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SUMMARY:*Canceled* Snowshoe in Rines Forest\, Cumberland
DESCRIPTION:Snowshoe in Rines Forest\, Cumberland \n*Monday 2 pm: I walked our route today and conditions are not suitable.* \nWhat: 2.5-3 miles through the forest\, some hills\, but none too strenuous. Hunting is allowed here\, so wear your orange. Maine allows year-round hunting of coyote\, woodchuck\, porcupine\, and red squirrel. So we might encounter hunters\, year-round. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Wednesday\, February 12\, 9 am-11 am \nWhere: Rines Forest parking lot\, Range Rd.\, Cumberland. The lot is directly across Range Rd. from Idlewood Dr. The parking lot is new as of 2022 and has about 8 spaces. There are also several pull-out spaces at the older trailhead on Range Rd. several hundred feet to the east of the lot. \nWho: 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 takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.
URL:https://moac.org/event/snowshoe-in-rines-forest-cumberland/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20250205T165708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T165708Z
UID:10003905-1738922400-1738929600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Snowshoe in North Falmouth Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Snowshoe in North Falmouth Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: About 3 miles of roots and rocks in a remote-feeling forest. There are some long gradual hills. The town of Falmouth is usually good about plowing streets and parking lots\, so Thursday’s snow shouldn’t prevent the outing. Hunting is allowed here so wear your orange. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Friday\, February 7\, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. \nWhere: The Forest’s parking lot at 556 Blackstrap Rd.\, Falmouth. Look for the new brown and white sign of a hiker at the entrance. It is directly across Blackstrap Rd. from the Happy Cats boarding facility. \nWho: 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 takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.
URL:https://moac.org/event/snowshoe-in-north-falmouth-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20250105T204649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T204649Z
UID:10003820-1736326800-1736339400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike in Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: About 5.5-6 miles of assertive hills\, a hidden waterfall\, and the niftiest boulder crossings around. I would call this a demanding route\, with a trail I haven’t included on a MOAC hike before. Blackstrap is often colder and windier than weather reports suggest\, so bundle up in layers. We won’t need Exospikes. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 8\, 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. \nWhere: 106 Hurricane Rd.\, Falmouth. Hurricane Rd. runs between Blackstrap Rd. and Gray Rd. From Gray Rd\, the parking lot is about a mile down Hurricane Rd. on the left\, just after you cross the Turnpike. The gravel lot has plenty of parking. \nWho: 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 takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-blackstrap-community-forest-falmouth-3/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241218T171302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T171302Z
UID:10003806-1734685200-1734694200@moac.org
SUMMARY:Walk in Lowell Preserve\, North Falmouth Forest\, and East Windham Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Walk in Lowell Preserve\, North Falmouth Forest\, and East Windham Conservation Area \nWhat: Three properties\, one outing! We’ll start and end in Lowell\, with a side trip to North Falmouth Community Forest\, and a short stretch in East Windham Conservation Area. A loop of about 4 miles. Most of the Lowell trails have been swept of leaves and offer very civilized footing. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Friday\, December 20\, 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. \nWhere: East Windham Fire Station\, 49 Falmouth Rd\, Windham. Park near the playground and you’ll see the kiosk for the trail. \nWho: 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 takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.
URL:https://moac.org/event/walk-in-lowell-preserve-north-falmouth-forest-and-east-windham-conservation-area/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241211T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T195404Z
UID:10003800-1734080400-1734089400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike in Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth  \nWhat: Let’s try this again. About 4 mile loop\, up and then down the summit. I expect the ground will be choppy\, frozen mud punctuated by patches of ice and snow. Lots of good hills. Bring Exospikes\, steel tips for your poles\, and a sense of humor. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Friday\, December 13\, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. \nWhere: 106 Hurricane Rd.\, Falmouth. Hurricane Rd. runs between Blackstrap Rd. and Gray Rd. From Gray Rd\, the trailhead parking lot is about a mile down Hurricane Rd. on the left\, just after you cross the Turnpike. The gravel lot has plenty of parking. \nWho: 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 takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-blackstrap-community-forest-falmouth-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241207T202648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T020230Z
UID:10003796-1733734800-1733743800@moac.org
SUMMARY:*Canceled* Hike in Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike in Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth  \n*Canceled as of 9 pm 12/8/24. The footing is too unpredictable* \nWhat: About 4 mile loop\, up and then down the summit. Lots of good hills. Bring Exospikes and steel tips for your poles if you use them. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Monday\, December 9\, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. \nWhere: 106 Hurricane Rd.\, Falmouth. Hurricane Rd. runs between Blackstrap Rd. and Gray Rd. From Gray Rd\, the trailhead parking lot is about a mile down Hurricane Rd. on the left\, just after you cross the Turnpike. The gravel lot has plenty of parking. \nWho: 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 takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913. \n 
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-blackstrap-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241122T185548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T114706Z
UID:10003789-1732525200-1732534200@moac.org
SUMMARY:*Canceled* Walk in Woods Rd. Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Walk in Woods Rd. Community Forest\, Falmouth  \n*CANCELED* as of 6:45 a.m. 11/25 \nWhat: About 4 miles round trip\, out and back\, through Falmouth’s oldest forest. Terrain is rooty and rocky but not too strenuous. Hunting is allowed here\, so wear your blaze orange. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Monday\, November 25\, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. \nWhere: Park at my house (spaces limited\, no street parking) and walk to the super-secret trailhead. When you sign up I’ll email the address and directions. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please include email and text number when you sign up. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 7 am the day of if there are no takers. (llwilliams@maine.rr.com); (207) 239-2913.
URL:https://moac.org/event/walk-in-woods-rd-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241117T210442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T210442Z
UID:10003783-1732006800-1732019400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in Hadlock Community Forest and Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike in Hadlock Community Forest and Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: Let’s do this again! About 6 miles round trip\, out and back. Lots of roots and rocks\, some moderate hills. We’ll start in Hadlock\, walk atop the disused Portland-Lewiston Interurban rail line\, cross under I-95 in the cattle tunnel\, and reach the snowmobile pavilion in Blackstrap Forest. Bring a snack for a rest break at the pavilion. These are popular hunting forests\, so wear your blaze orange. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Tuesday\, November 19\, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. \nWhere: 152 Winn Rd.\, Falmouth\, near the intersection with Field Rd. There are several pull-outs on both sides of Winn Rd. at the yellow pedestrian trail crossing signs. This is not the main parking lot for Hadlock. \nWho: 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.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-hadlock-community-forest-and-blackstrap-community-forest-falmouth-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241111T195530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T195530Z
UID:10003774-1731488400-1731501000@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in Hadlock Community Forest and Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike in Hadlock Community Forest and Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: About 6 miles round trip\, out and back. Lots of roots and rocks\, some moderate hills. We’ll start in Hadlock\, walk atop the disused Portland-Lewiston Interurban rail line\, cross under I-95 in the cattle tunnel\, and reach the snowmobile pavilion in Blackstrap Forest. Bring a snack for a rest break at the pavilion. These are popular hunting forests\, so wear your blaze orange. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Wednesday\, November 13\, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. \nWhere: 152 Winn Rd.\, Falmouth\, near the intersection with Field Rd. There are several pull-outs on both sides of Winn Rd. at the yellow pedestrian trail crossing signs. This is not the main parking lot for Hadlock. \nWho: 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.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-hadlock-community-forest-and-blackstrap-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241016T172455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T191021Z
UID:10003758-1729243800-1729252800@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in East Windham Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Hike in East Windham Conservation Area \nWhat: About 4.5 miles round trip\, out and back. We’ll go through Lowell Preserve and reach North Falmouth Community Forest. The surface is wide gravel roads\, then rooty woods trails. Some moderate hills. We’ll go along Little Duck Pond. If the weather is clear\, we should be able to see Mt. Washington. Bring a snack for a rest break. Hunting is allowed so wear your blaze orange. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Friday\, October 18\, 9:30 am -12:00 \nWhere: 187 Falmouth Rd.\, Windham. Look for the large blue signs at the road. If you’re coming from Falmouth\, it’s immediately before the utility corridor. Drive straight back to the large parking lot. \nWho: 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.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-east-windham-conservation-area/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20241009T163436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T163436Z
UID:10003751-1728639000-1728649800@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: 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. \nWhen: Friday\, October 11\, 9:30 am -12:30 pm \nWhere: The Forest’s parking lot at 556 Blackstrap Rd.\, Falmouth. It is directly across Blackstrap Rd. from the Happy Cats boarding facility. \nWho: 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.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-at-north-falmouth-community-forest-falmouth-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240824T200122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T200603Z
UID:10003707-1724664600-1724673600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike at Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike at Blackstrap Community Forest\, Falmouth  \nWhat: 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. \nWhen: Monday\, August 26\, 9:30 am -12:00 pm \nWhere: 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. \nWho: 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.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-at-blackstrap-community-forest-falmouth/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240531T195612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T130120Z
UID:10003217-1717410600-1717417800@moac.org
SUMMARY:Bike and picnic\, Papermill Trail and Androscoggin River Trail\, Lisbon
DESCRIPTION:Bike and picnic\, Papermill Trail and Androscoggin River Trail\, Lisbon  \nWhat: About 7 miles round trip along the Androscoggin and Sabattus rivers. The trails are wide and paved\, generally flat with some rolling hills. We’ll see ruins of a mill and stunning river views. A relaxed ride followed by optional picnic (BYO) riverside. \nWhen: Monday\, June 3\, 10:30 am -12:30 pm \nWhere: Meet in the municipal parking lot on Capital Ave.\, Lisbon. This is NOT Miller Park\, where the two rivers meet at the boat launch. From Rt 196/Lisbon St.\, turn onto Capital Avenue (McDonald’s and Walgreen’s are at the intersection). Turn right at Lisbon Fuel to remain on Capital Avenue. After the road curves to the left\, turn right onto the unnamed road. Go slightly downhill into the parking lot. On Google maps\, it’s labeled “Lisbon Rail Trail Parking.” On the ground\, I didn’t see any signs. The nearest business is Enterprise Electric\, 46 Capital Ave. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.
URL:https://moac.org/event/bike-and-picnic-papermill-trail-and-androscoggin-river-trail-lisbon/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240520T202018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T160209Z
UID:10003207-1716543000-1716553800@moac.org
SUMMARY:*Postponed* Bike the Eastern Trail\, Scarborough to Saco
DESCRIPTION:Bike the Eastern Trail\, Scarborough to Saco  \n*Postponed as of 5/21/24: The Trail Manager of the Eastern Trail kindly told me that the section through the Marsh is scheduled for improvements next week. I rode that section last week and it’s pretty rough. Our tires and saddles will benefit if we reschedule for after the improvements.* \nWhat: 13.6 miles round trip through beautiful Scarborough Marsh and along wide wooded paths. The trail is all off-road\, almost entirely flat. The surface is mostly sand\, gravel\, or packed dirt with a few short paved sections. Feel free to contact me for more specifics. Padded bike shorts and wide tires recommended\, not road tires. Our pace will be leisurely. Bring a snack for a rest break. There are no portapotties along the route\, but wooded privacy can be found. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Friday\, May 24\, 9:30 am -12:30 \nWhere: Meet in the parking lot on Eastern Road\, Scarborough. From Route 1 in Scarborough\, turn south onto Black Point Rd./Route 207 (on the other side of Route 1 it’s called Gorham Rd./Route 114). In 0.3 miles turn right onto Eastern Road\, then in 0.3 miles you’ll reach the large parking area. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.
URL:https://moac.org/event/bike-the-eastern-trail-scarborough-to-saco/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240518T133336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T133436Z
UID:10003200-1716197400-1716206400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike the new East Windham Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Hike the new East Windham Conservation Area\n \nWhat: 3.1 miles through this preserve that opened earlier this month. The surface is wide gravel roads\, then rooty woods trails. Some moderate hills. We’ll go along Little Duck Pond and see boulders. If the weather is clear\, we should be able to see Mt. Washington. The blackflies are out in force\, so be prepared. Bring a snack for a rest break. Hunting is allowed. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Monday\, May 20\, 9:30 am -12:00 \nWhere: 187 Falmouth Rd.\, Windham. Look for the large signs at the road. If you’re coming from Falmouth\, it’s immediately before the utility corridor. Drive straight back to the large parking lot (the road on the right is just for construction traffic). \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-the-new-east-windham-conservation-area-windham/
CATEGORIES:Hiking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240511T190246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T190246Z
UID:10003190-1715592600-1715601600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike at North Falmouth Community Forest\, Falmouth  \nWhat: About 3.5 miles of rocks\, roots\, and bridges. One of my favorite hikes in Falmouth. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Monday\, May 13\, 9:30 am -noon \nWhere: North Falmouth Community Forest\, 556 Blackstrap Rd.\, Falmouth. This is the address of the parking lot\, which is directly across Blackstrap Rd. from the Happy Cats boarding facility. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I will cancel on the MOAC website by 8 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-at-north-falmouth-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T153000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240330T193457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T193457Z
UID:10001330-1711976400-1711985400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike at Bradbury Mountain\, Pownal
DESCRIPTION:Hike at Bradbury Mountain State Park\, Pownal \nWhat: About 3 miles out and back: South Ridge Trail to Boundary Trail to the Bradbury-Pineland Corridor. This is a challenging route: lots of roots\, scrambling over boulders\, and numerous steep sections. I find poles very helpful. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Monday\, April 1\, 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nWhere: Bradbury Mountain State Park\, 528 Route 9/Hallowell Rd\, Pownal. Enter the west side of the park. Pay the fee at the ranger booth\, then immediately turn left to reach the parking lot for group camping. This is not the main parking lot. See the link below for the different entrance fees. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me. I’ll cancel by 9 am the day of if there are no sign-ups.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-at-bradbury-mountain-pownal/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240213T194740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T194914Z
UID:10001294-1707987600-1707996600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike at Blackstrap Hill Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hike at Blackstrap Hill Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: 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 view. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Thursday\, February 15\, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. \nWhere: 106 Hurricane Rd.\, Falmouth. Hurricane Rd. runs between Blackstrap Rd. and Gray Rd. From Gray Rd\, the trailhead parking lot is about a mile down Hurricane Rd. on the left\, just after you cross the Turnpike. The gravel lot has plenty of parking. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-at-blackstrap-hill-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240204T205505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240204T205505Z
UID:10001280-1707298200-1707307200@moac.org
SUMMARY:Snowshoe/hike at Talking Brook Public Lands\, New Gloucester
DESCRIPTION:Talking Brook Public Lands\, New Gloucester \nWhat: 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 or spikes\, so bring both. \nWhen: Wednesday\, February 7\, 9:30 a.m.- noon \nWhere: 402 Woodman Rd.\, New Gloucester. From Rt. 231\, turn on to Woodman Rd. at the railroad tracks. In 1.9 miles you’ll reach the signed parking lot on the right shoulder. Woodman Rd. continues beyond the lot\, but please observe the “no parking” signs posted by neighbors. Note: Woodman Rd. is unpaved and rutted\, be prepared to drive slowly. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/snowshoe-hike-at-talking-brook-public-lands-new-gloucester/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240128T213212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T172630Z
UID:10001267-1706691600-1706702400@moac.org
SUMMARY:*Update* Hike or snowshoe in Hadlock Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Hadlock Forest\, Falmouth \n*Update on 1/30: I walked some of our route this morning\, and I think snowshoes are the way to go* \nWhat: 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 working forest with a great variety of tree species and terrain. Bring studs or spikes. Hunting is allowed here. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 31\, 9 am -12 pm \nWhere: Rines Forest parking lot\, Range Rd\, Cumberland. The lot is directly across Range Rd. from Idlewood Dr. The parking lot is new as of 2022 and has about 8 spaces. We’ll take the connector from Rines into Hadlock. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-or-snowshoe-in-hadlock-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240120T185951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T185951Z
UID:10001260-1705914000-1705921200@moac.org
SUMMARY:Walk in Rines Forest\, Cumberland
DESCRIPTION:Rines Forest\, Cumberland \nWhat: About 3 miles of forested walking\, some hills but not too strenuous. We’ll see a waterfall\, an interesting bridge\, and a new trail extension. Bring studs or spikes. \nWhen: Monday\, January 22\, 9 am-11 am \nWhere: Rines Forest parking lot\, Range Rd.\, Cumberland. The lot is directly across Range Rd. from Idlewood Dr. The parking lot is new as of 2022 and has about 8 spaces. There are also several pull-out spaces at the older trailhead on Range Rd. several hundred feet to the east of the lot. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/walk-in-rines-forest-cumberland/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240113T212310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240113T213543Z
UID:10001253-1705654800-1705665600@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in Knight’s Pond Preserve\, Cumberland
DESCRIPTION:Knight’s Pond Preserve\, Cumberland  \nWhat: Probably 3 miles with noticeable elevation gain. We’ll take in the FAA tower (mysterious) and the dilapidated Boy Scout cabins (setting for a horror film). I expect we’ll need Exospikes. Bring a snack for a rest break (sitting on a log or standing: no amenities here). Hunting is allowed. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Friday\, January 19\, 9 am-12 pm \nWhere: 477 Greely Rd. Extension\, Cumberland. From Route 9 in Cumberland\, turn on to Greely Rd. Extension. In about 1.2 miles\, on the right you’ll see the unpaved parking lot for Knight’s Pond Preserve. There are probably 20 spaces. We’ll meet there. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-knights-pond-preserve-cumberland/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240113T210707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T123108Z
UID:10001252-1705482000-1705489200@moac.org
SUMMARY:*Update* Walk in Trails at Falmouth Corners\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Trails at Falmouth Corners\, Falmouth \n*Update 7 a.m.\, 1/16/24. 3″-5″ snow expected 1/16. Bring snowshoes on the walk in addition to Exospikes so we’re ready for unknown ground conditions* \nWhat: A pleasant tromp in the woods\, nothing too taxing: rock walls\, several stream crossings\, interesting boulders\, a recent trail extension. Maybe 2.5 miles. I expect the ground will be mostly frozen mud\, so bring Exospikes. Hunting is allowed. No dogs\, please. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 17\, 9 am-11 am \nWhere: 5 Applewood Ln.\, Falmouth. From Falmouth Rd.\, turn on to Ridgewood Dr.\, entering the Ridgewood Estates development. In about a quarter mile\, turn left on to Applewood Ln. and immediately turn right into the parking lot. This is the parking lot for the development’s clubhouse\, and you’ll see a Falmouth Land Trust kiosk there. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/walk-in-trails-at-falmouth-corners-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20240104T023138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T023138Z
UID:10001245-1704531600-1704542400@moac.org
SUMMARY:Hike in Blackstrap Hill Community Forest\, Falmouth
DESCRIPTION:Blackstrap Hill Community Forest\, Falmouth \nWhat: 4 miles of hills\, roots\, and rocks. We’ll follow the river and aim to reach the cattle tunnel under the Turnpike and connect to Hadlock Forest. The tunnel is half creepy\, half fun. The river is all gorgeous. Bring a snack for a pause at the snowmobile pavilion. Hunting is allowed here. Please\, no dogs. \nWhen: Saturday\, January 6\, 9:00-12 pm. \nWhere: 106 Hurricane Rd.\, Falmouth. Hurricane Rd. runs between Blackstrap Rd. and Gray Rd. From Gray Rd\, the trailhead parking lot is about a mile down Hurricane Rd. on the left\, just after you cross the Turnpike. The gravel lot has plenty of parking. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/hike-in-blackstrap-hill-community-forest-falmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240102T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20231229T142921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T142921Z
UID:10001233-1704187800-1704196800@moac.org
SUMMARY:Walk/hike in Sam Ristich Trails\, North Yarmouth
DESCRIPTION:Sam Ristich Trails\, North Yarmouth  \nWhat: 3.5 mile walk/hike in Sam Ristich Trails\, North Yarmouth. Highlights include old granite quarries\, a long stretch atop a disused railroad bed\, and a fantastic gully I call “graveyard of the pines.” I don’t think hunting is allowed here. Please\, no dogs. \nWhen: Tuesday\, January 2\, 9:30-12 pm. \nWhere: The ball field on Parsonage Rd.\, North Yarmouth. Parsonage Rd. runs between Rt. 9 Memorial Highway and Rt. 115 and is near the North Yarmouth Community Center and Town Hall. From Rt 9\, turn on to Parsonage Rd. Take the second right into the unpaved parking lot of the ball field. There are probably 20 parking spots. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me to let me know you’re coming and include your cell number in case there’s a last-minute change. The day of\, please text or phone me at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/walk-hike-in-sam-ristich-trails-north-yarmouth/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231224T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T222942
CREATED:20231222T171702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T203401Z
UID:10001228-1703410200-1703419200@moac.org
SUMMARY:Walk/hike Lowell Preserve\, Windham
DESCRIPTION:Lowell Preserve\, Windham \nWhat: 3.5 mile walk/hike in Lowell Preserve. We’ll see boulders\, streams\, and waterfalls. We’ll keep to the wide trails and aim to reach the connector to North Falmouth Community Forest. Hunting is allowed. Please\, no dogs. \nWhen: Sunday\, December 24\, 9:30-12. \nWhere: East Windham Fire Station\, 49 Falmouth Rd\, Windham. There is plenty of parking. Park near the playground and meet at the kiosk. \nWho: Laura Williams. Please email me if you’re interested in coming. The day of\, please text or phone at (207) 239-2913 rather than emailing if you need to reach me.
URL:https://moac.org/event/walk-hike-lowell-preserve-windham/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Williams":MAILTO:llwilliams@maine.rr.com
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