Programs

  • Summer Learning Series: Learn To Whitewater Kayak

    This 4-day immersion introduces river reading, boat control, eddy turns, bracing, and moving-water fundamentals. Youth progress from flatwater to current and complete an overnight camping experience. Ideal for beginners ready ... Read more

  • Summer Learning Series: Learn To Mountain Bike

    Develop core trail skills including body positioning, braking, climbing, and descending techniques. This program progresses from local Skowhegan trails to terrain at Maine Huts & Trails and includes an overnight ... Read more

  • Full-Day Beginner Whitewater Kayak Clinic | July 17, 2026

    Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States

    REGISTER HERE! Crusher Pool, Lower Dead River, Lower Kennebec River A full-day introduction to whitewater kayaking fundamentals including paddle strokes, river features, eddy turns, ferrying, and safety concepts in a ... Read more

  • Intermediate Whitewater Kayaking Clinic | July 18 – July 19, 20-26

    Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States

    REGISTER HERE! The Forks, Maine / Crusher Pool / Dead River A two-day instructional whitewater kayaking clinic designed to build confidence, control, and comfort on moving water. This progressive weekend ... Read more

  • Pedal-to-Paddle Guided Overnight – Katahdin Region | August 1 – 2, 2026

    Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States

    REGISTER HERE! Hammond Ridge Trails, Horserace Campground, West Branch of the Penobscot River A two-day, multi-sport adventure that pairs flowy mountain bike trail riding with iconic Maine flat-to-moving water paddling. ... Read more

  • Summer Learning Series: Fishing and Paddling

    Focused on a variety of paddling opportunities – on the sea, in canoes, paddling efficiency – as well as basic fishing techniques and outdoor stewardship. Day 1: Maine Island Trails Association ... Read more

  • 2-Day Women’s Whitewater Kayaking Clinic | August 15 – 16, 2026

    Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States

    REGISTER HERE! A structured two-day progression from flatwater fundamentals to moving-water application, designed for first-time paddlers or those rebuilding skills. Program will take place on the West Branch of the ... Read more

  • Summer Learning Series: Pedal & Paddle 2

    A second opportunity to experience our signature bike-and-paddle model. This multi-day, leadership-focused adventure includes river paddling, mountain biking, sea kayaking, and an overnight hut stay — designed for youth ready ... Read more