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Tired of being a poor player who struts his way across the stage and is heard no more? Ever had lizard with bacon strips? Turtle soup? Embarrassed to be the only one who puked on a tour boat? Well! Join us! Flying into Quito $450 rt, then on to the Galapagos for another 200 bucks... [Read More]
Hadlock Forest, Falmouth *Update on 1/30: I walked some of our route this morning, and I think snowshoes are the way to go* What: About 4 mile hike or snowshoe (as of 1/28, it's not clear which we'll need) over hills, roots, and lots of boulders. We’ll go through an old quarry. This is a... [Read More]
I am planning on skiing tomorrow at Pleasant Mt. Looks to be partly sunny and warmer. I plan to be at the main lodge between 9 and 9:15 - the lifts open at 9:30 and based on todays report the Summit Triple lift is open. Text me if you are coming even last minute and... [Read More]
We will go x-c skiing somewhere between Acadia and Orono. We will decide Tuesday night. Be in touch Tuesday by 5:30 if you want to join us and plan car pooling. Marty, 207-801-1488 text message is best.
We plan to reserve group camping sites at several state parks for next summer, and though it may seem far away we need your help now to make these trips happen. First, we need folks on the phones the minute reservations open on Feb. 1. The early bird may get the worm, but the earliest... [Read More]
$25 Downhill Ski, 1400 vertical foot Black Mountain, Rumford. Cross Country Free; equipment rentals extra. If interested, we can meet in Shaws, Auburn parking lot about 8:30 AM or meet on the mountain approximately 10:00. Nice lodge for MOAC après ski. Contact me by 5:00 Wednesday, January 31; if no interest may cancel event. Text... [Read More]
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at RIRA'S PUB located at 72 Commercial Street in the Old Port. Long-term popular Old Port spot offering excellent food and a full bar. Parking at meters in the Old Port is free come 6:00PM.
Let's meet at exit 63 park and ride at 7:45 am to carpool to the whitecap trailhead by 9 am. We'll snowshoe up one side of the loop and down the other. The trail is about 5 miles and 1,800 feet of elevation gain with some steep spots. I think it'll be mostly broken out.... [Read More]
Nordic skiing in Bethel. Sounds like conditions are pretty good: https://woodsandtrails.org/trail-conditions-2-2/ I'll be skate skiing, but you're welcome to skate or classic as you prefer. Group will probably split between skaters and classic skiers. Possible carpool option.
For anyone that might be interested in learning a bit about maple sugaring, I will be tapping a few maples on Sunday February 4th at 11 AM. I will also be carrying out a brief winter inspection routine for my bee hives after tapping for those that might be interested in that as well. No... [Read More]
Tuesday is a Maine resident day with discounted lift tickets for Maine residents. As of today it looks to be sunny with temps in the 30s. All levels welcome! I am an intermediate (blue/green skier) and we can connect for breaks and lunch and possible après ski. Meet at South Ridge lodge at 9 (we... [Read More]
Talking Brook Public Lands, New Gloucester What: About 3 mile snowshoe or hike in BPL’s new public land. Talking Brook comprises the former Big Falls Preserve and private parcels long open to the public. We’ll see gorgeous waterfalls and several streams. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs, please. It’s not clear whether we’ll need snowshoes... [Read More]
Bob Crowley, a past winner of the reality television series Survivor and co-owner of Maine Forest Yurts, will give the featured presentation at the January general meeting.A stellar storyteller and lifelong adventurer, Bob is a retired Gorham high school physics teacher who has also been a forester, a lobsterman, a first mate on a research boat for the... [Read More]
Join me at 1 PM tomorrow Thurs. Feb 8, for @ 1 hour walk (1.25-1.75 miles depending on desire of group) through the Rock Ridge Trail in Cumberland. Lovely woods with vintage stone walls and streams along the way. Meet me at my home at the end of Rock Ridge Run #86. Street and driveway... [Read More]
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the CLUB AT RIVERSIDE (formerly the RIVERSIDE GRILL) located at 1158 Riverside Street in Portland. Easy to get to: Take I-95 north to the Riverside Street/Larrabee Road Exit. Very good food, inexpensive drinks, nice views, and free parking on site.
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, held every November in Banff, Canada, is the largest and most prestigious mountain festival in the world. The 2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hit the road hot on its heels and is coming soon to Portland. Featuring award-winning and audience-favorite films selected from over 400 submissions,... [Read More]
Let's go nordic skiing at Bethel Inland woods. https://woodsandtrails.org/trail-conditions-2-2/ meet at 11:00, ski until 1pm or so I will be skate skiing, you are free to skate or classic.
Since the weather is better for going to the beach than snowshoeing, let's just roll with it and walk 6 miles starting at the Milliken parking lot and walking past purates patio to the jetty and then back to the pier and even further if we wish. Meet at 1 pm for a falling tide... [Read More]
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, held every November in Banff, Canada, is the largest and most prestigious mountain festival in the world. The 2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hit the road hot on its heels and is coming soon to Portland. Featuring award-winning and audience-favorite films selected from over 400 submissions,... [Read More]
Superbowl Sunday ski for those who aren't prepping all day for the big game. Meet at the main lodge at 9:00 a.m. Let me know by Saturday p.m. if you plan to go. Can carpool from Portland/Falmouth/Gray. Tix are $35.
Hike at Blackstrap Hill Community Forest, Falmouth What: About 3 mile round-trip hike to the summit, elevation gain about 320’. The ground cover ranges from leaves, roots, and dirt to ice, mud, and slush. So bring spikes, gaiters, and a sense of humor. Bring a snack for a pause atop the summit to admire the... [Read More]
Suggested by one of our regulars, this Friday's HAPPY HOUR will be at the ORANGE BIKE BREWING COMPANY located at 31 Diamond Street (behind Bite Into Maine). Clean and cozy while offering several award winning craft brews. Parking on site and also all along Diamond Street (fast becoming Craft Beer Row).
I have a lesson booked for 9 am at Jackson Cross Country Ski Center, and I need to be there by 8:30 am this Saturday. I'm happy to carpool with any early birds, or you could meet me at 10 for a day of beginner cross country skiing after my lesson...Please email me for carpool... [Read More]
Due to wind speed and wind chill, this trip is canceled. Let's snowshoes table rock and bald plate mountains on the AT on Grafton Notch. Meet at 8:30 am at exit 63 park and ride in Grey for a carpool. Email me for details and to arrange a carpool. This will be a moderate to... [Read More]
You’re invited to join the Board for the monthly board meeting. This is a Monday meeting, but they are usually held the 3rd Wednesday of the month on Zoom. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83684200941?pwd=TmErK1ZlU01hYVBKaHQ4T3gvMlVwdz09
I know this group is not super full of mountain bikers, but I posted a trip in November, and someone joined, so I'll try again. Mountain bike the trails at Bradbury state park. Studded tires highly recommended, will be a few inches of new snow on top of ice. Conditions are pretty good according to... [Read More]
We had a good size group for this a few weeks ago. Let's try to do this again! Nordic ski at Roberts Farm Norway. I will be skate skiing, you're welcome to skate or classic. I was there a few days ago, the snow is good. A few thin spots, but overall quite good. I'm... [Read More]
If carpooling, meet in parking lot of Auburn, Shaw's between 8:00 to 8:10, or meet at mountain at 9:30. "Show and Go" but if you want firm carpooling arrangement, text me at 207-299-3749. There will be limited free equipment rental of skis and snowshoes, details here: Free skiing and more with L.L.Bean at Black Mountain... [Read More]
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at RIVALRIES SPORTS PUB located at 2 HAT TRICK DRIVE in Falmouth (behind the Walmart just off Route 1). Reasonable food and drink prices. Free parking in their own lot.
All U can eat Spaghetti Din Where: Cape Eliz Lions Clubhouse 1 Wheeler Rd. CE When: Saturday Feb 24 5-7:30 Still 12 Bucks. Candles Music Aroma an Ambiance
Come join us atop Pisgah Hill in New Gloucester to howl at the beautiful full Snow Moon as it rises majestically over nearby Bradbury Mountain! The 12th installment of Royal River Conservation Trust's extremely popular annual hike, this year promises crisp, clear skies for a fantastic experience. This is an accessible, low intensity 1.6 mile... [Read More]
Bethel Inn Maine X ski, snow shoe, and fat bike: Looks like we can get another weekend of winter. Bethel Inn has nice trails and is connected to the Gould Academy trails. I plan to x ski (classic) in the morning and try fat bike after lunch. Should be a fun day ... let me... [Read More]
Something came up, and I won't be able to make this one. Got last minute RSVPs from two. Hope you have a great hike! Hike Pleasant Mountain via the Firewarden's trail. Possibly continue to Bald mountain. Hike will be 6-9 miles. Microspikes required, hiking poles might be a good idea. Meet off of Wilton Warren... [Read More]
Conditions at Sunday River have been great--according to skiers who have skied there in the last week. The grooming and snowmaking are top notch. Meet at the Gray Park & Ride at 8:OOAM or meet in the Mahoosuc Room at the South Ridge Lodge 9:15-9:30. No need to pre-register. A text or phone call up... [Read More]
The Ballard Street band is going to practice. Come on and join us and listen!! 9 Ballard Street, South Portland
Great opportunity this winter to see the aurora borealis! The Van Allen belt is the most active it's been in 20 years. Abisko, Sweden; Yellowknife, NWT,Canada ; and Churchill, Manitoba, Canada are possibilities, with odds of about 90% of seeing the lights IF the night is clear (something the ads didn't always mention). I plan... [Read More]
HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at RISING TIDE MICRO-BREWERY located at 103 Fox Street. Beer, wine, and hot bites. Free parking in their own lot plus all along Fox street.
