AMC Gorham Chairback Lodge has some rooms available this weekend. Lodging is ~ $110.00 per night and includes meals. Come relax and get away this weekend. Northwoods Outfitters has bikes, ATV, canoes ect for rent nearby.
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Looks like The last chance this season to sail the Emily Jane Sailboat in Casco Bay! Going out to Snow Island in Harpswell Overnight Saturday, Be back Sunday afternoon. Bring a tent and something to dig treasure with! Weather looks perfect! A plank will be set up for whiners. As usual counseling will be available. ... [Read More]
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Hiking Carter Dome this weekend via Wildcat River Trail. 11ish miles and above 4k. Meet at the trailhead @ 8:00 email for details. Carpooling up for discussion. Leaves are changing with the colder temps and looks like great weather this weekend!
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On the 52WAV list this will be approximately 8 miles with approximately 1800' of elevation gain. Fairly relaxed hiking pace (I am slow). We will park in a dedicated hiker lot at the top of Ossipee Park Rd in Moultonborough NH, Email, call or text to let me know you are coming and coordinate car... [Read More]
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Cruise to Jewell Island and hike the Island. Leave Aspasia Marina in South Portland aboard a 28’ powerboat at 10:00 and return about 17:00. Space is limited to 6 plus the captain. Bring lunch, water, light hiking shoes. The weather is predicted to be in the 70’s but will be a little cooler on the... [Read More]
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It should be a lovely day to spend at the lake. I'll be there by 3:00 and we'll light up the grill at 5:30 ish, maybe have a campfire after. The water is probably a little chilly for swimming, but folks are welcome to go out on my boats or bring your own. BYOB and... [Read More] |
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It looks like a good day. What could go wrong? I'm going to haul the boat out Tuesday for the season so this is the last chance for a sail on the Emily Jane this year! - And to qualify for the Croatia trip mid October! Departing South Portland at 10:00 a.m. If you're feeling... [Read More]
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Show and go walk on the beach starting from Pinepoint. We meet in the Scarborough Municipal parking lot found at the corner of King Street and 5th Avenue. We will walk at a pace that is acceptable for everyone. Rain will cancel and we may stop at a local eatery afterwards. |
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We’ll meet on Wed., Oct 4th, 10 AM, at the put-in at Range Pond State Park in Poland, ME, and start paddling about 10:30. This state park has bathroom facilities and an easy put-in. The trip is weather dependent. We'll stop for a snack or lunch at a municipal beach and then continue paddling. Please... [Read More]
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We'll be presenting the travelogue "Wild Africa", by Bill Yeo, from L.L. Bean. This is a half-hour film we showed two years ago, when all of our meetings were only on Zoom. We thought it was worth watching again. According to the film's description, it takes "an up-close look at some of Africa’s most amazing... [Read More] |
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Per our MOAC tradition, we will be camping at The Bar Harbor Campground. See link: https://www.thebarharborcampground.com/. Please review so that you are aware of the campground rules, etc. I believe cost is $38.00 per night. They do not take credit cards but will accept checks and there is also an onsite ATM. Also, reservations cannot... [Read More]
I am holding 3 nights at AMC Cold River Camp in Evan's Notch for my local hiking group - Thursday Hikers. We are all active seniors. I have a few extra spots and thought I'd open it up to MOAC members as well. You can check out the camp with this link - https://www.coldrivercamp.org/about DATES:... [Read More]
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HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE SNUG located at 223 CONGRESS STREET on Munjoy Hill. Long. narrow, Irish style bar in trendy neighborhood. Parking is on-street and ample. Several popular restaurants close by. |
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forecast looks for snow at the 4000ft level. Most likely gonna give up unless I get crazy. First time posting an event. 2 day hike on the Pemigewasset loop. I'm staying overnight at the Galehead hut. You can as well, or camp out. This is a strenuous hike. 31 miles total, so 15-16 miles each... [Read More] |
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Show and go walk on the beach starting from Pinepoint. We meet in the Scarborough Municipal parking lot found at the corner of King Street and 5th Avenue. We will walk at a pace that is acceptable for everyone. Rain will cancel and we may stop at a local eatery afterwards. |
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It's later than you think! Let's squeeze, likely the last chance this year, a music by the fire seaside get-together. We're assembling a Bluegrass, traditional, folk bunch to play music Wednesday at 5:30 in South Portland. 7 Ballard St around back behind the chicken coop. This is a high class event so bring something to... [Read More] |
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HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the SEA DOG BREWPUB/RESTAURANT located in Cabela's Plaza in SCARBOROUGH. Nice spot that's easy to get to, with good food, and free parking in their own lot. RESERVATION made in name of Tom Geis and MOAC.
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Maine's Own Black Cat Road will be taking the stage Friday evening at the New Gloucester Fraternal Order Of Eagles, Sabbathday Rd, New Gloucester, ME 04260. 7 pm. BCR calls their music "swamp rock and blues" and played several of the Maine Blues Festivals in Naples. Friday the 13th even! |
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Climb Carter Dome by way of Mt. Hight and 19 Mile Brook Trail. This is a challenging hike - 10.2 miles round trip, 3,500' elevation gain. Wind chills will be in the 20's at the summits - be prepared with extra layers, a warm hat and gloves. Bring lunch, snacks and water, and a headlamp... [Read More] |
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Show and go walk on the beach starting from Pinepoint. We meet in the Scarborough Municipal parking lot found at the corner of King Street and 5th Avenue. We will walk at a pace that is acceptable for everyone. Rain will cancel and we may stop at a local eatery afterwards. |
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You're invited to join the Board for the monthly board meeting. These are held the 3rd Wednesday of the month on Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83684200941?pwd=TmErK1ZlU01hYVBKaHQ4T3gvMlVwdz09 |
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Friday night movies at Portland Museum of Art — in French, with subtitles — Au Revoir Le Bonheur. — 3pm to 5pm. Four brothers meet at childhood home after the death of their father and the reunion goes hilariously off the rails. RISE! 5:45 - 8:00 pm A promising classical dancer has to... [Read More]
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So as to coordinate with Kathie McCatherin's show at Cadenza (please see related post) this Friday's HAPPY HOUR will be at GOOD FIRE BREWING located at 180 S. Freeport Road in FREEPORT. We've been here before and the reviews were very positive. Just off the I-95 so it's easy to get to. There's also good... [Read More]
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Join Kathie McCatherin and her band at Cadenza in Freeport. This will be an evening to celebrate great music- jazz, blues, standards, and Broadway! You'll hear Kathie on vocals and flute, and her band of Flash Allen on piano, John Clark on bass and, fellow MOACer, Nancy Durham on drums. See link below for tickets... [Read More] |
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10:00 - 11:00 am. Chien Pourri — la vie a Paris. Kids cartoon movie about a pup named Chien Pourri who roams the streets of Paris. 11:00 - 1:15 pm. Twist à Bamako = Dancing the Twist in Bamako — set in the early 1960’s, in Mali’s capital, Samba... [Read More] |
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Show and go walk on the beach starting from Pinepoint. We meet in the Scarborough Municipal parking lot found at the corner of King Street and 5th Avenue. We will walk at a pace that is acceptable for everyone. Rain will cancel and we may stop at a local eatery afterwards. |
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Maine Huts & Trails operates four “Eco-Lodges” in northern Maine, and for the weekend of October 27-29, their Flagstaff Hut is all ours. The hut is located on the eastern shore of Flagstaff Lake, about a 2.5 hour drive from Portland. This will be our 10th year leading this trip and each year it is... [Read More]
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For those members who may live south of town HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the RUN OF THE MILL located at 100 MAIN STREET in SACO. Brick walls and wood beams make for a cozy bar. All bar drinks are offered along with good food (try the haddock) and free parking in their... [Read More] |
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Register at scarboroughmarsh.org to join others cleaning up the marsh. (For more about the event, see https://www.scarboroughmarsh.org/news ) We meet at 9:00 Saturday October 28 at the Scarborough Maine Audubon Center. If there is interest, I would love to have MOAC members and guests join me after at my house for chili. Email me at... [Read More]
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.Last day at camp before closing up for the winter. I’ll be there by 2:00, on the water at 3:00 for an easy paddle, light up the BBQ and campfire at 5:00 and for anyone interested, another light paddle or float on the water when the moon is up, around 7:00. My camp is in... [Read More]
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The perfect scenario!...'tucked far away, deep in the North Maine Woods .. Saturday night - at the Flagstaff Hut! Don't tell Peter or Tammy... absolute secrecy!! We're throwing a big Halloween Party complete with a "live" band! So get your goblin act together after dinner and brace for the worst! Think about it...miles from nowhere... [Read More] |
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Come to Center Conway, NH... 1 hour from Portland. "It's just a jump to the left" Tired of the getting the trick instead of the treat? "I would like, if I may, to take you on a strange journey." Don't like sitting by the door all night to hand out candy to strangers? "Let's do... [Read More] |
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1st 2 weeks of November get the hell outta Dodge! Prime up for family get togethers! 'Get right with the world! I've chartered a big sailboat for 2 weeks. (I tried one, but everbody wanted a different time.). Join us for part!? Not everyone gets their own private cabin. Late comers are steerage on deck. ... [Read More]
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Volunteer one day and get a four-day pass. Volunteer for two days and get a season pass. https://www.cartersxcski.com/
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Adventuring in New Zealand Pat Johnson Will Recount Escapades in Kiwiland New Zealand lives up to the hype. The land is more magical than its movie sets: Volcanoes smolder, fjords are pinch-yourself pretty and at beaches hot water pools bubble up from under the surf. Sublime forests, mountains, lakes, fjords and beaches have made New Zealand one... [Read More] |
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HOT DEAL now available! Get your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/737358538237?aff=oddtdtcreator BARGAIN at $12.00 for prepurchase through Eventbrite (member pays for eventbrite fee) Another MOAC Party not to be missed. December 9, 2023 from 5:30 to 11:00. Sale price available only through December 6. Price at the door is $15.00.
SNOWBOUND EXPO in Boston - Fri to Sun, Nov 3rd to 5th Complementary/Free Tickets with Code DDANCAUSE or use code "LASTCHANCE" This week, Snowbound Expo will be back in Boston at a new venue - The Boston Convention and Exhibition Center It’s bigger than last year, with 170+ brands and resorts, the mega indoor slope,... [Read More]
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MOAC Happy Hour this week will be at Rosie's Bar and Grill located at 330 Fore Street in Portland. Convenient parking right across the street in the Custom House Garage. Come and join the fun! |
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For 32 years, volunteers have gathered on the first Saturday of November to help ready the famous carriage roads for winter. Sponsored by Friends of Acadia, teams are assigned troublesome sections of carriage roads where erosion can cause damage over the winter. The task? Rake the leaves and debris off the shoulders and into the... [Read More]
SNOWBOUND EXPO in Boston - Fri to Sun, Nov 3rd to 5th Complementary/Free Tickets with Code DDANCAUSE or use code "LASTCHANCE" This week, Snowbound Expo will be back in Boston at a new venue - The Boston Convention and Exhibition Center It’s bigger than last year, with 170+ brands and resorts, the mega indoor slope,... [Read More] |


