Assume event canceled/attend at own risk if outlook continues to look dour …
I did this last month with another MOACer and it was an absolute hoot. 150 riders of all ages on a meandering 5 mile bike ride through the streets of Portland (pace best described as … glacial). Ride stops midway somewhere along the route, everyone dismounts and … has an impromptu half-hour long dance party! Very well organized with safety volunteers stopping traffic at major intersections. Riders festooned their mounts with all manner of horns, bells and enough LED lights to decorate downtown for the holidays. One guy had an adult tricycle with a pair of rock concert-sized speakers, blaring raucous music the whole way. No frickin’ clue what was powering those beasts, but they gave the term “urban assault vehicle” a whole new meaning. At the dance party, another rider, whose bike sported a pirate flag atop a kayak paddle, was filling people’s waterbottles from a giant box of wine. But only if you referred to him for the evening as … “Nutmeg”.
No, of course none of this makes any sense! Think Burning Man, but on two wheels. If you’re not rocking some kind of noise maker or festive bicycle lighting, you’re missing the point. But even if you don’t have any of that, just bring your bike and join me for an evening of pedal-powered insanity! Meet at North Boyd Street (Austin Street Brewery/Kennedy Park) in Portland’s Bayside neighborood at 6:45pm. Perhaps noshing and libations afterwards, depending on group interest. Further details: https://www.portlandbikeparty.com/ride-info Friday’s route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43188795?fbclid=IwAR1MZAFzFuUtsssp6Gjlv6uWiocvl8WPmXFULBGRl2EPk9v7CQLnqNDVxWE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/447724973391123/

Climb Mt. Kearsarge
2023-06-18 02:00
This will be a fast-paced hike up Mt. Kearsarge North in Intervale NH, 6.2 miles round trip, 2,600′ elevation gain. Be prepared for rain showers and black flies, although I’m hoping the showers will have passed by the time we start. While this isn’t a 4,000 footer it hikes like one, so if we haven’t hiked together before, please call me at 207-380-6008 so we can talk about your experience.
Fully vaccinated hikers only, max group size is 8. Please call, text or email for meeting places and times (we’re not leaving at 2 AM). We probably won’t stop for refreshments after the hike this time (at least I can’t).

Sailing
2023-06-19 10:00 - 17:00
This trip is full with a waitlist.

Sail to Eagle Island for a picnic if weather permits. For Monday’s sail, I am watching the weather and will make a go/no go decision Sunday afternoon. I have three spots and will update this post when the trip is full. We will meet at Shaws on route 1 in Falmouth at 10 am because parking is limited at Handyboat. We will ride the launch out to my mooring together. I will drive people back to Shaws based on group consensus. If you have evening plans, please let me know so we can make sure to be back in time. Please bring warm layers, a rain jacket, nonskid shoes (white sole, closed toe), water, sunglasses, and snacks. It is always colder on the water.

Lower Class Sail to Eagle Isle!
2023-06-19 10:00 - 18:00
Plan “B” to get to the picnic on Eagle Island Monday. For the losers – too late to sign up on the faster boats to this epic happening. This is a boat with white-sheets-hanging-from-a-pole trip (WSHFAP trip). Counselors onboard for those struggling. Recommended to have your things in order before departing. Good dogs welcome! Text Dan@478 6835

Cruise to Eagle Island in Casco Bay
2023-06-19 10:00 - 2023-06-22 17:00
Cruise to Eagle Island in Casco Bay, the home polar explorer Admiral Robert Peary. Leave Aspasia marina in South Portland at 10:00 on Blue Glory II a 28 foot power boat and return by 17:00. Bring lunch, beverages, boat shoes, a wind breaker and sunglasses. Space is limited text Art at 207-332-2276 to sign up.
