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SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting – Machu Picchu
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of the Sacred Valley of Peru (Urubamba)\, where the Incas built temples to the sun and other deities.  \nMachu Picchu is the most famous of the archaeological sites\, built by the Inca but there are many more. The stonework was tightly fitted together\, using no visible mortar. \nWe will visit many important sites to the Inca culture\, culminating with Machu Picchu. We will touch on modern day Peru as well\, with its rich cultural history of blended indigenous\, Spanish\, and religious customs. \n  \n\nMarty Williams lives in Ellsworth and currently is club president. If you live in Northern Maine\, the Bangor area\, or Downeast\, look for her outdoor adventures throughout the year in that part of the state. She can be reached at president@moac.org or bangor_area@moac.org. \nA member for more than 15 years\, this trip to Peru in 2016 was a MOAC trip. Just an example of where this club can take you. \n___________________________________________\nIn addition to the speaker\, the meeting is a chance to hear about recent outings\, hear about upcoming outings\, and socialize with other MOACers.  It’s also a chance for new or prospective members to ask questions.  Meeting begins at 7:00\, but come at 6:30 to socialize and meet people. \nLocation: the Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church\, 524 Allen Avenue\, Portland (near Northgate Shopping Plaza).  Here’s a Google Map link. \nZOOM!! \nMOAC Event is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Feb 1 General Meeting\nTime: Feb 1\, 2023 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87675915489?pwd=UzdmcmJGN3dvd2dlUTlhTlVhTm5vQT09 \nMeeting ID: 876 7591 5489\nPasscode: 499491\nOne tap mobile\n+13126266799\,\,87675915489#\,\,\,\,*499491# US (Chicago)\n+16468769923\,\,87675915489#\,\,\,\,*499491# US (New York) \n  \n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/monthly-meeting-machu-picchu/
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T110000
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SUMMARY:HIKE WOLFE'S NECK STATE PARK - FREEPORT\, MAINE
DESCRIPTION:We will be hiking trails in the woods and along the wooded Casco Bay shoreline throughout Wolfe’s Neck State Park. If approaching from the center of Freeport\, take Flying Point Road and watch for the directional signs for the park. The signs will eventually indicate a right hand turn on to Wolfe’s Neck Road.  Watch for additional signage and there will eventually be a sign indicating a left hand turn on to the State Park access road. After passing the entrance booth\, bear right into the parking lot that is directly ahead. We will meet at this parking lot and step off at 11 AM. Bring cleats\, hiking poles\, backpacks for lunches\, etc. and sufficient layered clothing as we will be in the woods much of the time but after hiking a while it may start to warm up a bit. We will be hiking two different loops and take a lunch break at the group picnic shelter between the loops. Any questions prior to the day of the hike\, mcb-12nam@outlook.com or 207-844-8142 (this is a land line). The morning of the hike 802-770-9106. \n  \n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-wolfes-neck-state-park-freeport-maine/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Williams":MAILTO:MCB-12NAM@OUTLOOK.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
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SUMMARY:XC Ski at Five Fields Farm
DESCRIPTION:Let’s hit the beautiful ski trails at Five Fields Farm in Bridgton. There are trails for every level of skier (both classic and skate)\, so if we have different abilities within the group we may split up. I like the expert trails which involve hills but there are plenty of trails that are more flat. Tickets are $16 per person and rental packages are also $16 – CASH ONLY. Please be geared up with your ticket and ready to hit the trail by 10 AM – arrive early if you need to rent. Temps will be moderate but it may be windy\, so be prepared with different layers. Bring lunch/snacks and water – we will probably ski until 1 or 2. Please RSVP so I have an idea how many are coming\, and to arrange car pooling. There’s no maximum group size on this trip since we can split into smaller groups. Fully vaccinated skiers only if you want to carpool – I will ask for a photo of your vax card if we haven’t done a trip together before.
URL:https://moac.org/event/xc-ski-at-five-fields-farm/
CATEGORIES:Skiing-XC/Classic/Skate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anne Geisler":MAILTO:annegme.123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T170000
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SUMMARY:Canoe 100 miles through Everglades!
DESCRIPTION:Froze your fingers?  Back hurts from shovelling snow?  Your loving partner pointed out some flaws ?  Putting together a last minute canoe trip through the Everglades!  Think Your chances are better with an alligator than trying to explain yourself? Join us!  Cheap trip!  Maybe $200 plus airfare to Florida – $250?  Contact Dan Kidd for details if you dare!  478 6835
URL:https://moac.org/event/canoe-100-miles-through-everglades/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T190000
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CREATED:20230117T041032Z
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SUMMARY:Full Moon X-C Ski\, Caribou Bog\, Orono
DESCRIPTION:Ski the Caribou Bog trail with the full moon. The bog trails are wide and groomed with some gentle slopes. Meet at the Taylor Road parking area off Forest Avenue\, Orono. I will be coming from Ellsworth and will bring hot chocolate. We can stop for a beer and burger somewhere after. \nPlease contact me if you plan to attend. Marty Williams\, 207-801-1488
URL:https://moac.org/event/full-moon-x-c-ski-caribou-bog-orono/
CATEGORIES:Skiing-XC/Classic/Skate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marty Williams":MAILTO:marty@donnellpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T190000
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SUMMARY:Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Portland for another year. Tom Widing of Chestnut Mountain Productions brings a selected group of films and documentaries about mountain culture\, sports\, environment and adventure & exploration to the State Theater. \nMOAC has a table in the lobby to spread the club’s mission and the board is looking for volunteers to help in that cause. Volunteering will get you free admission to the films as volunteer duties are only pre and post show as well as during the intermission. Please contact the Board to volunteer. \nTickets available at Eastern Mountain Sports\, EVO Rock + Fitness\, Nomads\, and Salt Pump Climbing Company or ONLINE at http://www.statetheatreportland.com/
URL:https://moac.org/event/banff-mountain-film-festival-world-tour-2/2023-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T170000
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SUMMARY:Winterfest Carpooling from Down East area
DESCRIPTION:I am planning to drive down and back to Winterfest. If you want to car pool\, I will be leaving from Ellsworth. Depending on response\, I can go either way\, via Bangor\, or via Belfast (please\, no debate over which is better LOL ). This trip may include a stop at Trader Joe’s. Call or text 207-801-1488.
URL:https://moac.org/event/winterfest-carpooling-from-down-east-area/
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Williams":MAILTO:marty@donnellpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T021503Z
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SUMMARY:MOAC Winterfest
DESCRIPTION:~Activities~\nIn addition to the perimeter trail at Orchard Ridge Farm\, nearby trails include\, ITS 89 and the Mountain Division Trail (MDT) for your walking\, fat/mountain biking\, snowshoeing\, or cross country skiing adventures! The historic Gambo Dam\, the horse-drawn Tow Path and the Gunpowder Mill trails are accessed by the MDT from the Farm! \nThere is a sledding hill at the Farm for the kid in all of us! Bring your sled! \n\nThe Greenhouse has picnic tables for ventilated seating protected from the wind. Musical instruments welcome! Bring a camp chair for outdoor seating by the fire. Some seating available. \n\n\nPLEASE wear a mask in the Farm Market and in the bathrooms. There will be no pot-luck. \n\n~Eats~\nBYO Lunch or Buy Delicious BBQ from Smokey & Brines or the fresh hot and cold menu at the Farm’s Market. Gluten-Free & Vegetarian options. MOAC’s Soup or Chili Crockpot Challenge will be available for sampling and voting in the barn. Beer and wine for purchase on site. MOAC will supply hot beverages. Fire pit and wood supplied. S’mores here we come! \n~Soup or Chili Challenge~\nSix Volunteers who make a crock pot for the Soup or Chili Challenge and staff the table will receive a $15 gift certificate to the Farm Store to offset food costs. Please sign up with board@moac.org to cook or volunteer. \nCooks will be awarded gift certificate prizes by popular vote as follows: 1st -$20 2nd-$15 3rd-$10 \n~Volunteers Needed~\nSix Event Volunteers will receive $10 to spend at the Farm! Step up! \n\n\n\n\n“Thank You” to MOAC member Mary Walker and her daughters\, Erica and Kristen\, for welcoming us to the Farm!
URL:https://moac.org/event/moac-winterfest/
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ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T140000
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SUMMARY:Snowshoe at Winterfest
DESCRIPTION:Let’s go snowshoeing at Winterfest.  The property is still snow covered and pretty.  It’s not super deep\, but it’s really soft and wet.  Snowshoes will be a lot better than just boots.
URL:https://moac.org/event/snowshoe-at-winterfest/
CATEGORIES:Hiking,Snowshoeing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Briggs":MAILTO:wdbriggs10@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T153000
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CREATED:20230210T213759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T213759Z
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SUMMARY:Classic or Skate Ski WinterFest
DESCRIPTION:There is snow on the MDT\, so it is safe to  assume all the trails from WinterFest will have soft snow and no ice.  If wanted\, we could ride a few miles to the Portland Water District Trails in Sebago\, which has less walkers and more skiers!  Meet in front of the Barn\, where the Chili & Soup Challenge will take place.  You can snowshoe with Bill Briggs around the farm at 1:00PM.
URL:https://moac.org/event/classic-or-skate-ski-winterfest/
CATEGORIES:Skiing-XC/Classic/Skate,Social,Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T220000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230107T143216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230107T182242Z
UID:10000654-1676142000-1676152800@moac.org
SUMMARY:Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Portland for another year. Tom Widing of Chestnut Mountain Productions brings a selected group of films and documentaries about mountain culture\, sports\, environment and adventure & exploration to the State Theater. \nMOAC has a table in the lobby to spread the club’s mission and the board is looking for volunteers to help in that cause. Volunteering will get you free admission to the films as volunteer duties are only pre and post show as well as during the intermission. Please contact the Board to volunteer. \nTickets available at Eastern Mountain Sports\, EVO Rock + Fitness\, Nomads\, and Salt Pump Climbing Company or ONLINE at http://www.statetheatreportland.com/
URL:https://moac.org/event/banff-mountain-film-festival-world-tour-2/2023-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T133000
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CREATED:20230212T151751Z
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SUMMARY:HIKE/WALK MITCHELL FIELD HARPSWELL
DESCRIPTION:We will be hiking/walking the woods road\, access road\, paved walking trails and the beach.  Motor down Maine route 123 in Harpswell. The entrance to Mitchell Field is immediately prior to the Harpswell Neck Fire Station on the same side of the road as the fire station. Proceed down the access road to the parking area at the very end of the access road. We will step off at 11 AM. At a mutually agreeable time\, we will take a lunch break utilizing the picnic tables by the bay.  As low tide that day is around 11 AM\, we will traverse the beach area prior to lunch. Suggest bringing cleats\, poles and a backpack (however\, it appears unlikely cleats will be needed the majority of the time).  For questions prior to the day of the event\, mcb-12nam@outlook.com or 207-844-8142 (this is a land line). The day of the event 802-770-9106. \n  \n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-walk-mitchell-field-harpswell/
ORGANIZER;CN="Bob Williams":MAILTO:mcb-12nam@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20220817T135958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221218T004417Z
UID:10000648-1676489400-1676494800@moac.org
SUMMARY:MOAC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Members are welcome to attend the board’s monthly meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. \nMOAC Event is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: MOAC Board Meeting\nEvery month on the Third Wednesday \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/83684200941?pwd=TmErK1ZlU01hYVBKaHQ4T3gvMlVwdz09 \nMeeting ID: 836 8420 0941\nPasscode: 730377
URL:https://moac.org/event/moac-board-meeting-4/2023-02-15/
ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230216T174327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T174327Z
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SUMMARY:Joyful Amplitude of Liquid Intake (JALI)
DESCRIPTION:Pop up Mid-Coast drinks and cheer – Otto’s Pizza – 15 Cushing Street in Brunswick\, Maine. \nFriday Feb 17th. 5PM \nFree Pizza slice with every beverage between 4-6PM \n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/joyful-amplitude-of-liquid-intake-jali/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
ORGANIZER;CN="Abby":MAILTO:abbyinoakville@Hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230216T033759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T033759Z
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SUMMARY:HAPPY HOUR
DESCRIPTION:A new spot this week. HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE SIDECAR which sits adjacent to Junction Bowl at 7 Railroad Avenue in Gorham. Take the elevator to the fourth floor. Nice views. SIDECAR is best described as a wine bar but they also serve fancy cocktails and draft beer. Light bites too all at reasonable prices. Free parking in their own lot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith the advent of cooler weather\, MOAC Happy Hours may now be located at establishments offering limited or no options for outdoor seating.  For each Happy Hour venue\, we will try to give as much information as practical about available seating options.\n\nParticipation in Happy Hour events\, regardless of seating options\, is a personal decision and MOAC assumes no liability for potential health risks associated with attending these activities.\n\nVaccination against COVID-19 (including approved booster shots) is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED\, but not required for participation in Happy Hour events.   Participants are expected to practice safe behaviors including social distancing\, hand washing and wearing a mask when not eating/drinking or when not seated.   Please be respectful of other people’s choices and comfort level.  Do not participate if you are not feeling well\, exhibiting COVID symptoms\, have recently tested positive for COVID or have come into close contact with someone who may be COVID positive.
URL:https://moac.org/event/happy-hour-43/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230214T204757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T204757Z
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SUMMARY:Lions Spaghetti Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Where\nCape Elizabeth Lions Clubhouse \n1 Wheeler Rd Cape Eliz \nWhen \nSaturday February 18   5-7:30 \nWhat \nAll U can eat including Garlic bread Salad Soda Desert Italian music and Candle lit seating   BYOB    All for just 12 bucks \n  \n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/lions-spaghetti-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Stressenger":MAILTO:billstressenger@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230220
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230116T014911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T020128Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to winter in the White Mountains.
DESCRIPTION:Since this outing was broadly successful last year\, we’re trying our hand at a sequel. \nShort version: \nIntroduction to White Mountain winter hiking. Sunday\, February 19th\, Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail\, Mt. Washington. Bring microspikes\, water\, snacks\, and layers. We will hike to Gem Pool\, which is an easy walk in the woods. I am not expecting to go past Gem Pool. All experience levels welcome. \nGroup limit is 10. To sign up\, and for meeting time and place\, email me: jamie.jbemit08 at gmail. Do not use the sign up button on the MOAC website. \nLong version: \nWHAT: back when I was young\, around the time of the Battle of Jutland\, we had this thing called winter. Temperatures would drop below the freezing point of water for days at a time. This white stuff called snow would fall\, as opposed to rain. Well\, those were the good old days. Now it’s 50 degrees in January. But we can still pretend. \nWinter in the White Mountains is (or was\, before New England winters started looking like Florida) a stunning experience; this hike will be geared toward folks who would like a gentle introduction to winter hiking in the Whites. We will be walking on the Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail\, which departs a bit below the Cog Railway. I will check road and trail conditions closer to the actual event\, but last year Base Station Road was open and well-plowed. The trail was lightly packed snow with minimal ice. The 2-mile walk to Gem Pool is gently uphill along the Ammonoosuc River. \nJust past the pool the trail goes from an easy upward slope to essentially a one-mile snow-covered staircase. Since my knees were already creaky during the Hoover Administration\, I am not planning to tackle the higher parts of the trail. THERE WILL BE NO PRESSURE TO GO PAST GEM POOL. If more experienced and ambitious members wish to continue on up the steeper sections\, bon voyage; I recommend good microspikes\, ample food and water\, and good layering of clothes. \nME: I have organized a couple of MOAC trips before. I first hiked in the White Mountains when I was 3 years old. I have organized multiple trips there with friends\, including with people who were completely new to hiking. I will move at a leisurely pace. If you want to go faster than me\, cool beans. If you want to go slower than me\, tough noogies\, you won’t go slower than me\, because I don’t leave people behind. \nYOU: this is intentionally geared toward anyone who is curious about winter in the Whites and would like an easy introduction with friends. Conversely\, if this is your 15th season summiting Washington and snowboarding back down\, it would be great to have you\, but you may find both the pace and the terrain somewhat dull.
URL:https://moac.org/event/intro-to-winter-in-the-white-mountains/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Edwards":MAILTO:jamie.jbemit08@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T020000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T012614Z
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SUMMARY:Climb Mt Isolation
DESCRIPTION:Winter is the best time to climb Mt Isolation because there are two bushwhacks that cut a couple of miles off this very long hike. It’s one of the most remote 4000ers (true to its name) and has absolutely stunning views from the summit. We’ll go up the Rocky Branch trail and bushwhacks\, for a total of about 12 miles and 3\,150′ elevation gain – a challenging trip for experienced winter hikers only. Microspikes and snowshoes are both required\, and you should also bring lunch\, snacks and at least 2 liters of water for a long day on the trail. It will probably take 7 – 8 hours total. Wind chills will be near zero at the top\, so also bring extra warm layers and a second set of gloves. RSVP for meeting places and times (we’re not leaving at 2 AM)\, and for carpool information. If we haven’t hiked together before\, please send me a pic of your vax card and let me know your winter hiking experience when you RSVP. Max group size is 8\, and we will probably stop afterwards for refreshments.
URL:https://moac.org/event/climb-mt-isolation/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne Geisler":MAILTO:annegme.123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230223T050103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T050103Z
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SUMMARY:HAPPY HOUR
DESCRIPTION:HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the new SEA DOG BREWPUB located in CABELA’S PLAZA in SCARBOROUGH. For those who might be unfamiliar they’re at the intersection of Payne Road and I95 Exit 42. Just opened within the last month or so. Plenty of free parking in their own lot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith the advent of cooler weather\, MOAC Happy Hours may now be located at establishments offering limited or no options for outdoor seating.  For each Happy Hour venue\, we will try to give as much information as practical about available seating options.\n\nParticipation in Happy Hour events\, regardless of seating options\, is a personal decision and MOAC assumes no liability for potential health risks associated with attending these activities.\n\nVaccination against COVID-19 (including approved booster shots) is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED\, but not required for participation in Happy Hour events.   Participants are expected to practice safe behaviors including social distancing\, hand washing and wearing a mask when not eating/drinking or when not seated.   Please be respectful of other people’s choices and comfort level.  Do not participate if you are not feeling well\, exhibiting COVID symptoms\, have recently tested positive for COVID or have come into close contact with someone who may be COVID positive.
URL:https://moac.org/event/happy-hour-44/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230223T202149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T202257Z
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SUMMARY:Cross Country Skiing Down East
DESCRIPTION:Snow!! Perfect temps\, no rain. X-C skiing somewhere\, either in Acadia National Park\, Orono Woods\, Schoodic. Whatever the group wants. Be in touch\, and we can decide. Meeting time to be determined but bring a lunch. I am saying 11 AM but but that time can be adjusted. I expect to ski between 4 and 8 miles. We will meet in Ellsworth to car pool. \nText or call Marty at 207-801-1488 or send an email. \nMarty Williams
URL:https://moac.org/event/cross-country-skiing-down-east/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marty":MAILTO:marty@donnellpond.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230222T214517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T214517Z
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SUMMARY:Cross Country Ski/Snowshoe at Oxbow Brewing in Oxford ME
DESCRIPTION:With Thursday’s storm and cool weather to follow\, conditions on Saturday should be terrific at the former Carter’s XC Center\, now owned by Oxbow Brewing.  If you’ve never been\, you’re in for a treat.  All trail fees have been waived\, but Oxbow will happily take your money in exchange for various libations – hard/soft\, hot/cold\, brick oven pizza and wood for the firepits in their outdoor beer garden. \nThis show and go event will be very low key\, as your trip leader is still figuring out how to remain upright on skis with two new knees.  We’ll divide into at least two groups\, those on snowshoes and those on skis.  More ambitious skiers may wish to break off and tackle some of the longer trails.  But let’s plan on meeting mid-outing at Oxbow’s fabulous back woods hut\, where we can warm ourselves by a fire and perhaps partake of a fortifying beverage.  Then we’ll leisurely make our way back to the beer garden and enjoy pizza and beverages\, either indoors or outside by a roaring fire. \nEvent start time is 12:00 noon\, when Oxbow first opens.  We won’t actually hit the trails until 12:15.  Parking lot is expected to already be full so you may end up parking out on Rte. 26.  Let’s congregate where the parking lot funnels into the beginning of the ski trail system.  If you arrive late\, snap a pic of the trail map and head for the back woods hut! \nOxbow Brewing – 420 Main St (Rte 26)\, Oxford\, ME – about one mile past Oxford Casino\, on your left if heading north.
URL:https://moac.org/event/cross-country-ski-snowshoe-at-oxbow-brewing-in-oxford-me/
CATEGORIES:Skiing-XC/Classic/Skate,Snowshoeing,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230224T122026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T124102Z
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SUMMARY:***Time change*** Cross Country Ski at Carter’s in Bethel
DESCRIPTION:***Meeting time updated to 11 AM because of the low temps this morning.***Let’s get out in the fluffy new snow! This is a “show and go” event. Please meet at the fire pit at 11 AM with your skis on\, your ticket and whatever supplies you like for a couple hours’ xc skiing. If you need to rent gear\, arrive 30-45 minutes early to get geared up. I plan to ski the mountain side trails across the road from the main lodge\, which are more advanced. There are stunningly beautiful beginner trails starting right from the lodge and going through the fields and along the river\, if you prefer. We’ll ski for a couple hours\, warm up and have something to eat\, then go out for more. Gotta make up for lost ski time this season! 🙂 There’s a food truck on site or you can bring your own food. We can decide if we want to stop afterwards for refreshments as a group. RSVP by text (207-380-6008) or email if you have any questions or want to carpool\, or just want to let me know you’re coming. If anything comes up that prevents me from going\, I will post the update here\, and let folks know who RSVP’d. Just check the MOAC page before you head out Sunday morning if you haven’t been in touch with me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/cross-country-ski-at-carters-in-bethel/
CATEGORIES:Skiing-XC/Classic/Skate
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne Geisler":MAILTO:annegme.123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230226T153000
DTSTAMP:20260530T120107
CREATED:20230226T013257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T013257Z
UID:10000811-1677412800-1677425400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing in Norway ME
DESCRIPTION:Cross country ski and/or snowshoe at Roberts Farm Preserve\, 58 Roberts Road\, Norway ME. We will meet at noon but come any time. There is a warming hut with a wood stove. They lend skis to people using the trails. We may stop at Oxbow for a beer on the way home.
URL:https://moac.org/event/cross-country-skiing-and-snowshoeing-in-norway-me/
CATEGORIES:Skiing-XC/Classic/Skate,Snowshoeing,Social,Walking
ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth":MAILTO:eliz.szat@gmail.com
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