Skowhegan's Kennebec Gorge Family Paddle Trip | July 29, 2026
2026-07-29 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | New Balance Foundation Basecamp Gear Library, 65 Water St., Skowhegan, ME, 04976
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Experience the Skowhegan Gorge on a guided, family-friendly paddle trip departing from the Basecamp Gear Library. Our guides lead the way as you take in the river and build confidence on the water—boats and gear provided. All ages and experience levels are welcome with a participating adult.
Suggested gear: a swimsuit, a towel, water shoes or sandals, and sunscreen (boats and paddling gear provided).

Teens & Tweens Night Out: Hike & Ride | July 29, 2026
2026-07-29 17:00 - 19:00 | New Balance Foundation Basecamp Gear Library, 65 Water St., Skowhegan, ME, 04976
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Tweens and teens are invited to the Basecamp Gear Library for an evening of outdoor fun and connection. This week’s theme is Hike & Ride—get outside for an evening of hiking and biking, games, and time with friends. Free to attend; snacks provided.
Suggested gear: weather-appropriate clothing and a water bottle (snacks and supplies provided).

Skowhegan Run Club | July 30, 2026
2026-07-30 17:30 - 18:30 | New Balance Foundation Basecamp Gear Library, 65 Water St., Skowhegan, ME, 04976
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Join Skowhegan Outdoors and Kay Active Fitness for a free, all-levels community run starting and finishing at the Basecamp Gear Library. Lace up for an easy-going hour on the move, meet other runners, and enjoy the company of a supportive group. Walkers and new runners are always welcome—come at your own pace.
Suggested gear: comfortable running or walking shoes, weather-appropriate athletic clothing, and a water bottle.

All-Levels Guided Mountain Bike Ride | July 30, 2026
2026-07-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Quarry Road, Waterville, United States
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Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a guided mountain bike ride that welcomes a range of experience levels. This ride is a great chance to get on the trail, build comfort on the bike, and enjoy a supportive group experience outdoors. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow from the gear library if you need them.
Thanks to our local trail partners, including Central Maine NEMBA and Somerset Woods Trustees, for the trail stewardship that makes these rides possible.
Suggested gear: a mountain bike and helmet (available to borrow), closed-toe shoes, and water.

Fresh Air Fridays | July 31, 2026
2026-07-31 12:00 - 13:00 | New Balance Foundation Basecamp Gear Library, 65 Water St., Skowhegan, ME, 04976
Fresh Air Fridays are a simple way to get outside, move your body, and enjoy a midday break in community. Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a relaxed hour outdoors that is open to all experience levels. Drop in, breathe deep, and reset for the weekend.
Suggested gear: comfortable clothing you can move in, sneakers, and a water bottle.

Intro to Whitewater Kayaking | T1 Free Flatwater Clinic | July 31, 2026
2026-07-31 17:00 - 19:00
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Curious about whitewater kayaking? This free Tier 1 (T1) flatwater clinic is the perfect first step. On calm water, you will get comfortable in a kayak and learn the fundamentals—outfitting and safety, getting in and out, the wet exit, and basic paddle strokes—in a relaxed, low-pressure setting.
All gear is provided and no experience is required. T1 is the entry point to the Skowhegan Outdoors whitewater progression that continues with the paid T2 (moving water) and T3 (river-ready) clinics.
Suggested gear: a swimsuit, a towel, water shoes or sandals, and a change of dry clothes (all paddling gear provided).
