Hike at Bradbury Mountain, Pownal
2024-04-01 13:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Hike at Bradbury Mountain State Park, Pownal
What: About 3 miles out and back: South Ridge Trail to Boundary Trail to the Bradbury-Pineland Corridor. This is a challenging route: lots of roots, scrambling over boulders, and numerous steep sections. I find poles very helpful. No dogs, please.
When: Monday, April 1, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where: Bradbury Mountain State Park, 528 Route 9/Hallowell Rd, Pownal. Enter the west side of the park. Pay the fee at the ranger booth, then immediately turn left to reach the parking lot for group camping. This is not the main parking lot. See the link below for the different entrance fees.
Who: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I’ll cancel by 9 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.

Snow & Eclipse Activities in Sugarloaf Area
2024-04-05 08:00 - 2024-04-09 09:00
Excited for symptoms of a real winter with spring temperatures? Take in snow and sun in the beautiful Carrabassett Valley/Franklin County area of Maine. Nordic, downhill and possibly alpine touring. Contact Eileen by phone or text to meet up. Roughly, Nordic Fri and Sat. Downhill Sun and Mon. Maybe some snowshoeing thrown in.
Witness total eclipse on the summit of Sugarloaf*! Watch from the “Beach” outside the base lodge with free parking until the lots fill, and free admission with a security check.) Shuttle buses will be rotating through. No hiking or uphill skiing on Monday.
*Lift ticket or season’s pass required to ride lifts.
https://www.sugarloaf.com/events-calendar/total-eclipse?utm_source=mc_sugarloaf&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=sl_news&utm_content=627168_sl_news_4-4-24&sfcid=0035Y0000423gmVQAQ&phone=

HAPPY HOUR
2024-04-05 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the AUSTIN STREET MICRO-BREWERY located at 115 FOX STREET in Portland. It’s comfortable inside as it looks like it may be an inclement night. They have a small lot and there’s plenty of free parking on the street.

Music & Dancing at Sugarloaf
2024-04-06 14:30 - 2024-04-07 00:30
All Snow Studs and Bunnies: Do your thing and then meet at the Widowmaker Lounge before 3PM for the JUKE JOINT DEVILS until 6PM. This blues boogie band will keep your energy cranking. Take a break for dinner and a hot tub soak and come back for a 9PM show with Maine’s own jam, covers and very danceable band SKOSH. They play classic hits and their own music. They met at USM School of Music and the rest is history! NO cover charge. Tip the musicians.

Hike Mt Agamenticus
2024-04-07 10:00 - 14:00
Hike Mt Agamenticus
I plan on hiking all 3 peaks. The last time I did this it was 8.5 miles and 3.5 hours. I may have taken an extra long route. This could be quite a bit shorter possibly, or you can do a shorter trip.
Not sure if microspikes will be needed, but bring some just in case. Hiking poles or a mountain axe might be helpful
Leaving the trailhead 10am

Eclipse Viewing at Rangeley Lakes Cross Country Ski Area
2024-04-08 08:30 - 19:30
I have reserved a parking space to view the eclipse in Rangeley and can take 3 passengers. I have also purchased a lunch so will be going early, leaving the Portland area around 8:45. There may be an opportunity to snowshoe before the eclipse and the website also recommends that we bring camp chairs. Contact me to work out meeting spots and other details like what is needed if you want to purchase lunch. 207-838-0437

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.

Swing Dance Party at the Rangeley Inn
2024-04-08 16:00 - 19:30
The parking at Rangeley lakes x-country ski area has sold out. But please feel free to come to Rangeley, find your own viewing spot for the eclipse and come to see the band. A Portland Band called the Zoot Jumpers will be playing. They are a great dance band. Tickets are available at Event Brite or the website for the Rangeley Inn. Follow the links to purchase a ticket. Tickets are $30. Event to be held in their Banquet Room which seats 150 people.
Bring your eclipse glasses, food, drinks and lawn chairs!

MOAC General Meeting
2024-04-10 18:30 - 20:30
Carlie Casey of Bethel to Present on Nearly 1,000 Miles of Nordic Skiing in Norway
In mid-February 2023, Carlie Casey and Ann Speth of Bethel, Maine flew to Norway with the intention of cross-country skiing as far north as possible before the melting snow would put an end to their skiing adventure. Skiing the entire length of Norway had been a dream of Carlie’s after several weeks-long trips in prior years. As it turns out, starting in the south and skiing in one continuous path northward, using marked routes connecting Norway’s backcountry huts, was not as straightforward as maps and websites suggested.
Join Carlie as he shares breathtaking slides of the “birthplace” of Nordic skiing, describes problem-solving on such a trip, and opens his pack to reveal what they both learned about the gear best suited to hut-to-hut skiing. Carlie will share his experience with the different qualities of Nordic skis and gear.
Carlie is a credentialed Technical Director (TD) by the Federation of International Skiing (FIS) and the US Ski and Snowboard Association (USSSA). He was a long-time West Coast TD before moving back East to join his late wife, near their hometown. As a FIS TD he has been around the world working ski races and helps the local Chisholm Ski Club at Black Mountain of Maine, he is also a key cog in the Bethel Trails program. You can find him in the X-C Ski stadium helping with set and design or on the trail making sure the rules are followed in multiple international races held in the U.S.
Not only an avid Nordic skier, Carlie has accomplished both long-distance biking and hiking goals, including the Appalachian Trail more than once.

In addition to the presentations, 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.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-04-12 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the SIDECAR PUB located at 7 RAILROAD AVENUE in GORHAM. Take the elevator to the 4th floor. Unique spot overlooking town. Free and ample parking. Reservation made in my name and in MOAC’S name.

BBQ CHICKEN DINNER
2024-04-13 16:00 - 19:00
Cape Elizabeth Lions Club Non Profit Fund Raiser- $18.00..Eat in or Take Out, BYOB. 1/2 BBQ Chicken, Baked Potato, Cole Slaw, Desert, beverage for eat in.
Lions Club House, 1 Wheeler Road, CE Maine

Wolfe Neck State Park, Freeport
2024-04-14 10:00 - 13:30
Join me in hiking the trails at Wolfe Neck State Park. There are two loops so you have the option of doing one or both. Distance for both trails is around 4 miles. I am planning to bring a lunch and hope to find a sunny spot on the rocks. Trails may be muddy in spots so wear appropriate footwear. Cost is $4.00 if not a senior. Address is: 426 Wolfe’s Neck Road, Freeport, ME

MOAC Board Meeting
2024-04-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-06-19 19:30 - 21:00
You’re invited to join the Board for the monthly board meeting. They are usually held the 3rd Wednesday of the month on Zoom.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83684200941?pwd=[REDACTED]

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.

Music Jam – Thursday!
2024-04-18 18:00 - 20:30
Come on over! Let’s play some music together Thursday night at 9 Ballard Street in South Portland, 6:00 p.m.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-04-19 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE STOCKHOUSE RESTAURANT & SPORTS PUB located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. Good food. Very reasonable drink prices. Free parking in their own lot.

Ossippee River Class 2 Whitewater trip
2024-04-20
I have lead this trip annually since I joined MOAC in 1998. Will try it again on April 20th. 7 miles of Class 2 whitewater. Not a show and go trip. To join you need to contact me to discuss experience and what gear you are planning to use. This includes appropriate clothing for the occasional unplanned swim because at this part of the year the water is cold. For those interested and contact me I will provide details for where to meet and the time to meet. Plan to stop along the river for lunch. Also this is not a raft trip. We use either canoes or whitewater kayaks ( P.S. your fiberglass sea kayak would not be a good choice) Anyway give me a call. Trip is also weather dependent. Not going to reenact a previous trip where some of us became members of the “Not So Bright Bunch club”. I am hoping for a day with no rain and hopefully relatively warm. ( as I age, it is no longer as much fun running the river when it is barely above freezing or in a rainstorm….) Not going to replay Trip is also being offer through the Penobscot, Paddle and Chowder Society (PPCS) … Hopefully we can have another good day on the river. V/R Bob
207 653 9315
Robert_Radowicz@msn.com

Bug to Barrel. 32 mile Round Trip Bike ride
2024-04-21 10:00 - 14:00
We’ll meet at Bug Light Park in South Portland at 10 am on Sunday. We’ll bike the Eastern Trail from there to Barrelled Souls Brewery in Biddeford, stop for a yummy beer, and back again. The ride is about 1/3 on paved bike path, 1/3rd on roads, and 1/3rd on gravel. This is a great chance for people considering the trip from St. Johnsbury to Burlington Vermont in June to see how their bikes do on an assortment of conditions, and how you do on a longer ride. Attempts will be made to stick together, or at the least, we’ll meet up at Barrelled Souls. But if people want to split up, that’s fine too. Personally, I aim to be faster than a 10mph pace in the saddle. I’m no speed demon. If you don’t feel like you’re heart is pumping below 15, I’ll see you at the Brewery!
Barrelled Souls is my personal favorite brewery in Maine, they specialize in really big beers, like 14 to 15%, and also sours. They’ve got a few basic beers if your tastes don’t extend to the big and sour. Feel free to email at patrickjamescoon@gmail.com with any questions.

Clean Up East End Beach
2024-04-22 17:00 - 18:00
Join me and others celebrating Earth Day, Monday, April 22 from 5:00. -6:00 pm. Do your part and help clean up East End beach. Show and go, for more info about the event, see https://www.facebook.com/share/p/BQ8udgSugB9ejRg5/?

Volunteer – Plant seedlings for NE Cottontail Habitat Restoration
2024-04-24 12:00 - 16:00
Volunteer opportunities with Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge during the week of Earth Day. This activity, over two days, involves planting native shrub seedlings into pots which will be later used for New England cottontail habitat restoration projects.
Dates/Time and Location:

Day 1: Wednesday April 24th @12noon – 4:00pm
Day 2: Thursday April 25th @9 am – 3:00pm
Location: Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge Greenhouse, 429 Post Road (Rt 1), Wells (enter via small drive located just down Route 1 from Saltwater Farm)

Confirm attendance to one or both days, or portion of day(s) to: Colin McKevitt colin_mckevitt@fws.gov
Per Colin:
“Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is holding its annual shrub potting volunteer event, just a few days after Earth Day 2024. We will be receiving a large order of bareroot native shrub seedlings and will get to work potting nearly 1500 shrubs as fast as we can get to them. This is great opportunity to get your hands dirty, learn about growing container stock, and check out our greenhouse in Wells! We have selected specific native shrubs with habitat goals in mind for the New England cottontail- many of these shrubs will be outplanted for early successional/young forest habitat restoration projects.

Wednesday, 4/24/24
The plants will be picked up in Dover, NH in the morning, so we should be ready to start planting at the greenhouse at 12:00 PM.
Thursday, 4/25/24
There will still be plenty of plants to get potted, so we will start at the greenhouse at 09:00 AM and go until we run out.
Garden gloves, sunscreen and hats are recommended, and we will have extra gloves and sunscreen for those who need them.
Please let me (Colin) know if and when you are interested in coming to help, even for just an hour or two. I will be sending a follow up email to anyone interested to firm up the details.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out! “

This a a fun and worthwhile volunteer activity. Work is in close proximity to others – a good socializing opportunity as well. In the fall, Rachel Carson will again seek volunteers for “Rabitat Planting Parties” where these pots established in April are planted in designated NE Cottontail habitats located between Cape Elizabeth and Kittery.

Also see poster contained within image attached to this calendar entry
Additional NE Cottontail restoration info: https://www.wbur.org/news/2023/10/02/new-england-cottontail-rabbit-habitat

Volunteer Day 2 – Plant seedlings for NE Cottontail Habitat Restoration
2024-04-25 09:00 - 15:00
Volunteer opportunities with Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge during the week of Earth Day. This activity, over two days, involves planting native shrub seedlings into pots which will be later used for New England cottontail habitat restoration projects.
Dates/Time and Location:

Day 1: Wednesday April 24th @12noon – 4:00pm
Day 2: Thursday April 25th @9 am – 3:00pm
Location: Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge Greenhouse, 429 Post Road (Rt 1), Wells (enter via small drive located just down Route 1 from Saltwater Farm)

Confirm attendance to one or both days, or portion of day(s) to: Colin McKevitt colin_mckevitt@fws.gov or Phone: (207) 770-5686
Per Colin:
“Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is holding its annual shrub potting volunteer event, just a few days after Earth Day 2024. We will be receiving a large order of bareroot native shrub seedlings and will get to work potting nearly 1500 shrubs as fast as we can get to them. This is great opportunity to get your hands dirty, learn about growing container stock, and check out our greenhouse in Wells! We have selected specific native shrubs with habitat goals in mind for the New England cottontail- many of these shrubs will be outplanted for early successional/young forest habitat restoration projects.

Wednesday, 4/24/24
The plants will be picked up in Dover, NH in the morning, so we should be ready to start planting at the greenhouse at 12:00 PM.
Thursday, 4/25/24
There will still be plenty of plants to get potted, so we will start at the greenhouse at 09:00 AM and go until we run out.
Garden gloves, sunscreen and hats are recommended, and we will have extra gloves and sunscreen for those who need them.
Please let me (Colin) know if and when you are interested in coming to help, even for just an hour or two. I will be sending a follow up email to anyone interested to firm up the details.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out! “

This a a fun and worthwhile volunteer activity. Work is in close proximity to others – a good socializing opportunity as well. In the fall, Rachel Carson will again seek volunteers for “Rabitat Planting Parties” where these pots established in April are planted in designated NE Cottontail habitats located between Cape Elizabeth and Kittery.

Also see poster contained within image attached to this calendar entry
Additional NE Cottontail restoration info: https://www.wbur.org/news/2023/10/02/new-england-cottontail-rabbit-habitat

HAPPY HOUR
2024-04-26 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR for this Friday will be at the RISING TIDE MICROBREWERY located at 103 Fox Street in Portland. Inside and outside patio seating. Lite bites. Free parking in their own lot and all along Fox Street as well.

Acadia Trash Clean Up
2024-04-27
Saturday, April 27, is Friends of Acadia annual clean up day. Pick up trash in the morning, hike or bike in the afternoon.
Get a head of the crowds by visiting Acadia National Park and do a good deed as well.
As an added incentive, you can tent at my place in Ellsworth or park your camper in my driveway. There will be a pot luck dinner Saturday night and a campfire with smores.
Please let me know if you will attend by calling or texting 207-801-1488 or send an email to marty@donnellpond.com

Hike Pleasant Mountain and Bald Peak
2024-04-28 09:30 - 14:00
Hike Pleasant Mountain via the Firewarden’s trail. Possibly continue to Bald mountain. Hike will be 6-9 miles. Microspikes probably not required.
Meet off of Wilton Warren Road
About a 4 hour hike.
Possible carpool at the school across the street from Pineland Farm.

Presumpscot River Preserve
2024-04-28 13:00 - 15:00
The hike is along the Presumpscot River in Portland. Distance is 4 miles. There could be muddy areas so wear appropriate footwear. Meet at the trailhead on Overset Street. Directions: Summit Street to Curtis Road to Overset. My cell is (207) 838-0437.

Call for volunteers! Phoning in for Baxter State Park group site reservations.
2024-04-30 08:00 - 11:30
We are looking for an “A Team” to help get a MOAC weekend reserved at Baxter State Park this year!
Please email me your contact information if you’re interested.
This is for the big Labor Day weekend, so game faces! It’ll be a highly competitive reservation to go for so any help is appreciated.
Phone lines open on April 30th (Tuesday) at 8:00 am sharp.
I’ll coordinate which sites/dates we are going for once I have the team together.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Thanks,
Josh Soucy

MOAC General Meeting
2024-05-01 18:30 - 20:30
Prepare for the upcoming Paddling Season – PG-13 style!
Find out how sucking your thumb, wearing mini-skirts, and laying down can make this your best Paddling Season ever!!

Join MOAC and presenter Scott Shea, Master Maine Guide and owner of Seaspray Kayaking and Paddle Maine for over 30 years, as he entertains and educates us with an interactive presentation (be prepared to be involved…).

Learn tips for for all types of paddling – including flatwater, ocean, paddleboarding, pedal drives, and kayak fishing.

Guaranteed to make you laugh and think at the same time.

Give-aways and paddling discounts will be included this evening.

In addition to the presentations, 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.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-05-03 17:00 - 19:00
***** PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS THE SPOT WHERE THE MANAGEMENT HAS STRONGLY REQUESTED THAT WE COMMENCE OUR HAPPY HOUR AT 5:00PM AND VACATE OUR TABLE BY 7:00PM. *****
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE SEA DOG RESTAURANT located in Cabela’s Plaza in Scarborough. We’ll start at 5:00PM and end at 7:00PM this week. Great atmosphere, free parking, very good food (try their beef chili with chips), along with inexpensive happy hour drink prices. It’s a winner and I wish we could come up with more places like it.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-05-03 17:00 - 19:00
ALERT: Tonight’s HAPPY HOUR at THE SEA DOG will be ON THEIR PATIO . Bring a jacket!

Hike Bradbury Mountain
2024-05-05 10:00 - 12:00
I’m a little busy this weekend to post a longer trip, so keeping it local. May post a longer hike next weekend…
hike Bradbury mountain. 4-5 miles. I may do a few loops to get in some extra miles.

Spring Party
2024-05-07 18:00 - 20:30
Big Party behind the boathouse! We’ll have a campfire (not the boathouse). DIY band music, semi-potluck dessert table, byob and chair. Annual Low Class Event to welcome spring! Watch the sun set along with an adoring partner sporting those forever eyes smiling so sweetly thinking you’re the one ….yes like before…Go to: 7 Ballard St, South Portland in the back by the ocean!
Contact: Dan Kidd 207 478 6835

HAPPY HOUR
2024-05-10 17:30 - 20:00
We’re in that interim period when the weather is warming up and the tourists haven’t yet arrived. It’s a good time to go back to the Old Port. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THREE DOLLAR DEWEYS located at 241 Commercial Street. Reasonable drink prices, good food, free popcorn, all in a long-table atmosphere. Free parking along Commercial Street up by Becky’s and also at all meters after 6:00PM.

Canceled Frye Mountain hike
2024-05-12 09:30 - 15:00
No RSVPs. Something came up I can’t make this hike today. May try to reschedule in a week or two…
Hike Frye Mountain
if you do an out-and-back, it is 8.4 miles. If you do a loop at the top, it is 10.9 miles. I think I’d like to do the longer option but we will see.
Lower elevation, so microspikes should not be necessary

Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest, Falmouth
2024-05-13 09:30 - 12:00
Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest, Falmouth
What: About 3.5 miles of rocks, roots, and bridges. One of my favorite hikes in Falmouth. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs, please.
When: Monday, May 13, 9:30 am -noon
Where: North Falmouth Community Forest, 556 Blackstrap Rd., Falmouth. This is the address of the parking lot, which is directly across Blackstrap Rd. from the Happy Cats boarding facility.
Who: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.

Art Exhibit Opening Reception
2024-05-13 18:00 - 20:00
After a very long hiatus, Phil Poirier (an original MOAC member) will be having an art exhibit at Coffee by Design, India street, Portland. The exhibit will run from May 13 to June 23, with an opening reception May 13, from 6-9PM.
Here is a sneak preview

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.

Cancelled I put in the wrong date oops! Monroe Gravel Rambler
2024-05-16 08:00 - 14:30
There is a group gravel ride scheduled for Sunday. I missed the cut off for registration, so I’m planning on riding it in saturday
45 miles of gravel in Monroe ME.
Here’s the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46675072
about 50% gravel 50% paved.
Best ride would be a gravel bike. Second choice would be a MTB, though it will be slower. Not suitable for road bikes due to gravel roads and double track.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-05-17 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at FOUNDATION BREWING located at 1 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE in Portland. Indoor and outdoor seating. Their pizza gets rave reviews and there’s always a food truck or two on site. Free parking too.

Monroe Gravel Rambler
2024-05-18 08:00 - 14:00
45 mile gravel ride in Monroe, ME
This is the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46675072
Best choice of bike is a gravel bike. Second best would be a MTB, though it will be slower. Road bikes are not a good choice due to gravel roads and double tracks.

Hike Frye mountain
2024-05-19 09:30 - 15:00
Hike Frye Mountain
if you do an out-and-back, it is 8.4 miles. If you do a loop at the top, it is 10.9 miles. I think I’d like to do the longer option but we will see.
Lower elevation, so microspikes should not be necessary
Possible carpool in/around Augusta.
Please RSVP via email if you want to attend.

Hike the new East Windham Conservation Area
2024-05-20 09:30 - 12:00
Hike the new East Windham Conservation Area

What: 3.1 miles through this preserve that opened earlier this month. The surface is wide gravel roads, then rooty woods trails. Some moderate hills. We’ll go along Little Duck Pond and see boulders. If the weather is clear, we should be able to see Mt. Washington. The blackflies are out in force, so be prepared. Bring a snack for a rest break. Hunting is allowed. No dogs, please.
When: Monday, May 20, 9:30 am -12:00
Where: 187 Falmouth Rd., Windham. Look for the large signs at the road. If you’re coming from Falmouth, it’s immediately before the utility corridor. Drive straight back to the large parking lot (the road on the right is just for construction traffic).
Who: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.

*Postponed* Bike the Eastern Trail, Scarborough to Saco
2024-05-24 09:30 - 12:30
Bike the Eastern Trail, Scarborough to Saco
*Postponed as of 5/21/24: The Trail Manager of the Eastern Trail kindly told me that the section through the Marsh is scheduled for improvements next week. I rode that section last week and it’s pretty rough. Our tires and saddles will benefit if we reschedule for after the improvements.*
What: 13.6 miles round trip through beautiful Scarborough Marsh and along wide wooded paths. The trail is all off-road, almost entirely flat. The surface is mostly sand, gravel, or packed dirt with a few short paved sections. Feel free to contact me for more specifics. Padded bike shorts and wide tires recommended, not road tires. Our pace will be leisurely. Bring a snack for a rest break. There are no portapotties along the route, but wooded privacy can be found. No dogs, please.
When: Friday, May 24, 9:30 am -12:30
Where: Meet in the parking lot on Eastern Road, Scarborough. From Route 1 in Scarborough, turn south onto Black Point Rd./Route 207 (on the other side of Route 1 it’s called Gorham Rd./Route 114). In 0.3 miles turn right onto Eastern Road, then in 0.3 miles you’ll reach the large parking area.
Who: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.

ACADIA CAMPING, BIKING, AND HIKING
2024-05-24 11:00 - 2024-05-27 14:00
Seawall is now full for the weekend. If interested in going to Acadia, please check Bass Harbor Campground which is nearby.

For many years, it has been a MOAC tradition to go to Bar Harbor Campground for Memorial Weekend. Unfortunately, the campground has been sold to a large corporation and is no longer a “first come, first serve” facility. I am finding the price points too expensive for me to want to make a reservation.
I have booked a site at Seawall Campground which is part of Acadia National Park. Reservations can only be made 2 months in advance so Memorial Weekend has just opened up and is filling up very quickly. As of 3:30PM , 3/28, there are 22 campsites still left. Most are in Loop C. If interested, you must act NOW!!! Cost is $30 per night with a 50% discount for anyone having a National Park Lifetime Senior Pass. Go to: www.recreation.gov to make reservations. Also, you can cancel two days in advance for a $10 cancellation fee if the weather does not cooperate.

Mansell Mountain–Southwest Harbor
2024-05-24 14:00 - 17:00
This is a loop hike to Mansell Mountain, using the following trails–Perpendicular, Mansell, and Cold Brook. Distance is 2.4 miles, elevation gain is 870 feet, book time 2 hours and 20 minutes. The Perpendicular Trail is an interesting trail with 1,000 stone steps, several iron rungs, and one iron ladder. It is referred to as the “stairway to heaven”. The trailhead is at the Long Pond pumping station. Directions are: Follow Seal Cove Road in Southwest Harbor. At .6 mile, take the first right onto Long Pond Road and follow until the end. I am not sure if a park pass is required but I would make the assumption that it is.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-05-24 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be OUT ON THE DECK at THE STOCKHOUSE located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. Good food, reasonable drink prices, free parking.

10 mile+ day hike at Pleasant Mountain, Bridgton
2024-05-25
I’ll be day hiking Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton Sat and Sun with fully loaded pack in preparation for 100 mile wilderness backpack later this summer.
Pace: approx: 2 miles/hour
Mileage: 10-12 miles each day
Elev gain expected: 2,000 ft or more
Looking for: 2-4 others to join me — seasoned hikers who are comfortable with pace, or those less familiar with longer day hikes who have fitness level to go at that pace.

Hike/bike Acadia adventure
2024-05-25 09:00 - 15:30
This has been a traditional MOAC adventure for many years, (thanks to Jim Lennox). We will meet at the end of Duck Brook Road in Bar Harbor at 9AM sharp and bike the carriage trails with a couple of small hikes thrown in. Bike for a bit, then hike Conners Nubble, a short but fairly steep .1 mile with a great view of Eagle Lake. Back onto the bikes and head for the challenging Around the Mountain trail. Stop and hike Parkman Mountain, 1 mile round trip. Back onto the bikes, next stop will be Jordan Pond. If we are feeling extremely ambitious, we might do Day Mountain, another 1 mile round trip. Total biking miles are 18 to 20 miles. Road bikes are not acceptable on the carriage paths, helmets are mandatory. Assume this is a full day but if folks want to start with us and create their own route, that is entirely acceptable. Park pass is required to park on Duck Brook Road. Bring lunch and plenty of water although water bottles can be refilled at Jordan Pond.

Eastern Trail Ride. 40 Miles Scarborough to Kennybunk
2024-05-25 10:00 - 17:00
Starting from the top of the eastern trail, off of Black Point Road in Scarborough at 10:00 this Saturday We’ll go to the end of the trail section of the Eastern Trail in Kennybunk, and back again. There isn’t a trail through Biddeford, so we can go one way down and another way back to break it up a bit. The whole ride is just shy of 40 miles, mostly flat, and probably more than half on gravel, some through Biddeford, and some of that not the nicest biking, but it gets nice again soon.

Aim to meet at 10AM on Saturday. Feel free to turn around sooner if that’s too long a ride. We can stop somewhere along the way for a beer and lunch. Very Civilized. Biddeford has a ton to offer these days too. The whole thing will take about 5 hours. Text me at 207 323.1805 if you’re planning on coming.

Here is the ride.
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Sailing Saturday 5/25
2024-05-25 14:00 - 18:30
Saturday is now full. There is space on the Sunday and Monday sails.

Let’s go sailing on S/V Beyond 2, my Cape Dory 36 Sailboat, moored in Falmouth.
I plan to sail from 2-6ish in the afternoon, and may stay out later to watch the sunset if people want. Please reply back with a brief description of your sailing experience, whether you have been on my boat before, and your cell phone and email for planning the carpool. Parking is $20/car for non-members, so we should fit as many as possible in one car. My car is free as a member. Rain, fog, or strong winds will cancel this event, so watch your email for updates.
Please Bring:

Water
Snacks to share
Good close-toe non marking shoes (sneakers or closed-toe sandals are fine…no flip flops)
Layers for outdoor activity, including a warm sweater or jacket
Rain jacket
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Cash for parking

Pleasant Mtn, Bridgton 10-12 mi day hike
2024-05-26

Cadillac Mountain -- South Ridge Trail
2024-05-26 09:30 - 14:30
Hike to the summit of Cadillac Mountain via the South Ridge Trail. Distance is 6.4 miles round trip, elevation gain is 1,375 feet, and book time is 2:20 one way. Park along Route 3, trailhead is about 50 yards west of the entrance to Blackwoods Campground. Meet at the trailhead at 9:30. Bring lunch and plenty of water.

Sailing Sunday 5/26
2024-05-26 14:00 - 18:30
This sail is now full.
Let’s go sailing on S/V Beyond 2, my Cape Dory 36 Sailboat, moored in Falmouth.
I plan to sail from 2-6ish in the afternoon, and may stay out later to watch the sunset if people want. Please reply back with a brief description of your sailing experience, whether you have been on my boat before, and your cell phone and email for planning the carpool. Parking is $20/car for non-members, so we should fit as many as possible in one car. My car is free as a member. Rain, fog, or strong winds will cancel this event, so watch your email for updates.
Please Bring:

Water
Snacks to share
Good close-toe non marking shoes (sneakers or closed-toe sandals are fine…no flip flops)
Layers for outdoor activity, including a warm sweater or jacket
Rain jacket
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Cash for parking

Sailing Monday 5/27
2024-05-27 14:00 - 18:30
Thus sail is now full.
Let’s go sailing on S/V Beyond 2, my Cape Dory 36 Sailboat, moored in Falmouth.
I plan to sail from 2-6ish in the afternoon, and may stay out later to watch the sunset if people want. Please reply back with a brief description of your sailing experience, whether you have been on my boat before, and your cell phone and email for planning the carpool. Parking is $20/car for non-members, so we should fit as many as possible in one car. My car is free as a member. Rain, fog, or strong winds will cancel this event, so watch your email for updates.
Please Bring:

Water
Snacks to share
Good close-toe non marking shoes (sneakers or closed-toe sandals are fine…no flip flops)
Layers for outdoor activity, including a warm sweater or jacket
Rain jacket
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Cash for parking

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.

Mt. Parker White Mountain Hike
2024-05-31 08:30 - 15:00
Mount Parker is a 3,013 foot mountain in the Crawford-Sandwich Range of New Hampshire, off of US 302 in Bartlett, NH.
We will hike the Mt. Langdon and Mt. Parker Trails with a roundtrip mileage of 7.8 miles, with 2,800 feet of elevation gain. The book time is about 5 hours.
Bring a lunch to have at the summit to enjoy the views of including the Presidential range, including Mt. Washington; Crawford Dome, Wiley Range, Twin Range, Mt. Bond, Nancy Range, Vose Spur, Mt. Cardigan, Wildcats, Carter Dome. , etc.
We will meet at the trailhead at 9 am. Carpool options from South Portland, Scarborough area if anyone wanted to carpool. The weather should be beautiful but pack layers.
Please text 207-two-hundred and nineteen- 9622 or email me at melanieslawlor@smccme.edu if you have any questions or wanted to join in on this hike.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-05-31 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at GRITTY MCDUFF’S located at 396 Fore Street in the heart of the Old Port. Great bar with friendly communal seating. Good food along with their own brews on tap. Always lively. Free parking at all meters come 6:00PM.

MOAC National Trails Day Annual Trail Maintenance
2024-06-01 09:00 - 15:30
Join the MOAC trail crew as we celebrate National Trails Day by volunteering to help maintain MOAC’s adopted hiking trails. The Bald Peak and Sue’s Way trails on Pleasant Mountain have been under our care for a few years now. The Loon Echo Land Trust manages all the trails on Pleasant Mountain and we work with them to keep the trails clear, safe, and fun for everyone. A day of trail maintenance involves clipping back the limbs and brush, raking twigs, sticks, leaves, cleaning water bars, and removing smaller blowdowns. MOAC has a collection of trail tools, so unless you have a favorite rake or pair of clippers, all you need to being is enthusiasm and elbow grease. Of course you’ll also want to wear sturdy footwear, work gloves, bring plenty of water, lunch, bug dope, and a day pack for it all. Watch the weather and be sure to have a warm and/or dry layer as necessary. We start at 9am and end around 3:30pm-ish. Please meet at the Bald Peak trailhead parking lot on Mountain Road Bridgton, which is off Route 302. The trailhead is about a mile past the ski area. Most members will volunteer for the whole day. But you can join the fun for just the morning, or just the afternoon. All help is welcome! Just please let me know. If you have any questions about the day, give me a call or email. We’d love to have you as part of the MOAC Trail Crew 2024!
Dana-the-Maintain-ah 650-5197 trails@moac.org

Boat cruise and hike on Jewell Island
2024-06-01 10:00 - 18:30
Cruise to Jewell Island from the East End beach aboard Blue Glory II a 28 foot Wilbur. There is room for 7 plus the captain. We will hike the trails so bring light hiking boots, lunch and beverages. Beach shoes come in handy. If you are brave bring a bathing suit. We will leave the dock at the East End beach in Portland at 10 am sharp. To sign up text or call me at 207-332-2276, The weather looks great!

Cocktail Party & Dance!
2024-06-01 19:00 - 23:00
Sip and dip….on the dance floor, that is. Come join us for a spring evening of fun and merriment. Kick off your shoes, let down your hair (if you have any) and let’s get this party started!
At Kathie’s ….. 11 McKinley Road, Falmouth
BYOB and a camp chair
7-11pm

Bike and picnic, Papermill Trail and Androscoggin River Trail, Lisbon
2024-06-03 10:30 - 12:30
Bike and picnic, Papermill Trail and Androscoggin River Trail, Lisbon
What: About 7 miles round trip along the Androscoggin and Sabattus rivers. The trails are wide and paved, generally flat with some rolling hills. We’ll see ruins of a mill and stunning river views. A relaxed ride followed by optional picnic (BYO) riverside.
When: Monday, June 3, 10:30 am -12:30 pm
Where: Meet in the municipal parking lot on Capital Ave., Lisbon. This is NOT Miller Park, where the two rivers meet at the boat launch. From Rt 196/Lisbon St., turn onto Capital Avenue (McDonald’s and Walgreen’s are at the intersection). Turn right at Lisbon Fuel to remain on Capital Avenue. After the road curves to the left, turn right onto the unnamed road. Go slightly downhill into the parking lot. On Google maps, it’s labeled “Lisbon Rail Trail Parking.” On the ground, I didn’t see any signs. The nearest business is Enterprise Electric, 46 Capital Ave.
Who: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.

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.

MOAC June BBQ and Volunteer Recognition & Gear Swap
2024-06-05 17:30 - 20:30
Rain or Shine! If it rains, we’ll be in the church.
The grilling season has started and it’s time for the traditional MOAC pot luck and BBQ. Bring a dish and something for the grill. It’s also time to recognize volunteers and board members who have helped MOAC during the year. We will set up starting at 5:30 (we always need help) and then start grilling and eating at 6.

Please bring something to grill for yourself.
Please bring something to share (appetizers, salads, deserts, etc).
Bring camp chairs if desired.
Please do not bring alcohol as we are at a church.

Also, please clean out your closets/attics/garages and contribute to our gear swap. And who knows what you might find to take home.

June BBQ - Rain or Shine!
2024-06-05 17:30 - 20:30
If it rains, we’ll be in the church.
See other posting for the BBQ for more details.

3 Day 150 mile Vermont Rail Trail Ride
2024-06-07 - 2024-06-10
This is an unsupported Bike trip across Vermont. The total distance is 155 miles over 3 days of biking. The longest day is 57 miles. We’ll be packing sleeping bags, tents, food and cooking equipment. The first two days will be entirely on the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail which is a beautiful, really well built rail trail that winds its way through farms, woods and small towns. The last day will be on nice roads, over North and South Hero Islands on Lake Champlain, crossing Lake Champlain on the Island Line Trail. We can spend the night with a friend who lives in St. Johnsbury. I can bring everyone’s equipment in a truck and a trailer. I’m a bike mechanic and I’ll pack spare parts and tools. I’ll also arrange for emergency pick up if needed.
Date is flexible pending interest and availability, as well as the weather. Feel free to get in touch with questions or concerns.
Day 1. Make our way to St. Johnsbury, Vt. Have dinner and spend the night at a friend’s house.
Day 2. The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail climbs up at a 3% grade for the first 17 miles or so, then down at a 2-3% grade for the next 20. 3% isn’t a hard grade, but after 17 miles you’ll be delighted when it changes from up to down. There is about 1600 feet of elevation gain in the first 17 miles. We can stop for lunch at an iconic General Store and eat on the shores of Joe’s Pond. Pack for Dinner which we will cook at our campground, the Mountain View Campground, which boasts a pool, hot tubs and a great selection of local beer.
Day 3. This is a more remote stretch of Vermont, and the trail runs mostly through woods. We can stop for breakfast and pack for lunch at the Morrisville Food Coop, then it’s into the woods. The trail ends at Swanton where we can stop at Hannafords to pick up dinner and the following days Breakfast and Snacks. There are a few miles of biking on a busy road to get to the campground, which is Campbell’s Family Campground. This is just a dairy farm on Lake Champlain that’s diversified into camping. It can be loud at night, but it’s a good spot.
Day 4. Breakfast at the campground. This day is Road Biking on North and South Hero Islands. We’re off the rail trail and on to roads, so there is some up and down, but it’s a manageable 600 feet of climb over the day. North and South Hero islands are beautiful rural islands that make for some great biking. The last 10 miles or so is over the Island Line Trail, which is a really exquisite causeway trail over the Lake. There is a Ferry over a gap in the trail. We’ll end the night at Burlington where we can enjoy some great food and Beer. We’ll book an Air BNB for the night

HAPPY HOUR
2024-06-07 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the MAST LANDING MICROBREWERY located at 920 MAIN STREET in WESTBROOK. Inside and outside seating. Free parking in their lot. FAT KID FOOD TRUCK on premises.

Volunteer with Scarborough Land Trust at Broadturn farm preserve
2024-06-08 09:00 - 14:00
Join MOAC for a volunteer day in partnership with Scarborough Land Trust! This post is for coordination. Stephen “Zam” Zameriowski will be the lead that day! He’s a skilled trail builder and fun outdoorsman to work with. SLT will provide tools snacks and extra water for anyone who needs some. Volunteers should bring their own work gloves, extra water, and a bag lunch.
Parking at this pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mzUsqnhwhow6XcNQ9?g_st=ic
Projects will include
-spreading wood chips
-Moving lumber
-Constructing bridges

-Clearing drainage ditches

Let me know if you are planning to join!

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.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-06-14 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the SIDECAR PUB located at 400 RAILROAD AVENUE in GORHAM. Take the elevator to the fourth floor. Good drinks, good food, good spot. Free parking outside their door.

Sailing Saturday 6/15
2024-06-15 13:00 - 18:00
This sail is now full.
Let’s go sailing on S/V Beyond 2, my Cape Dory 36 Sailboat, moored in Falmouth.
I plan to sail from 1-6ish in the afternoon, and may stay out later to watch the sunset if people want. Please reply back with a brief description of your sailing experience, whether you have been on my boat before, and your cell phone and email for planning the carpool. Parking is $20/car, so we should fit as many as possible in one car. Rain, fog, or strong winds will cancel this event, so watch your email for updates. I will make a text chain to help you all coordinate carpool and I will meet you at the marina.
Please Bring:

Water
Healthy snacks to share
Good close-toe non marking shoes (sneakers or closed-toe sandals are fine…no flip flops)
Layers for outdoor activity, including a warm sweater or jacket
Rain jacket
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Cash for parking

Sailing Sunday 6/16
2024-06-16 12:00 - 16:30
This sail is now full.
Let’s go sailing on S/V Beyond 2, my Cape Dory 36 Sailboat, moored in Falmouth.
I plan to sail from 12-4ish in the afternoon. Please reply back with a brief description of your sailing experience, whether you have been on my boat before, and your cell phone for planning the carpool. Parking is $20/car, so we should fit as many as possible in one car. Rain, fog, or strong winds will cancel this event, so watch your email for updates. I will make a text chain to help you all coordinate carpool and I will meet you at the marina.
Please Bring:

Water
Healthy snacks to share
Good close-toe non marking shoes (sneakers or closed-toe sandals are fine…no flip flops)
Layers for outdoor activity, including a warm sweater or jacket
Rain jacket
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Cash for parking

Cocktails on Yacht
2024-06-20 17:30 - 20:30
Hot town Thursday! To hit 90! What better use of your limited time than to claim a spot on a humble yacht for a cocktail or Trader Joe’s wine while gently floating at the marina – your true station in life, albeit missed somehow due to circumstances beyond your control. Think of it…with an adoring partner wishing they could only please you more..With luck, we’ll have a live band playing your favorite tune to bring you back to when you were so vibrant..before the surgery, and the endless misdiagnoses. Watch the sunset over the water! BYOB including a chair! Starting around 5:30.
Aspasia Marina, 257 Front St, South Portland. Call Dan 478 6835. On the Emily Jane, a 37′ cutter (sailboat). Bring an instrument!

HAPPY HOUR
2024-06-21 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at RUSKI’S TAVERN located at 212 DANFORTH STREET in Portland’s West End. Ruski’s is a cozy, friendly neighborhood bar originally opened in 1892. Full bar, happy hour foods, and reasonable prices. Ample free parking on Danforth and adjoining streets.

Mt. Agamenticus hike
2024-06-23 09:00 - 14:00
Hike Mt Agamenticus. Plenty of options for length. I think I will try for all 3 summits, which is around 9 miles to get some distance in. Plenty of shorter options if that is not your thing.
Meet at the trailhead 9am

Casco Bay evening cruise
2024-06-25 16:30 - 20:00
The days are getting shorter! Let’s celebrate the 5th longest day of the year with an evening cruise aboard Blue Glory II. We will cruise around the local islands and Portland harbor. Bring: snacks, beverages, boat shoes and a tall tale or two. . We will leave from the Portland East End beach floating dock at 5pm sharp. Text me at 207-332-2276 to reserve a spot.

CANCELLED Ragged Mountain and Bald Mountain
2024-06-26 07:30 - 14:00
Sorry, things came up at work and I can’t make this one. Will try to reschedule for next week.
I’m hiking Ragged Mountain and continuing to Bald Mountain. I think this could be around 10 miles.
Meet at trailhead on Rt 17
There is an option to just hike Ragged mountain. That would be around 4.8 miles or so.

Mont Megantic, June 28 - July1, Canada
2024-06-28 - 2024-07-01
Enjoy a weekend of star-gazing (it’s a dark sky area), hiking, the AstroLab observatory, and more at the Parc National du Mont Megantic, just north of the NH-ME border in Quebec. There are campgrounds, cabins/chalets and hotels in the area. Three of us are staying at cabins with water and electricity, but you can camp nearby. There is info on the web about the Park at tourism-megantic.com
We three are staying in cabins (chalets dans les arbres) at the website listed below.

Celebration of Summer: Pool Party and Hang Out in the Trees
2024-06-28 17:00 - 21:00
House party in Standish with hiking trails nearby. (Hiking will be separate prior to the gathering, unless it is too hot.)
Potluck and BYOB. I will have summer sippers, food to grill and salads. There is an outdoor shower, screened in porch, large pool, BBQ grill, fire pit and some outdoor chairs.
RSVP required in order to get the address. Send an email to secretary@moac.org Please provide your phone number. Thank you.
Weather on FRIDAY looks better.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-06-28 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the MAST LANDING BREWING COMPANY located at 200 Lower Main Street in FREEPORT. Very highly rated micro-brewery just off the highway in Freeport. Free parking in their own private lot. Excellent food truck on site – Nighthawk’s Kitchen.

Sail, Overnight on Island!
2024-06-28 17:30 - 2024-06-29 15:00
Need a change? Same old things got you down? Finger infected and can’t dial out? A Cure has come! The Emily Jane (a 37′ sailboat) sails out Friday night from South Portland for Little Chebeague Island. Will anchor for the night returning midday Saturday! YOU should be on it! No experience required! You can be a bumbling idiot and survive this! Yes!…your chance to prove them wrong! Some sleep on the boat, others on the island. No high seas! All calm protected inland short passages! Have a signal fire on the beach? Marshmallows, Cheap wine? Talk trash? Contact Cap’n Kidd for a spot! Cost: first-born male child or $5 donation text Dan478 6835

Zoot Jumpers at Conant Homestead
2024-06-28 19:00 - 21:00
The Zoot Jumpers are playing for the Conant Homestead’s Saccarappa Summer Concert Series! The Zoot Jumpers are a great, fun dance band, and also great fun to listen to. Here’s a sample of their music. Let’s get a good MOAC crowd to enjoy the music and support the band and Conant Homestead’s concert series.
The Zoot Jumpers are a Maine-based band that plays hot jump blues and cool swing, including the great music of Count Basie, Louis Jordan, Squirrel Nut Zippers, and more. The band features Bruce Couillard on saxophones, Michelle Boggs on trumpet, Bess Jacques on piano, Tom Jacques on bass and harmonica, and Per Hanson on drums and harmonica. Everybody sings!
Suggested donation of $15 (all proceeds go to the musicians). BYO chair or blanket, food & drink. Event is outside on the beautiful grounds at 89 Conant Street in Westbrook. Come early and walk the trails and meet the chickens and goats. There is parking on the street but parking is also available in downtown Westbrook and from there the homestead is a short walk up the Presumpscot River along the Western Falls (near Mill Lane) and into the Conant Trails. We also encourage folks to get takeout at one of Westbrook’s many fine eateries.

Celebration of Summer: Pool Party and Hang Out in the Trees
2024-06-29 17:00 - 22:00
House party in Standish with hiking trails nearby. (Hiking will be separate prior to the gathering, unless it is too hot.)
Potluck and BYOB. I will have summer sippers and most likely salads. There is an outdoor shower, screened in porch, large pool, BBQ grill, fire pit and some outdoor chairs.
RSVP required in order to get the address. Send an email to secretary@moac.org Please provide your phone number. Thank you.
Monsoon weather will cancel.

Cancelled: Franconia Ridge Trail
2024-06-30 08:00 - 17:00
Weather is not looking good. rain and thunderstorms. Would make for a dangerous trip. I will try to reschedule.
Join me for a hike on the beautiful Franconia Ridge Trail. Ridge line hiking, with magnificent views.
Meet at Lafyette Place parking lot
Up Falling waters trail, across the ridge, and down Old Bridle path. 8.9 miles total. I may continue to Mt. Garfield to get more miles in preparation for a 2 day Pemigewasset loop in a few weeks.

SUNDAY BEACHES BIKE RIDE - CANCELLED
2024-06-30 13:30 - 17:00
Sunday Bike & Beach Ride in Biddeford is CANCELLED due to 75% chance of Thunderstorms this afternoon
Will reschedule – Stay Tuned!
Beach bike ride from UNE (Parking Lot #20) to Biddeford Pool, Fortunes Rocks, Granite Point and Goose Rocks Beach!
UNE Parking Lot 20 at Hills Beach Road & Old Pool Rd.
email Nancy – njdorran@gmail.com for more information

Summer Night Sail!
2024-07-01 17:30 - 20:30
Watch the sun gentle set from a high class yacht in Casco Bay. What better way to leave your twisted existence in the far past?….your mistakes, misgivings, errors of judgement that have followed and haunted you! Yes, step back in time (it’s a used boat) and bum a ride on the Emily Jane!
Leaving South Portland dock 5:30 PM for a 2 hour sail to Hell and back if you get woozy. Text for details a@478 6835

Lobster Feed, Lamoine State Park
2024-07-02 08:00 - 17:00
For the last day of the Lamoine State Park MOAC camping trip, we will purchase lobster, hopefully steamers, and other fixings such as corn. Cost will be around $20. You must order and pay in advance. Join us if you are in the area, even if you are not at Lamoine SP.
Contact me through text if you are not camping, 207-801-1488.
