Osippee Music Festival
2024-07-26 - 2024-07-27
Osippee Valley Music Festival! Let’s go to the festival Friday night, hear and play music, dance, camp out overnight and head to the Summerfest party Saturday morning. Ticket price of $70 includes campsite. Here’s a link to tickets: http://ossipeevalley.com

Happy Hour at Salty Bay Seaside Restaurant
2024-07-26 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the SALTY BAY SEASIDE RESTAURANT located at 58 Jones Creek Drive at Pine Point. Full bar, very good seafood, picnic tables on lawn abutting the water. Free parking in their own lot and along the street.

Two New Members Needed for our Patty Party - Summerfest Prep
2024-07-26 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a fun time prepping for our Saturday Summerfest on Friday night! New members can learn what a fun group we are, especially by stepping up. I will provide pizza and salad after the work is down. BYOB FMI and to line up contact: ellejohnson84@gmail.com

Social/Dancing at Sunset Grill
2024-07-26 18:00 - 22:00
See SlygoRoad at Sunset Grill, West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, ME
See this great band with no cover charge. Donations appreciated.
Some of the band members have played together for 35 years! Sound familiar? MOAC is 35 years old!
SlygoRoad – ska/jam band
Fri, Jul 26 @ 6:00PM — 10:00PM
The Sunset Bar & Grill – Old Orchard Beach, 6 Fernald Street, Old Orchard Beach
Woo hoo! Summer in Maine doesn’t get any better than this!
Eileen Whynot 207-749-0211

2024 SummerFest Raffle Prize Contest
2024-07-27 09:30 - 16:00
Five Prizes in the following categories:
1. Travel
2. Water Sports
3. “Maine”
4. Camping
5. Book with an outdoor theme
WAYS TO WIN

Potluck Food Contest
1. Best Salad
2. Best Non-Salad
3. Best Fruit Dessert
4. Best Chocolate Dessert
Earn Raffle Tickets
1) Tix by Attending SummerFest
5) Tixs by Volunteering at SummerFest (sign up ahead appreciated)
5) Tixs Per Food Category Winner
10)Tixs by Leading an Activity
Drawings take place at 4:00 PM. Must be present to win or give your tixs to a friend to claim your prize(s).
Eileen Whynot, Volunteer Chair, Raffle Prize Contest
Led by Board of Directors
email: board@moac.org
Location: Range Pond State Park

Summer Fest - SUP and Kayak Self Rescue
2024-07-27 10:00 - 12:00
By special arrangement, Scott Shea from Sea Spray Paddle Board and Kayaks will do a 2 hour presentation on stand up paddle board and kayak self rescue. Scott will be bringing paddle boards to try and will teach us how to paddle on a board. If you are accomplished at SUP, come and join the fun, maybe do a few yoga moves. Be at the beach at 10AM sharp to begin the SUP portion of this event. Later, until noon, we will practice team and self-rescue from kayaks, both rec and sea kayaks. If you kayak and you have never practiced a wet exit, or re-entry, you need to attend!! Be at the little beach at 10 AM, not in the water.
Scott plus two of his guides will stay for the BBQ and chat up all things boats, safety, and fun trips. After all, Scott started leading paddling trips at age 16! Don’t miss this great opportunity!
PRESENTATION STARTS at 10 AM.
Range Pond State Park

Summer Fest July 27, 2024, Range Pond -- Rain or Shine
2024-07-27 10:00 - 17:00
Summer Fest 2024
Volunteers Needed!
July 27, 2024
Range Pond State Park, Poland Spring, ME
Location
26 State Park Rd, Poland Spring, ME 04274
No camping this year
NOTE: Day Use Fees for MOAC members are: $6 Adults Resident; $8 Adult Non
Resident; $2 Over 65 Non Resident: Free age 65 and older Maine residents
Schedule of Events
9:30 – Set up Crew and MOACers arrive. We need a set up crew
10:00 – Hiking, paddling, and biking events begin. We are looking for leaders and trips. Please post your
events on the Calendar with Summerfest in the Title.
10:00 – Kayak Safety and Self Rescue – By special arrangement, Scott Shea from Sea Spray Kayaks and Paddleboard will present a two-hour demonstration and hands on experience. Bring your watercraft!!
12:00 – Lunch prep begins. We need Grill masters.
Best side dish and best dessert contest to be held after lunch
2:00 – Hiking, paddling, and biking events continue. We are looking for leaders
Cornhole and ladder ball will be open all day. We have one set of each. If you care to share your games, please bring along. All competition will be FRIENDLY! Prizes MAY be awarded.
Food
Gathering will include MOAC paid for hamburgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, rolls, watermelon, condiments, water, and pickles. MOAC also provides paper products and utensils, but bringing your own is always the right thing to do.
MOACer’s provide sides, appetizers, chips, and desserts. MOACer’s take home remainders and dirty serving dishes.
Volunteers – some jobs have been filled but more help is needed

Inventory Checker and Procurement – Diane H and Dave F
Food Procurement – Linda J and Diane H
Truck Transport to Site – Dave F
Set up Team – Sven – more helpers needed
Greeters Saturday morning
Trip Leaders
BBQ Team / Food & Table Set up Administrator – Sven
Watermelon manager – cut up and plate
Garbage collectors

Coolers with ice needed
Link to Range Pond State Park Activities page. Activities include hiking, biking, boating, swimming.

Organic Blueberry Hike
2024-07-29 07:30 - 17:00
Rain Showers from Tuesday through Friday and increasing temperatures means a hike up North Peak on Pleasant Mountain is Monday or not this week.

It is a sea of blueberries up there. I will be picking 15 or so quarts, so carpooling may not work unless you want to continue hiking while I pick!

Meet up place TBD at 7:30 AM. I live West of Portland. I do not plan on driving 302.
207-749-0211

Intermediate Hike
Swim afterwards in Denmark/South Bridgton!
Bring hard plastic containers. Plastic bags lead to blueberry smash not berries.
Bring a pack big enough for your berries, more than a liter of water to drink on trail + more for the ride up and back, lunch and light layers. A blow up pad to sit on is a luxury!
Don’t miss this opportunity to pick the blues and be happy!

Sail on the Emily Jane
2024-08-02 11:00 - 17:00
Afternoon sailing on the Emily Jane out of South Portland leaving 11:00 a.m. back around 5:00 or 6:00. Text Dan at 478-6835 for a spot!

HAPPY HOUR
2024-08-02 17:30 - 20:00
NEW SPOT this week. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at BAR PUBLICA located at 82 HANOVER STREET (Suite 7).
Nice menu, full bar, optional rooftop seating. Ample free parking on adjoining streets.

Music Jam on the Emily Jane
2024-08-02 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-08-06 18:00 - 22:00
Music Jam on the Emily Jane at the Dock!
Bring a chair!

Dan 478 6835

Biking for Ice Cream
2024-08-03 13:00 - 16:00
Back by request, we will bike to Toot’s Ice Cream in North Yarmouth for one of their yummy options. Meet in the parking lot behind Rivalries on Farm Gate Road in Falmouth for a 1PM departure. Distance is 18.5 miles and terrain is rolling hills with a couple of bigger hills thrown in to earn our ice cream. Helmets are mandatory.

Come up to my China Lake Camp
2024-08-03 13:30 - 22:00
Come up to my camp. My China Lake camp weekly rental isn’t rented this week so lets gather Sat afternoon through evening.

Weather forecast for China is that rain ends mid morning and partly sunny skies throughout the afternoon- no thunderstorms predicted.

All are welcome but do RSVP owner strongvoice12@yahoo.com and try to car pool as parking is a bit limited. I have an SUP and 2 kayaks that you can use, a swim float and dock and full day sun and shade with an awesome sunset view. Campfire would be fun to converse and tell stories. I have a grill. Bring your own grilled food….hopefully a GF side dish or appetizer to share. If someone can bring a canoe or tandem kayak, I’d be eternally grateful to get out on the water(dislocated shoulder this summer) but bring what boats you can!

I will send you emailed directions. Slightly over 1 hour north of Portland taking 295 to 95 in Augusta. Arrive anytime after 1:30.Come up to my camp.

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

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

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

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

Potluck HH and Dinner at Mt. Blue
2024-08-06 17:00 - 19:30, 2024-08-07 17:00 - 19:30, 2024-08-08 17:00 - 19:30
BYOB, a chair, and food to share!
Meet other members and camping buddies.
Plan some hikes, bikes and paddles.
Off we go…
Come even if you aren’t camping with the group; just say you are with Eileen Whynot of MOAC and pay $5 at the gate ($65 or older, FREE) or bring your camping gear and join us!
Last minute is fine. Finances will be settled later.
Surprise us!
207-749-0211

Hike Mt. Blue
2024-08-07
Join the MOAC camping trip to hike this iconic mountain in Weld, Maine.
Mt. Blue Trail (3.2 miles roundtrip, 3-4 hours, moderate): A strenuous, straight-up hike leads to scenic vistas and an observation tower at the peak. The trail offers excellent birding and abundant wildflowers. Observation deck is at the summit.
Meet up time/place TBD
Mt. Blue & Tumbledown area map.
Eileen Whynot
207-749-0211

Kayak Trip in Middle Bay, Brunswick
2024-08-07 08:00 - 17:00
You are invited to a 10-mile kayak trip on Wednesday, August 7, in Middle Bay, Brunswick. We will meet at Mere Point at 9 am, butts in boats at 10 am, head south around Goose Islands, head southeast to Whaleboat Island, and then east to Harpswell Neck. We will then head north along Harpswell Neck, have lunch at Mitchell Field, head north past Lookout Point, and kayak around the northern edge of Birch Island back to Mere Point. The high tide (Wilson’s Cove data) is at 8 am, so it will still be coming in when we launch. Sign up by emailing me at us1863@gmail.com with your cell phone number, what kayak you have, and your experience level.
Participants will need lunch, water, and at least a 14.5-foot sea kayak. They must also wear a PFD and spray skirt and know how to perform a wet exit, self-rescue, and assisted rescue. The trip is limited to eight people.

Kayak, swim and games at Webb Lake in Weld
2024-08-07 14:00 - 20:00
Join us for a paddle at 2:00 pm. You can just do the paddle or and hang out after with the camping group at the Mt Blue campground for swimming and/or lawn games, and even into happy hour and dinner. If you stay for dinner, it’s the standard MOAC potluck. BYOB, protein and a dish to share.
The address for the campground is 187 Webb Beach Road in Weld.
Meet at the South Shelter, which is right next to the boat launch in time to get on the water at 2:00.
Show and Go or let me know to look for you or if you have questions. Text 207.807.2729 (please identify yourself if you don’t think you’re already in my contacts.)
There may be boats to rent at the campground, but it’s first come/first serve so there are no guarantees. You could maybe call day off and see what the likelihood is. It’s $5 per hour, per vessel, kayaks, paddle boards, canoes.

Monthly Meeting & Presentation
2024-08-07 18:30 - 20:30
August Presentation: MITA, the Maine Island Trail Association
Please joins us as Membership Manager Kayla Bickerman-Martens of the Maine Island Trail Association (MITA) tells us who MITA is and how it came into being. She will also share information about the trail, how to become a member, and make the most of your membership using the App and the Guide.
The Maine Island Trail Association, founded in 1988, is a border-to-border (New Hampshire/Canada) water trail along the coast of Maine. Currently comprised of 258 sites that are available for public day use and/or overnight use. Each season, we engage with upwards of 1,000 volunteers and over 6,000 members who help us maintain these incredible island ecosystems and keep them healthy and thriving.
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Kalyn joined the full-time MITA staff in February of 2023, having previously served as a membership associate from 2021-2022. She was born and raised in Maine and has always had a connection to the islands, particularly through her background in canoe and kayak instruction. She received her BA in Biology from Bowdoin and her MA in Conservation Biology from Columbia University, and (fun fact) is also an entomologist.

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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.

Pan Gold / Hike Angel Falls in Byron, Maine - Date Changed
2024-08-08
Meet with MOAC group at Mt Blue State Park or meet at a predetermined location to be kept secret from opportunists. Hahahaha.
Travel to Byron through the backroads from Weld to the Dingle Hill area. Note the mitigation after the severe flooding and the attempts to prevent damage next time it rains 7.2″ in the winter. Hike in the area afterwards, probably into Angel Falls. Those with no fear may choose to dive into Coos Canyon.
Meeting time TBD.
Led by Steve Dorey. 207-607-3464

Tour the swimming holes of the Swift River
2024-08-08
Tour the swimming holes of the Swift and Ellis Rivers
Optional Paddle: Canoes or Kayaks in the area
You don’t have to swim, unless you want to!
We’ll start somewhere between Mexico and Bemis to start our tour. We’ll visit “Three Pools,” “High Dives,” “Coos Canyon,” “Ellis Falls”
Stop at Silver Lake (Roxbury Pond). Optional river paddles.
Lunch at the Knotty Moose Tavern and Cabins 1359 Roxbury Road, Roxbury, Maine

HAPPY HOUR
2024-08-09 17:30 - 20:00 | SIDECAR PUB, 7 Railroad Avenue, Gorham, M, United States
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the SIDECAR PUB located at 7 RAILROAD AVENUE (fourth floor) in GORHAM. Interesting spot looking over the town. Full bar, good light food items, free parking on site.

Kayak Camping Weekend (Day Trip?)
2024-08-10 - 2024-08-11
You are invited to a kayak camping weekend in Middle Bay, Brunswick, on Aug 10-11 on Birch Island. We will meet at Mere Point in Brunswick at 9 am, butts in boats at 10 am, and head to the campsites on Birch Island. The rain date is Sunday, Aug 11, but that will be a day trip with no camping. Since the forecast is rain on Saturday, a Sunday day trip seems likely.
Participants will need a tent, associated camping gear, and food for the weekend. Campfires are not allowed, so bring a stove. Participants will also need at least a 14.5-foot sea kayak, wear a PFD and spray skirt, and know how to perform a wet exit, self-rescue, and assisted rescue. The trip is limited to eight people.
This is a carry-in/carry-out campsite, meaning all solid waste must be carried out. There is a building on the site for privacy, but you must bring something to catch the solid waste. One product is Reliance Double Doodie Waste Bags, sold through Dick’s.
(https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/reliance-double-doodie-waste-bags-with-bio-gel-15rlnudblddwstbgxcac/15rlnudblddwstbgxcac?sku=13418857&srsltid=AfmBOoqwubNWvbVIXd5lAp8qddTRvPjvpXzIOniFBUYWoCwPV3mDmZnE3X8)
Sign up by emailing me at us1863@gmail.com with your cell phone number, what kayak you have, and your experience level. I will keep you posted as the weather becomes more predictable.
As of Aug 4, four spots are open.

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

Kayak 12 miles down the Kennebec River from Richmond to Bowdoinham
2024-08-11 07:00 - 13:00
You are invited to kayak 12 miles down the Kennebec River from Richmond to Bowdoinham on Sunday, August 11. The route will go through Merrymeeting Bay and up the Cathance River to Bowdoinham.
We will meet in Bowdoinham at 7 a.m., load eight kayaks onto four cars, leave four cars in Bowdoinham, and drive to Richmond. We should launch by 8-8:30 and be in Bowdoinham by 12:30-1 pm. There is an optional lunch at the Three Robbers Pub in Bowdoinham.
Participants must have at least a 14.5-foot sea kayak, wear a PFD and sprayskirt, and know how to perform an assisted rescue. The trip is limited to eight people.
To register, email me at us1863@gmail.com with your phone number, what kayak you have, and your experience level.

Kayak Cathance River to Merrymeeting Bay CANCELED
2024-08-11 08:00 - 13:00
Unfortunately, I had to cancel the Cathance River to Merrymeeting Bay Trip. See the new listing “Kayak 12 miles down the Kennebec River from Richmond to Bowdoinham”

Outdoor Music at a working farm – Westbrook
2024-08-11 18:30 - 20:30
Sunday Aug 11, 7:00 PM
Outdoor Music at a working farm right on Conant Street in Westbrook
Come early. Walk on the trails.
Swim in the Presumpscot.
Visit the animals and gardens.
The Sean Mencher Concert at the Conant Homestead in Westbrook has been rescheduled to Sunday at 7:00. It will be an honor to have Sean with us. He is one of Maine’s most brilliant guitarists, and a wonderful person according to farm owners Michael and Mallory. This will be a very special evening. Suggested donation $10-$15 for the musician. Conant Farm may have veggies and eggs for sale.
See you there! Show and GO!
Eileen Whynot
749-0211

Overnight Sail to Seguin Island!
2024-08-13 08:00 - 2024-08-14 19:00
There’s a good weather window forecast Tuesday through Wednesday so let’s go for it! Sail the Emily Jane to this offshore Island! Hike and explore this classic out-of-the-way beauty! Try your hand at lighting the light! Stay overnight to return the next day. Leaving South Portland dock early Tuesday. More for the adventurous hardy traveler. Have your affairs in order. Contact Dan@478six835!

Middle Bay Day Paddling or Kayak Camping Birch Island Brunswick Aug 16, 17, or 18
2024-08-16 09:00 - 2024-08-18 16:00
You are invited to kayak Middle Bay from Merepoint, Brunswick, on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Campers can stay for all three days or just Saturday and Sunday. This trip is flexible and offers something for everyone.
I will be camping on the island. Please meet me at the campsite on the northeast shore of Birch Island at about 9 a.m. It is about a two-mile paddle from Merepoint around the island’s north end.
We can spend each day kayaking approximately ten miles around nearby islands and stopping at one for lunch. Plan for a 5–6-hour day.
Participants must have at least a 14-foot sea kayak and wear a PFD and sprayskirt. Day kayakers need to bring water and lunch. Campers need to bring food for each camping day, a tent, and associated camping gear. Campfires are not allowed, so bring a stove. Birch Island is a carry-in/carry-out campsite. All solid waste needs to be carried out. The trip is limited to eight people each day.
To register, email me at us1863@gmail.com with what kayak you have. Please include your cellphone number.

Cruise and Hike on Jewell Island
2024-08-16 10:00 - 17:30
Cruise aboard Blue Glory II to Jewell Island for a day hike. Leave Aspasia Marina at 10:30 and arrive at the Island about noon. Bring lunch and beverages, I will have a cooler. Text me at 207-332-2276 for details.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-08-16 17:30 - 20:00
Summer is winding down and it looks like Friday is going to be a nice day. Time for our annual pilgrimage. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE PORTHOLE located at 20 Custom House Wharf on the waterfront. Full bar, enthusiastic crowd, live entertainment. Free parking at all meters come 6:00PM.

Moonlight paddle downeast
2024-08-16 17:30 - 21:00
Friday night the moon is set to be 87% full and rises at 6:09 pm. We will paddle out of the Trenton Airport boat launch. Meet at T J Maxx close to the McDonald’s parking lot at 5:30.
You will need a sea kayak, PFD, and spray skirt.
Call or text Marty at 207-801-1488

Sail to Richmond Island for Picnic!
2024-08-17 10:00 - 18:00
Leaving South Portland dock at 10 am to retrieve long lost treasure chest on Richmond Island! Sail the Emily Jane, former secret trade sailing ship for rum, etc. Land, hike and picnic after treasure retrieval. Gold and diamonds! Home by maybe 6? Pirate papers must be carried on person. Contact Cap’n for a spot!@478six835!

Meet in Friendship Park
2024-08-17 15:00 - 20:00 | Friendship Park, 255 Old Alfred Rd, Waterboro, ME, United States
Meet at the York County Blues Festival featuring an opening jam at 3:00 PM, the Voodoo Clowns, Memphis Lightning and headliner, Albert Cummings and his band. Meet outside the alcoholic beverage area around 6 PM. Albert starts at 6:30 and plays until 8 PM.
Advance tickets are $17.85 through Eventbrite and $25 at the gate.
Food is available for purchase. Your own food should be consumed in the parking lot.
Bring a chair or take your chances.
Call or text: 207-749-0211

York County Blues Festival
2024-08-17 16:00 - 22:00
York County Blues Festival
Friendship Park
Waterboro

Bring a chair and meet stage left next to the Beer Garden.
Food for sale reasonably by community groups and the Rec Dept. Your own food and beverages are allowed.

More details as the time gets closer.
Eileen Whynot
207-749-0211

Here’s the website for tickets.

Silver Lake Easy Paddle, Bucksport
2024-08-18 13:30 - 17:00 | Siver Lake, Bucksport, M, United States
We will paddle Silver Lake in Bucksport. We will meet at McDonald’s parking and proceed from there.
This is a casual Sunday afternoon stroll around Silver Lake. PFD is required.
Contact Marty at 207-801-1488, call or text.

"Beautiful" at Maine State Musical Theater - corrected
2024-08-20 14:00 - 17:00
Carole King’s Musical Story, “Beautiful”
Maine State Music Theater
Note Date change. The performance is August 20. August 5th is the date to claim a seat and pay the $80 for the ticket to Maine State Music Theater. However, there aren’t many seats left, so act fast!
Meet in Brunswick for the 2:00 PM matinee performance

Participants will decide on outdoor activity prior or post performance or both.

Great food within walking distance of the theater on the Bowdoin Campus.
Enjoy the ambience of the Brunswick area. Coastal walking at its best on the many trails nearby!

Tickets are $80 and going fast. More expensive seats are available.

MOAC Board Meeting August 21
2024-08-21 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]

Walk the Back Cove!
2024-08-22 18:00 - 19:30
The Back Cove Trail is a 3.6-mile loop offering great views of the Portland skyline. We will meet at the Dancing Egrets sculpture in the parking lot across from Hannaford’s.
Fran Houston

https://trails.thecompass.com/trail/back-cove-trail/

Live Music @ Orchard Ridge Farm – Maine Coon Cats Band
2024-08-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Orchard Ridge Farm, Rt. 237, Gorham, Me., United States
Join us on the farm for live music performed by The Maine Coon Cats Band – an all female Americana roots string band. We will also have lawn games, animals for visiting, food & drink specials, fire pits, & more!
Feel free to visit the FB event page or Eventbrite for more details

Happy Hour
2024-08-23 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at RIVALRIES SPORTS PUB & RESTAURANT located at 2 Hat Trick Drive in FALMOUTH (behind the Walmart off Route 1). Good food, full bar, inside and outside seating, free parking on site.

Slygo Road at the Sunset Grill
2024-08-23 18:00 - 22:00
See SlygoRoad (ska / jam band) at Sunset Grill, Old Orchard Beach, ME
See this great band for Listening and Dancing. No cover charge; donations for the band are appreciated.
Some of the band members have played together for 35 years!
The Sunset Bar & Grill – 6 Fernald Street, Old Orchard Beach
Eileen Whynot 207-749-0211

Kayak Camping Brick Island August 24-25
2024-08-24 07:30 - 2024-08-25 16:00
You are invited to kayak 10 miles down the Kennebec River with best friends you never met before. We will kayak from Richmond to Brick Island in Merrymeeting Bay, camp on the island at a group campsite, and spend the day kayaking in the area. Bring lunch, dinner, and something to share. We will have a campfire on Saturday evening and swap kayaking stories. We will kayak locally on Sunday morning and return to Richmond at 1 pm, arriving in Richmond at about 4 pm.
We will meet at the Richmond Boat Launch at the intersection of Rt. 197 and Rt. 24 at 7:30 a.m., launch by 8 am, and should land on Brick Island at about noon.
Participants must have at least a 14-foot sea kayak, wear a PFD and sprayskirt, and know how to perform an assisted rescue. The trip is limited to eight people.
To register, email me at us1863@gmail.com. Please include your cellphone number for last-minute communication. I don’t want the group to leave and have someone arrive five minutes late.

Long Mountain Hike
2024-08-24 08:30 - 17:00
Long Mountain in Bethel, Maine is a moderate loop hike (5.6miles) with great views and 1,115 feet of elevation gain. Stated as a moderately challenging hike that takes about 2 hours 45 minutes to complete. We’ll leave the Portland Area at 8:30am and will plan to leave the trailhead at 10:30am for those who want to meet us there. Bring a lunch and plenty of water. We can stop for ice cream on our way back! Link below:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/bethel-long-mountain-trail
Call 207-272-4364 OR email kathiemcjoy@gmail.com if interested.

Sail Casco Bay to Secret Island!
2024-08-24 09:00 - 18:30
It’s later than you think! End if summer sail on the Emily Jane to a secret Island for a picnic and exploration and to find one’s place in life without need for expensive counseling! Leaving South Portland Dock at 9 am. Contact Cap’n Dan@478six835! For your station today!

Take the Ferry to Peaks Island!
2024-08-25 11:30 - 16:00
11:30 We will meet at the Marginal Way Park & Ride, then carpool to the Eastern Prom area to park for free. Then we’ll walk to the Ferry terminal.

12:15 Ferry to Peaks Island to walk around

3:45 Return Ferry to Portland waterfront
Land back in Portland and walk to Portland Lobster Co.
Live band SKOSH at 5:30 PM
These brothers and others know their stuff. The whole band studied music at USM and have been writing music, jamming and raging ever since.
Bring water, layers of clothes for boat ride, food and snacks.

Do the summer thing!

Hike at Blackstrap Community Forest, Falmouth
2024-08-26 09:30 - 12:00
Hike at Blackstrap Community Forest, Falmouth
What: About 3.5-4 miles of roots and ridges. We’ll start on the Cross Falmouth Trail, which has recently been rerouted and now passes along a beautiful stream. Our mid-point is a lovely, unexpected waterfall. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs, please.
When: Monday, August 26, 9:30 am -12:00 pm
Where: 556 Blackstrap Rd., Falmouth. This is the parking lot for North Falmouth Community Forest. Several pull-out spots are also available on Blackstrap Rd. opposite the parking lot at the trailhead, on the same side as Happy Cats boarding facility.
Who: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number. The day of, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 (please identify yourself in case you’re not in my phone book) rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 7 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.

Evening Sail, Casco Bay!
2024-08-27 17:30 - 20:30
RNC predictions place earlier darkness coming soon as the Earth slows and tilts into Fall. Grab a dwindling slot on the Emily Jane sailing yacht and enjoy soft fleeting summer breezes whisking you along accompanied by a starry-eyed adoring partner gurantee! Experienced Counselors onboard! Text Dan@478six835 for for your station in life today!

Overnight cruise to Snow Island!
2024-08-29 13:00 - 2024-08-30 13:30
Leaving midday coming back the next day about midday to Snow Island in Harpswell on the Emily Jane text. Dan at 478-6835 for a spot

Labor Day Weekend @ Baxter State Park
2024-08-30 - 2024-09-01
Join us for a spectacular Labor Day weekend in Baxter State Park! We have reserved camping at Nesowadnehunk Field site.

Friday (early bird day) – capacity of 16 *FULL, Wait-list Available
Saturday – capacity of 48
Sunday – capacity of 48
Leaving Monday

Please contact me to reserve your space, earlier is best as this event will fill up quickly! Hiking/ walking/ small boat (available for rent) activities
The park is free to enter if you are a Maine resident otherwise its $16 pp.
Once I have the camper list I’ll follow up with more details!

Baxter State Park Carpool
2024-08-30 - 2024-09-02
The link below will be a directory for members who want to carpool up to Baxter State Park.
Carpool list
If you are driving please list yourself.
It’s participants responsibility to reach out to drivers and figure the details! Also note that your carpool buddy may be driving on another day you need.
Please stay punctual and reliable for the benefit of everyone!

Baxter Weekend- Double Top Mountain Hike
2024-08-30 12:00 - 17:00
This is a 7 mile out and back hike of Double Top that starts at the Nesowadnehunk Field Campground at the Doubletop Mountain Trail. Meet at the trailhead at 11am. It should take around 4 to 5 hours depending how long we take. This is a strenuous hike so plan accordingly.
Doubletop Mountain (north peak 3,489 feet, south peak 3,455 ft) guards the western edge of Baxter State Park (BSP), its tufted, twin summit ridge looming like the profile of a slumped, pudgy Dark Knight. The views of this signature BSP mountain are impressive, as its unique profile and steep drops make for a formidable photo over Nesowadnehunk Stream or from the rugged peaks to its east.
For those who like hiking lists. Doubletop is on the Fifty Finest of New England.
If you have any questions please text me at 207-two-hundred and ninteen- 9622 or email- melanieslawlor@smccme.edu.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-08-30 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at FOUNDATION BREWING located at #1 INDUSTRIAL WAY in PORTLAND. Inside and outside seating. Pizza menu. Definitive Brewing and Austin Street Brewery are next door. Allagash is just up the street. Quality food trucks on site.

Abol Trail on Katahdin @ Baxter State Park
2024-08-31
This is an event hosted at the Baxter State park Labor day weekend!
3.4 miles (plus 1 mile on Hunt trail 4.4 miles total one way to Baxter Peak) Elevation gain 3,982ft
I have yet to do this trail but its description is:
This trail is the shortest route to Baxter Peak from a roadside trailhead. The trail formerly utilized the prominent Abol Slide, but was relocated in 2015 after soil and rock movement on the slide increased the hazard to hikers. The relocated trail uses the ridge to the west of the slide and provides a steady, but steep ascent with excellent views. Water is limited after the first mile and the trail is fully exposed after 2.5 miles. On warm days, an early start is recommended. Once on the Tableland you will connect with the Hunt trail (AT) for the last mile.
Difficulty level: Very Strenuous
Trailhead Parking lot: Abol Campground

Baxter State Park Potluck for Saturday Night
2024-08-31
Saturday will be the potluck night at the Labor Day event @ Baxter State Park.
Bring a meal to share!
Outside of this night, meals are participants own responsibility.
See you there!

Baxter weekend- The Brothers, Mount Coe and Fort Mountain
2024-08-31 07:30 - 16:00
This is an 11.5-mile loop on the Marston Trail. This strenuous but beautiful hike climbs 1 4000 footer, and 3 of the Hundred Highest of New England and has an Elevation gain of 4,652 feet so be prepared with lots of food, layers hydration, and a headlamp ( just in case).
I plan to be back for the potluck.
We will hike the Marston Trail Loop counterclockwise over Mount Coe, South Brother,North Brother and Fort Mountain.
There is a difficult slide climb on Mount Coe which is why we need to do it clockwise as it would be difficult to descend.
Fort Mountain is a buschwack but recent trail reports state there is a herd path. We will bag Fort Mountain if it gets too late, too long or is too hard to follow but ideally I would like to do it if conditions are good. Fort Mountain was also the scene of a plane crash.
I spoke to the ranger and he said the trail may be fairly busy because it is a holiday weekend and people who don’t have parking for Kahtadin often hear for the brothers if they can’t do Kahtadin.
No parking reservation is needed but we should meet at the bridge at the Nesowadnehunk Field Campground and carpool over to the nearby trail.
Email me at melanieslawlor@smccme.edu
or call or text at 207- two hundred and no teen- 9622
I will be in Baxter early Friday morning so I won’t have reception after that. I will be at the Nesowadnehunk Field Campground Friday evening.

Hike the Owl at Baxter Park
2024-08-31 08:00 - 17:00
This is a whole day event so we will get an early start in order to be back for Happy Hour and Dinner. The drive from the camping area to the trailhead is a 45-60 minute drive. We MUST carpool due to a limited number of parking spots at Katahdin Stream.
Distance to Summit: 3.7 miles, 7.4 miles round trip
Time: 4-6 hours round trip
Level: Serious
The hike is an easy climb for the first mile before the trail begins to get much steeper. The trail is very rocky in spots so hiking poles are recommended unless you’d rather use your hands bouldering, which is perfectly doable. The views of Katahdin from the summit of The Owl are some of the best views of Baxter Peak, and there are views of countless surrounding lakes and mountains.
As the closest mountain on the western side of Katahdin, The Owl has a front-row seat to the best views and waterfalls in Maine’s Baxter State Park.
Eileen Whynot
207-749-0211

MOAC Monthly Meeting & Presentation
2024-09-04 18:30 - 20:30
Local Cyclist Invented the “Survue” to Alert Cyclists to Vehicles Approaching from the Rear
One of our two guests, Josh Fox, an engineer and cyclist, felt trapped with tall curbs and zooming traffic several years ago, so decided it was too risky to trailer his daughter when riding. “I started by just taking my phone and literally duct-taping it to my bike, recording a video, and running it through an open-source algorithm to see what happens,” Fox says. “The algorithms grew more and more efficient in pinpointing the location of a vehicle and predicting its future movements. The battery got better and smaller, so the device was eventually small enough that a cyclist would be willing to stick it on their bike.”
MOAC Group Cycles the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
Pat Coon organized a five-night camping and biking trip in Vermont in June 2024. From Pat, “I’ve biked since I was a kid. When I was in college I learned to fix bikes and started commuting from Amherst to Northampton, and taking longer adventures, across Massachusetts then from Boston to Florida. Then I was a bike courier in Chicago for a winter. That was fun. I lived for years without a car in Maine and biked everywhere. As I got older I got out of it, I think there were two summers when I didn’t have a functional bike. Then about three years ago, I got back in. First with electric bikes, then analog. I started doing some bike touring, and I discovered the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, roughly a 150-mile, (3-4% incline) flat ride from Burlington to St. Johnsbury, Vermont.”
In preparation, Pat posted multiple bike rides around South Portland that he called, “Bug to Barrel,” from Bug Light to Barrelled Souls, a brewery. Each ride included parts of the Eastern Trail, roads around SoPo, Cape and Scarborough. The final “shakedown” ride was 40 miles, fully loaded with touring gear.
Bike adventures are a challenge of logistics, of mechanics, of endurance, and of spirit. Come see and hear how the group had a super duper trip!
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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
2024-09-06 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE STOCKHOUSE Restaurant & Sports Pub located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. Inside and outside seating. Ample free parking in their own lot. Full bar, good food, good prices.

Saturday Sail
2024-09-07 13:00 - 18:00
Meet at Handyboat at 1 pm and see where the afternoon takes us. Bring water, snacks to share, and warm layers. It gets cold fast this time of year. I have room for 4 people to join.

Improv-A-Ganza at Westbrook On Tap! (Heather Ellsworth from MOAC is one of the featured performers)
2024-09-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Westbrook On Tap, 1 Westbrook Common #5, behind Westbrook House of Pizza, Westbrook, M, 04864, United States
Hello all! Apparently I have signed up to be one of 4 participants in a comedy improv contest! (I used to run a comedy improv troupe in Camden.) Both the venue and the format are new to me – I’m both excited and nervous! If you’re looking for some laughs or just feel like supporting my adventure, come on down. Here’s a description of the event from the producer:
“Join us for an evening filled with hilarious, unscripted, short-form improv skits, witty banter, and unpredictable comedy. Our talented performers will have you laughing your a$$ off with their quick wit and off the cuff humor. Don’t miss out on this one of a kind event that guarantees a night of fun and entertainment. This show, and every show that we do, is unscripted and unrehearsed. Our 4 performers will take prompts and scenes given by the host and by members of the audience, and create uniquely hilarious situations and reactions. The performers will be scored on their performance throughout the evening, and our winner will receive a Westbrook On Tap gift certificate and the option to be a performer on the next (or a future) Improv-A-Ganza event! So bring your friends, grab some food and drinks, and enjoy the show! This is a FREE event, and will take place at Westbrook On Tap on Sunday, September 8th from 6:30-8:30pm!”

MOAC Board Meeting
2024-09-09 19:30 - 21:00
You’re invited to join the Board for the monthly board meeting. They will now be held the first Monday after the General Meeting on Zoom.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83684200941?pwd=[REDACTED]

Cruise the Coast of Maine!
2024-09-10 09:00 - 2024-09-13 17:00
Sail the Emily Jane to….Vinal Haven, Rockland maybe? Destination open depending on the winds! Leaving Tuesday morning, back Friday evening. The trip can be broken in half by shuttle Drivers are taking a bus! ie. a 2 day trip. Text Dan@478six835. For limited details. We’ve got a really nice weather window coming up!

Free Square Dance Classes
2024-09-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-09-19 18:30 - 20:00
Learn to square dance at two free classes. This is not your kid’s event. Lively and challenging, Teachers from Portland-based Mix N Mingle square dancers are offering to start teaching us this classic American activity.
Wear comfortable shoes and come alone or with friends. Held Thursdays, Sept. 12 & 19, at 8 Corners School, 6:30-8 p.m., 22 Mussey Rd., Scarborough. Free. No need to sign up, just show up.
Can contact Jerry Turner, 207-450-6555 or turner207@live.com if interested.

Sunset Beach walk oob
2024-09-13 17:00 - 19:00
Meet at Milliken parking lot in oob at 5 and walk to the levy at pine point and back. It’s about 6 miles I think. People can always turn around as they wish. Afterwards, we might grab a drink at the pirate bar if people want. The weather is supposed to be nice and sunny with a light breeze, but it will likely cool down quick once the sun sets.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-09-13 17:30 - 20:00
Come on! It’s just 15 minutes from the Fox Street brewery row! HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at GOODFIRE TASTING ROOM & KITCHEN located at 180 SOUTH FREEPORT ROAD in SOUTH FREEPORT. Special spot with inside and outside seating. Full bar and great light bites from their kitchen. Free parking on site.

Community Connections Fair – Volunteer wanted
2024-09-14 13:00 - 16:00
MOAC is staffing a table at the Community Connections Fair at HopeGateWay, to promote the club’s visibility and reach out to increase our membership.
We are not selling memberships there. We are handing out cards and info. about the club, answering questions and speaking to people when they drop by our table.
I will be volunteering and I would love to have one or two more people with me. That way we can have an opportunity to take a break and check out the fair ourselves.
If you are attending the fair, drop by, say hi and introduce yourself.
HopeGateWay
515 Woodford St, Portland, ME
(diagonally across from Rosemont Bakery on Brighton)
Description of the event from the flyer:
Enjoy food, activities, and performances by local music groups while connecting with clubs, classes, and volunteer opportunities in your community!
Find places to make friends, learn, volunteer, create or donate.
If you would like to volunteer, please email me at melanieslawlor@smccme.edu or phone 207, two-hundred nineteen – 9622.

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

100 Mile Cross NH Bike Ride
2024-09-19 16:00 - 2024-09-21 17:00
This is a 90 mile ride across New Hampshire, on the Cross New Hampshire Adventure Trail. There is a lot of information on the ride at WWW.XNHAT.ORG. We will depart Thursday September 19th in the afternoon to shuffle cars and we will camp out in on the Vermont side near Woodsville at the Twin River Campground. We’ll start the morning of Friday the 20th at the trail head and bike 40+ miles to the Isreal River Campground. Heated Pool. The next day we will pass the Appalatian Trail, where we can, if we’re up to it, climb a 2 mile, 4,000 foot section up to the peak of Mt. Madison. This is an optional part of the trip. The ride is only 40 miles and almost all down hill, so if we have some extra energry, we might want to explore a climb. That’s it. A pretty simple 2 day trip. You’ll need camping gear and a bike that’s comfortable both off road and on. 30mm would be the smallest tire I’d want to ride on this. A gravel bike, a touring bike, or a hybrid with larger tires or a hard tail mountian bike would all be fine. Feel free to call with questions Pat Coon 323-1805.

MOAC and LELT volunteer appreciation gathering
2024-09-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Hacker’s Hill, Quaker Ridge Rd, Casco, Maine, 04015, United States
Join MOAC and LELT trail crew volunteers’ social gathering/picnic on Friday Sept. 20 at 4pm. It will be at Hacker’s Hill on Quaker Ridge Road in Casco. This is only for MOAC members who have volunteered for the MOAC trail maintenance on Pleasant Mountain in the past 7 years since we have been working with the Loon Echo Land Trust. LELT would like to show their appreciation for all the dedicated volunteer trail work we have done on the Bald Peak Trail and the Sue’s Way Trail. The hard-working folks of the AMC Maine trail crew will also be in attendance. LELT will provide pizza and cold beverages. I have gone back through all my trail maintenance sign up sheets for the past 7 years in hopes to include everyone that has volunteered with MOAC on Pleasant Mountain – see separate email. If you’ve never been up on Hacker’s Hill, you’re in for a treat. The view of the Sebago lakes region and the White Mountains is one of the best in southern Maine! This is “NOT” a show-and-go event. Please contact me if you think you may attend. LELT needs a reasonable head count for the food and drinks they are providing.
Thanks, Dana-ah The Maintain-ah

HAPPY HOUR
2024-09-20 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the RUN OF THE MILL PUBLIC HOUSE located at 100 Main Street in Saco. Full bar, very good food, free parking in their own lot. Quick and easy to get to via I95 and the spur leading to Route 1 South.

Hail Mary Lobster Bake, Jewell Island!
2024-09-21 11:00 - 2024-09-22 15:00
As some of you might be aware, the summer is coming to a close. Let’s throw a lobster bake for Saturday night with camping on Jewel Island! I am going to sail out on the Emily Jane and I’ll see if we can get more boats going. Lobsters corn clams the whole shebang Saturday night! I’ll be leaving 11:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. There’s a lot of hiking and camping and different spots on the island. If you don’t know it, it’s beautiful! Text me!Dan@478six835. It will probably cost $25 about. I’ll need the money up front if you want a lobster!

Lobster bake and camping on Jewell Island
2024-09-21 11:00 - 2024-09-22 15:00
Blue Glory II will be teaming up with the Emily Jane, Dan Kidd’s boat, to camp out on Jewell Island Saturday night. Since my boat has limited berths bring your camping gear. The weather looks good but it could get cold at night. We will be cooking lobster and clams on the Island plus breakfast. The food cost is $25, cash up front is appreciated. Bring your favorite side dish or dessert to round out the feast. Text Art@207-332-2276 to sign up.

Greenville Fall Foliage Seniors Getaway
2024-09-24 15:00 - 2024-09-27 11:00
We would like to invite fellow active MOAC seniors to join us for our Thursday Hikers Fall Getaway to Greenville.
Update – It looks like the place is sold out at this time for rooms. There is camping available at the same location in a grassy area behind the resort. This can depend on weather. I can also keep a wait-list in case someone cancels from our group. Room rate of $120/night, Sept. 24-27. The rooms have full kitchens and 2 double beds. Be sure to tell them you are with Thursday Hikers/Michell Moody group. Be sure to check out their website for more info about the property. They also offer camping behind the resort. Call the resort at 800-726-2302 to book one of the rooms we are holding (the rooms are not on their website until after July 1). Book ASAP if you want to come. Please verify their cancellation policy when booking. 7 days for this time of year would be appreciated.
https://www.leisureliferesort.com/
Please let me know if you book. Also let me know if you would be willing to share a room and I can let others know. Please include your phone number and email so I can add you to our rooming list and send more info later.
This is a wonderful area with a great variety of hikes and paddling opportunities. Some biking as well. The colors should be starting while temperatures usually aren’t too cold yet.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-09-27 17:30 - 20:00
An ol’ standby this week. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THREE DOLLAR DEWEY’S on Commercial Street in the Old Port. Full bar, good food, lively atmosphere. FREE PARKING on Commercial in the vicinity of Becky’s and also at all meters come 6PM.

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

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

Baxter Park backpack
2024-10-02 15:00 - 2024-10-05 18:00
4 days backpacking in Baxter, sleeping in Lean-tos, 9-10 miles of challenging hiking each day, limit 4 people, and 2 vehicles. Staying at Nesowadnahunk, Wassataquoik Lske, Davis Pond lean-tos. hike down from Tableland ( and summit of Katadin?) via Hunt Trail. Possibly spending night of 10/5 at Katadin Stream if lean-to becomes available

MOAC Monthly Meeting & Presentation
2024-10-02 18:30 - 20:30
Beyond Alaska, Sailing the Inside Passage
Presented by MOAC’s Sarah Jones

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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.

MH&T’s Flagstaff Hut - LIMITED SPACE LEFT
2024-10-04 13:00 - 2024-10-06 12:00
We are taking signups for this years Hut trip. Cost for the weekend is $150 per person.
Make out and mail checks to: Peter Mullen, 38 Lawrence Rd, Gray, Maine 04039
Or: Venmo to: @Peter-Mullen-12. If asked for a code, enter “6701”
We will answer any questions you have at any time.
Join us for the 11th annual Maine Huts & Trails weekend. MH&T’s operates four “ecolodges” along their network of trails in the Bigelows and Flagstaff Lake. For this weekend, Flagstaff Hut, on the eastern shore of the lake is all ours.
It’s far more than a hut. A full commercial kitchen, hot water, electricity, composting toilets, etc. Sleeping is bunk room style. This is the earliest we have done this trip so the fall colors should still be sweet to look at. This “hut” has a capacity of 48. We hope to limit it to 40 or so. We had 40 last year.
Activities can include hiking, mountain biking, paddling (boats and gear provided), swimming, or doing nothing. You must walk in. From the parking lot, it is 1.5 miles, you can drive to within a mile where you can unload your stuff at a gate. We try to provide as many carts as possible to help in this manner. Also, we had a generous gear shuttle last year that we will do everything possible to duplicate. This would mean leaving your gear in a building at the parking lot and it will be delivered in (and out) so you only have to walk.
You only need to bring clothes (slippers), sleeping bag, pillow case, personal items, and food as described below. You DO NOT need to bring anything to cook with or to eat on. Refrigeration is available but limited. You will have access to the kitchen.
The way the food works, you provide your own food for Friday, Saturday morning and noon. You will be asked to bring a “slice” of Saturday night’s dinner which all the “slices” will be combined for a fantastic feed. Previous meals have included a pizza bar, pasta bar, and taco bar. TBD what this year’s menu will be. On Sunday morning a portion of your payment for the weekend will provide a full spread breakfast. Pancakes, frittata, bacon, sausage, fruit, granola, yogurt, etc. Vegetarian? Vegan? We have options for everyone. Coffee and tea and hot chocolate provided at least in the morning. BYOB for alcohol consumed outside of the hut. Alcohol inside needs to be purchased from MH&T.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-10-04 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at RIVALRIES Sports Pub & Restaurant located at 2 Hat Trick Drive in Falmouth (behind the WalMart). Full bar, good food, lively atmosphere with plenty of TV’s showing college football and big-league playoff baseball. Free parking in their own lot.

Kat & the Kooltones at Cadenza
2024-10-05 19:00 - 20:30
Come join Kathie McCatherin and her band at Cadenza in Freeport! Listen to the full sounds of piano, bass, drums, guitar, sax and flute woven into a variety of tunes from jazz, standards, Broadway and many vibes from the 60’s and today. Get your tickets today! It was a sellout last year. Hope to see you there!
www.cadenzafreeport.com

MOAC Board Meeting, Monday, October 7
2024-10-07 19:30 - 21:00

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

Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest, Falmouth
2024-10-11 09:30 - 12:30
Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest, Falmouth
What: About 4.5 miles of roots, rocks, and some moderate hills. Our goal will be to reach Lowell Preserve, Windham. Hunting is allowed here so wear your blaze orange. No dogs, please.
When: Friday, October 11, 9:30 am -12:30 pm
Where: The Forest’s parking lot at 556 Blackstrap Rd., Falmouth. It is directly across Blackstrap Rd. from the Happy Cats boarding facility.
Who: Laura Williams. Please email or text me to let me know you’re coming. If you text, please identify yourself in case you’re not in my phone book. If you need to reach me the day of, please text or phone rather than emailing. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 7 am the day of if there are no sign-ups. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.

HAPPY HOUR
2024-10-11 17:30 - 20:00
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at GRITTY’S PUB on Fore Street in the Old Port. Lively & friendly atmosphere, communal seating, full bar, good food. Don’t sweat the parking. It’s free on Commercial Street up by Becky’s if you feel like a walk. But it’s also free at all meters come 6PM. If I park at a meter I typically do so around 5:40 and I’ve never had a problem,
