Skowhegan Outdoors

Morning Cross-Country Ski @ Lakewood Golf Course
2026-02-24 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Lakewood Golf Course, 803 Lakewood Road, Madison, ME, 04950, United States
** Weather dependent! Please check in with us via phone, email, or social media if you are concerned about conditions**
Start your morning with a free, relaxed, community cross-country ski session at Lakewood Golf Course. These outings are open to all levels and focus on enjoying winter movement, fresh air, and time on skis. We will bring skis and boots as requested, first come first serve.
Register Here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43043-morning-cross-country-ski-lakewood-golf-course/join

Cross-Country Ski Clinic @ Quarry Road Trails
2026-02-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Quarry Road Trails, 300 Quarry Road, Waterville, Maine
New to cross-country skiing or looking to build confidence on skis? This half-day introductory clinic, led by experienced instructors is designed for beginners and first-time skiers.
Participants will learn foundational cross-country skiing skills, including basic movement, stopping, turning, and climbing techniques, along with an overview of equipment setup and trail etiquette. After instruction, the group will ski Quarry Road Trails, experiencing one of Maine’s premier Nordic destinations.

Instruction, equipment, and lunch are included in the program cost.

Program Details
Cost: $30 adults | Free for youth
Skill level: Beginner / first-time skiers welcome
Includes: Instruction, gear, lunch
Meeting location: Quarry Road Yurt, Waterville, ME
This program is a great introduction to cross-country skiing in a supportive, instructional setting while enjoying a scenic winter adventure.
Register here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43071-cross-country-ski-clinic-with-quarry-road/join

Cross-Country Ski Clinic @ Friends of a Fierce Chase
2026-02-28 09:00 - 14:00 | Friends of a Fierce Chase Trails, 246 Elliotsville Rd, Monson, Maine
** This program is weather and trail condition dependent. If there is a weather related cancellation, refunds will be provided and a new date will be chosen.**
New to cross-country skiing or looking to build confidence on skis? This full-day clinic, led by experienced instructors designed for beginners and beginner/intermediates looking for connection on the trails.
Participants will review foundational cross-country skiing skills, including basic movement, stopping, turning, and climbing techniques, along with an overview of equipment setup and trail etiquette. After instruction, the group will ski from the trailhead into the extensive 8 mile trail system, experiencing one of Maine’s premier Nordic destinations.
Trail use, transportation, instruction, and lunch are included in the program cost. All participants will meet at the Basecamp Gear Library before departure.
Program Details
Cost: $50 adults | Free for youth
Skill level: Beginner / Beginner-Intermediate
Includes: Instruction, transportation, lunch

Meeting location: Basecamp Gear Library
Destination: Friends of a Fierce Chase, Monson, ME
This program is both a great introduction to cross-country skiing in a supportive, instructional setting as well as an opportunity for more experienced skiiers to connect.
Register here: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/43056-learn-to-cross-country-ski-clinic-friends-of-a-fierce-chase-trails/join
