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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T173000
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SUMMARY:Marketing & Development Committee
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this first meeting to get involved as an Ambassador for MOAC\, as we enter our 36th year!  Yes\, really.  Melanie Lawlor is our chair.  We’ll meet in a conference room at 5:30 before the general meeting at 7:00.  Social time starts at 6:30.
URL:https://moac.org/event/marketing-development-committee/
ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Lawlor":MAILTO:melaniesochanphoto@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250318T021751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T184950Z
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SUMMARY:Carey Kish and the Triple Crown of Hiking
DESCRIPTION:7\,400 Miles on Foot: Tackling the Triple Crown of Hiking\nExperience the highs and lows of long-distance hiking with longtime MOACer Carey “Beerman” Kish\, whose words\, images and footsteps will take us over the Appalachian Trail\, Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide Trail. His journeys on this trifecta of big trails—in 2015\, 2019 and 2024 respectively—earned him the “Triple Crown” of American hiking. \nCome at 6:30 to socialize and help set up. The meeting starts with trip reports and announcements\, followed by Carey’s talk. \n_________________ \nLocation: the Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church\, 524 Allen Avenue\, Portland (near Northgate Shopping Plaza). Here’s a Google Map link.
URL:https://moac.org/event/carey-kish-and-the-triple-crown-of-hiking/
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ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T220000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250401T013554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T013554Z
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SUMMARY:36th Year Get Together at the Great Lost Bear
DESCRIPTION:Meet up at the Great Lost Bear for a traditional gathering after the general meeting.  The Bear is located at 540 Forest Avenue in Portland.  Park at the service station on the north side or on the street.  New members are especially welcome!  Come get a glimpse of all the good friends and great times we’ve had over the last three decades!\nJust show up.  I’ve warned the bartenders and servers!
URL:https://moac.org/event/36th-year-get-together-at-the-great-lost-bear/
ORGANIZER;CN="Eileen Whynot":MAILTO:ewhynote@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T165655Z
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SUMMARY:Presumpscot River Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join me for a walk along the Presumpscot River.  Meet at the trailhead at the end of Overset Street in Portland at 1PM.  Hopefully the trail will have a chance to dry out a bit but be prepared for muddy conditions.  Distance is around 4 1/2 miles.
URL:https://moac.org/event/presumpscot-river-preserve-3/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Farrand":MAILTO:Bonniefarrand@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250403T005737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T005737Z
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SUMMARY:HAPPY HOUR
DESCRIPTION:HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE CLUB AT RIVERSIDE next to and part of the Riverside Golf Course in Portland. Inexpensive drinks\, good food\, and free on site parking. Very well received on our last outing here.
URL:https://moac.org/event/happy-hour-154/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Geis":MAILTO:tomjgeis@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250301T171234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T184011Z
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SUMMARY:Sail Bora Bora\, French Polynesian!
DESCRIPTION:After much input about Tahiti\, here’s the trip:  Fly to Papeete\, Tahiti\, maybe stay a day.  Then puddle jumper to Raiatea\, a nearby island where charters start.  The boat is a 43′ sailboat.  I’ll be there early to buy provisions. Sail to several islands including Bora Bora and in many lagoons\, anchoring for spectacular snorkeling.  Several people including myself will tack on a week or two either side of these dates.  I’m shooting for 5 crew -maybe you! –  Cost will be $600 your share of the boat for a week plus food and airfare.  Air looks like around $1\,200 from Boston depending on your itinerary.  I plan to stop in LA for a day.  Round trips from there to Tahiti are about $780.  I’ll need $500 commitment within a week or so to hold the boat!  Now\, don’t be a wimp or say ……  You’re running out of time!  Text/call me for more details as they become available!  Dan@ four78 six835 and ask for lefty!
URL:https://moac.org/event/sail-bora-bora-french-polynesian/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dan Kidd":MAILTO:pocketcrimper@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250404T190404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250405T022955Z
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SUMMARY:MOAC Board Meeting - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:We’ll repost for a later date. \nMonthly Board Meeting via Zoom. \nMOAC Event is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: MOAC Board Meeting\nTime: Apr 7\, 2025 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
URL:https://moac.org/event/moac-board-meeting-21/
ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T150000
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CREATED:20250409T201645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T202027Z
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SUMMARY:Libby River Preserve Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join me for a 1.75 mile walk at this Scarborough Land Trust site right next to Camp Ketcha. The area includes an observation deck overlooking the Libby River\, part of Scarborough Marsh\, and a wooded area with many skunk cabbage blooms (if you haven’t seen one\, they’re very unique). Bring your binoculars if you’re a birder. There are some muddy patches\, so boots are recommended and there are also multiple sections of a thin boardwalk over wet areas. If anyone is interested\, we can add some more mileage with a walk at Ferry Beach\, or along the Eastern Trail. Parking is limited at the Preserve\, so let’s meet at Black Point Community Park (160 Black Point Rd) at 1:00pm and carpool if needed. Show and go at the Community Park.
URL:https://moac.org/event/libby-river-preserve-walk/
CATEGORIES:Walking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Hitzrot":MAILTO:ahitzrot@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250407T194628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T194628Z
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SUMMARY:HAPPY HOUR
DESCRIPTION:HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THREE DOLLAR DEWEYS located at 241 Commercial Street in the Old Port. The food is good\, there’s a $3.oo draft pint for Happy Hour\, and the popcorn is free. Free parking can be had on Commercial up be Becky’s and also at the meters come 6:00PM.
URL:https://moac.org/event/happy-hour-155/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Geis":MAILTO:tomjgeis@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250411T160703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T160903Z
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SUMMARY:Bald and Speckled Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Bald and Speckled Mountain is located in Woodstock.  Both peaks have great views.  Distance is 4.6 miles with an elevation gain of 1\,375 feet.  Expect spring conditions of mud\, water\, and snow.  Microspikes are mandatory.  Bring lunch\, water\, layers\, etc.  This is not a show and go.  Please contact me (207) 838-0437 and we will determine a meeting place to carpool\, most likely the Gary Park N Ride on Route 26A.
URL:https://moac.org/event/bald-and-speckled-mountain/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Farrand":MAILTO:Bonniefarrand@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250416T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T204625Z
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SUMMARY:Bug Light to Willard Beach
DESCRIPTION:Let’s take advantage of the weather and walk from Bug Light to Willard Beach and back\, approximately 3.5 miles. Newcomers welcome! Meet at Bug Light in South Portland at 10:00am.
URL:https://moac.org/event/big-light-to-willard-beach/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Hitzrot":MAILTO:ahitzrot@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250306T162231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T182601Z
UID:10003941-1744963200-1744995600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Wolfe’s Neck Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Wolfe’s Neck Farm in Freeport and MOAC have a long history. We have done trail maintanence for them\, we have held Winterfest there\, and we had our 20th anniversary celebration there as well. \nThey are holding a volunteer work day on Friday\, April 18. One can either sign up for morning or afternoon times\, or all day. Lunch is provided. This is the first time since before the pandemic that they have offered this opportunity. Tasks will involve cleaning up the campground and other spring-time chores. \nThis is not a “MOAC event” per se. This is just a way to get word out to people that might be interested. If interested\, please register by clicking HERE. Don’t forget to check the YES box at the bottom of the form for this Earth Day opportunity.
URL:https://moac.org/event/wolfes-neck-volunteer-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Mullen":MAILTO:pcm25me@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250407T195237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T195237Z
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SUMMARY:HAPPY HOUR
DESCRIPTION:HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at THE STOCKHOUSE located at 506 Main Street in Westbrook. It’s a comfortable and consistent spot offering Happy Hour drink prices\, good food\, and free parking in their lot.
URL:https://moac.org/event/happy-hour-156/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Geis":MAILTO:tomjgeis@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250401T015332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T140052Z
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SUMMARY:7 Volunteers Needed Earth Day Trail Work in Windham
DESCRIPTION:MOAC volunteers will work with Toby Jacobs of the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust on the 105-acre Black Brook Preserve in Windham.  The Black Brook Preserve trail network has rolling hills\, mature trees\, and brooks along with a variety of wildlife and plant life. The trails are great location for bird watching.  Wear and bring clothing for the weather; work gloves would be a good idea. We will be carrying materials to build bog bridges and clipping and clearing trails from fallen twigs\, etc.  We’ll go out afterwards for those who are interested either Red City Ale or Smoked BBQ\, both near the trails .  Call Eileen Whynot to help give back to the trails on Earth Day weekend.  207-749-0211\nClick for Directions to Trailhead\n\n\nThe Presumpscot Regional Land Trust has 20 public access preserves and 3\,000 acres of conserved lands with miles of public access trails and water access. We also coordinate the Sebago to the Sea Trail a 28-mile trail from Standish to Portland.  Zoom in and click on the preserves in the map below to learn more about our trails (full-screen version available here).
URL:https://moac.org/event/earth-day-trail-work-in-windham/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eileen Whynot":MAILTO:ewhynote@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250422T204737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T205648Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer at Rachel Carson Reserve – Native shrub potting for wildlife habitat
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer opportunities with Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge during the week of Earth Day.  This activity involves planting native shrub bare root seedlings into pots which will be later used for wildlife habitats. \nDates/Time and Location: \n\nLocation:  Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge Greenhouse\, 429 Post Road (Rt 1)\, Wells  (enter via small drive located just down Route 1 from Saltwater Farm)\nDavid D\n\nWhat:                         Potting native shrub bare root seedlings\nWhere:                       429 Post Road in Wells – the Rachel Carson WildLife Refuge Greenhouse\n                                          (enter via small drive located just down Route 1 from Saltwater Farm)\nWhen:                        Thursday April 24th\, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM  (or any portion of this day which is day 2 of this 2 day event)\nPLEASE RSVP:       Confirm attendance for day or portion of day to Elena at: elena_chagnovich@fws.gov\nDavid D. (MOAC organizer) will be at Congdon’s Donuts (https://congdons.com/) at 8:30am\, then proceeding to Rachel Carson Greenhouse\nRachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is holding its annual shrub potting volunteer event a day or two after Earth Day 2025.  RCNWR will be receiving a large order of bareroot native shrub seedlings and will get to work potting nearly 1500 shrubs. This is great opportunity to get your hands dirty\, learn about growing container stock\, and check out our greenhouse in Wells! We have selected specific native shrubs with habitat goals in mind. Many of these shrubs will be outplanted for early successional/young forest habitat restoration projects. \nBring water.  Garden gloves are recommended but can be provided if need be.\n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/volunteer-at-rachel-carson-reserve-native-shrub-potting-for-wildlife-habitat/
LOCATION:Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge Greenhouse\, 429 Post Road\, Wells\, 04054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Dancause":MAILTO:dave.dancause@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250423T233820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T233820Z
UID:10003980-1745602200-1745611200@moac.org
SUMMARY:HAPPY HOUR
DESCRIPTION:HAPPY HOUR this Friday will be at the RUN OF THE MILL restaurant located at 100 Main Street in Saco. Full bar\, very good food\, good service\, and free parking. Quick and easy to get to: take I95 south to the Saco exit; proceed onto the spur which will take you to Route 1; turn right on Route 1. We’ll either be at one of their hightop tables in the bar or\, if we get a larger group\, they have been seating us in a private room.
URL:https://moac.org/event/happy-hour-157/
CATEGORIES:Happy Hour/Dancing
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Geis":MAILTO:tomjgeis@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250313T161751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T161751Z
UID:10003952-1745654400-1745686800@moac.org
SUMMARY:Friends Of Acadia - Earth Day Roadside Cleanup Registration
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Saturday\, April 26 for the 24th annual island-wide Earth Day Roadside Cleanup. Local community members and visitors from around the state will gather to pick up a “winter’s worth of trash” from the roadsides of Mount Desert Island and Trenton. \nPlease click here for more information or contact Stewardship Manager Nikki Burtis at nikki@friendsofacadia.org or 207-288-3934.
URL:https://moac.org/event/friends-of-acadia-earth-day-roadside-cleanup-registration/
CATEGORIES:Other/General
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ORGANIZER;CN="MOAC":MAILTO:info@moac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250317T175159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T133522Z
UID:10003957-1745658000-1745679600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Postponed - MOAC Earth Day Trail Maintenance Day
DESCRIPTION:Postponed due to forecast for significant rain!   Stayed tuned to this channel for an updated date! \nJoin the MOAC trail crew for the first worktrip of the season on our adopted trails on Pleasant Mountain – the Bald Peak Trail and the Sue’s Way Trail.  We volunteer to maintain these trails in conjunction with the Loon Echo Land Trust\, who are the stewards of all the trails on Pleasant Mountain.  In the spring we have two main goals:  clearing any limbs\, branches\, and blowdowns that have fallen on the trails over the winter. And we will clear debris from all the water bars to be sure they are draining water off the trail properly.  We will also be clipping back brush\, raking leaves\, and picking up litter.  There’s no experience necessary – trail work is not complicated. But I will tell you the trail is not flat – it’s actually a bit steep. But don’t worry – we tend to work pretty slow.   If you want to join us\, please wear sturdy footwear and work clothes\, bring work gloves\, insect repellant\, lunch\, plenty of water\, and a day pack to carry it all.  If you have any questions\, you can always email me\, send me a text\, or hey\, maybe even a phone call!  🙂  So join us for the morning\, join us for the afternoon\, or volunteer all day.  We meet at 9am at the Bald Peak trailhead parking lot\, which is on Mountain Road about a mile past the ski area.  We usually end the day around 3pm-ish.  See ya then !   Dana-h the Maintain-ah \nEmail:  trails@moac.org
URL:https://moac.org/event/moac-earth-day-trail-maintenance-day/
LOCATION:Bald Peak Trail on Pleasant Mountain\, Mountain Road\, Bridgton\, M\, 04015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dana Thurston":MAILTO:danathurston1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T223426
CREATED:20250427T174128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T174128Z
UID:10003981-1745827200-1745859600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike Gunstock\, Belknap and Piper Mtn. Loop hike.  ( 3 mountains in one hike!). About 5 miles with about 1850’ elevation gain.  Leaving Portland 8:00 am. Contact me for carpool.  Text:  207-228-5518
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
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