Begin your day with a paddle on Lake George with the Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation Program (SAORP). We’ll be there to give tips and tricks of SUP (stand-up paddleboard) basics while we explore the lake. SUPs will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis so please pre-register in advance here. If you fall in love ... Read more
Join the Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation (SAORP) coaches for a “back to the basics” lesson on how to canoe. We will discuss parts of the canoe, technique, and play a few games to get you out on the lake and having fun in your canoe! We have a limited number of canoes, so please register ... Read more
Time to tap into your competitive side! We’ll be posting fitness challenges every Friday morning on Facebook. You don’t have to be a professional weightlifter to complete these challenges. They’re simple yet deceiving. Prove you (and your partner(s)) completed the challenge by commenting on the respective post with a time-lapse video. I hope you’re ready ... Read more
During this stay-at-home period, we’ll be posting guided nature meditations every Monday on Facebook. Mara will transport you to a beautiful scene and help you find peace, relaxation, and safety. So close your eyes… breathe deeply… and relax…
Enjoy a lunch-time excursion around Coburn Park with the Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation Program (SAORP). It's the perfect opportunity to meet new people and get some fresh air. Please remember to bring water. The entire walk is about one mile. It’s low impact and pet-friendly! If you bring your dog, please keep them on a ... Read more
Begin your day with an outdoor yoga class overlooking the beautiful Lake George! These classes will be led by a group of experienced yoga instructors who will guide you through a flow style class to encourage a balance of flexibility and strength that will partner well with your active summer lifestyle! Please bring your own ... Read more
Time to tap into your competitive side! We’ll be posting fitness challenges every Friday morning on Facebook. You don’t have to be a professional weightlifter to complete these challenges. They’re simple yet deceiving. Prove you (and your partner(s)) completed the challenge by commenting on the respective post with a time-lapse video. I hope you’re ready ... Read more
Join the SAORP coaches for a day at Black Mountain and Schoodic Beach! We will meet at the MSS office at 8 a.m. and caravan about 2 hours to Donnell Pond Reserved Land. We will park at the Schoodic Beach parking lot and hike in (0.5 miles one-way) to Schoodic beach. Once at the beach, ... Read more
During this stay-at-home period, we’ll be posting guided nature meditations every Monday on Facebook. Mara will transport you to a beautiful scene and help you find peace, relaxation, and safety. So close your eyes… breathe deeply… and relax…
For July's Outdoor Rec Book Club, we’re reading The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien. We will meet via Zoom (either by your phone or computer) and chat about this adventurous fantasy. This will be a great way to challenge yourself and interact with like-minded folks. There's also three movies if you'd like to watch ... Read more