Skowhegan Outdoors

Shelter Building Clinic
2021-02-06 06:00 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | Coburn Park, 420 Water St, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Program Limit: 10 participants/families. Participants will be emailed about attendance two days prior to program.
Preregister here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors at Coburn Park for a fun, beginner clinic on an essential outdoor winter skill: building a snow and/or forest shelter! We will go over technique, methods, alternative forms of sheltering, and then build our own.
We will meet at the gazebo 15 minutes early for check in. Please dress warmly, bring water and snacks, and wear your face mask. You will have the opportunity to request winter clothing ahead of time provided through our community gear library in the preregistration form.
Location pin: https://goo.gl/maps/DY2hZF8GTiZfvBW79
This is a free community program of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan.

After School Outdoors Club
2021-02-02 - 2021-02-03, 2021-01-26 - 2021-01-27, 2020-12-15 - 2020-12-16, 2020-12-14 - 2020-12-15, 2020-12-08 - 2020-12-09, 2020-11-30 - 2020-12-01 | ME
This is a community outreach program through Skowhegan Outdoors at the local public middle school. Each week, we go through team building initiatives with students– all through the lens of outdoor activities. Getting kids outside is a major goal of the work we do here at Skowhegan Outdoors.
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with REACH after school program.

Yankee Woodlot Snowshoe Stroll
2021-01-31 08:00 - 10:00 | Yankee Woodlot, 7 County Drive, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8.
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a refreshing snowshoe stroll at the Yankee Woodlot! Our Outdoor Recreation Facilitators will guide you along the Yankee Woodlot Trail on snowshoes and offer tips for experienced and novice snowshoers alike. The hike is a little over one mile with moderate changes in elevation. This trail is perfect for all ages and skill levels and is pet friendly.
Please dress warmly, wear winter boots, bring water and snacks, and wear your face mask. If needed, you will have the opportunity to request winter clothing and gear ahead of time provided by the Skowhegan Outdoors Community Gear Library.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/mnkgQ7NvdbZ8VYYcA
This is a free community program of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan.

Family Sled Day with R.E.A.C.H.
2021-01-30 06:00 - 10:00 | Lake George Regional Park (East), Lake George Dr E, Canaan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/bGCAKJ85uKZ7k5aQ9. You and your family are welcome to sign up for one block from 11:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. or 1:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join Skowhegan Outdoors and R.E.A.C.H. After School Program (21st Century Community Learning Center Grant) for Family Sled Day! You and your family are invited to sled at Lake George, West, try out snowshoeing on the Lake George trail system (guided snowshoe strolls will go out on the hour), and enjoy hot cocoa with the community. We will have plenty of sleds, snowshoes, and cocoa to go around, just make sure to preregister in advance to reserve your spot as we anticipate this program to fill up quickly!
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS IN PLACE FOR ALL SKOWHEGAN OUTDOORS PROGRAMS: All attendees will be required to preregister for Family Sled Day in advance so we can be sure to have enough program materials and space for all participants. We require that all participants wear face masks at all times during the sled day.
Please dress warmly, bring water and snacks, and wear your face mask. If needed, you will have the opportunity to request winter clothing ahead of time provided by the Skowhegan Outdoors Community Gear Library and R.E.A.C.H.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/BjVcdCr3cRB3UGLe8
This is a free community program of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with R.E.A.C.H. After School Program (21st Century Community Learning Center Grant) and Lake George Regional Park.

Starry Night Hike
2021-01-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Lake George Regional Park (East), Lake George Dr E, Canaan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a starlit walk in the woods. We will walk (or snowshoe) through the trails at Lake George Regional Park, West, and stop along the way to enjoy the starry night sky. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to night-hike, this is your chance to try it out with a group of new friends on a safe trail!
Please dress warmly, bring water, winter boots and snowshoes, a blanket to sit on, and a headlamp. If needed, you will have the opportunity to request winter clothing and gear ahead of time provided by the Skowhegan Outdoors Community Gear Library.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/BjVcdCr3cRB3UGLe8
This is a free community program of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with Lake George Regional Park.

Skowhegan Area High School Outing Club
2021-01-25 - 2021-01-26 | ME
This is a community outreach program through Skowhegan Outdoors at Skowhegan Area High School. Every month, we take high school students on outing trips around the state of Maine. Getting kids outside is a major goal of the work we do here at Skowhegan Outdoors!
If you are a Skowhegan Area High School student and interested in joining the outing club, please contact Kate Drummond at kdrummond@msad54.org.
This is a free community program of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with the Skowhegan Area High School.

Moxie Falls Snowshoe
2021-01-24 04:00 - 10:00 | Main Street Skowhegan, 48 Court Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a snowshoe stroll to Moxie Falls in The Forks. We will meet at the Main Street Skowhegan office (48 court street) at 9:00 a.m. and then caravan to the trailhead. During this outing, our outdoor recreation facilitators will share their expertise and offer tips for experienced and novice snowshoers alike. The hike will be a little over two miles with moderate changes in elevation. This trail is perfect for all ages and skill levels and is pet friendly (dogs must be leashed at all times).
Please dress warmly, bring water, lunch, snacks, and snowshoes. If needed, you will have the opportunity to request winter clothing and gear ahead of time provided by the Skowhegan Outdoors Community Gear Library.
For more information on the Moxie Falls trail, head to this Maine Trail Finder: https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/trails/trail/moxie-falls
Direction from Main Street Skowhegan to Moxie Falls Trailhead: https://goo.gl/maps/zGJbqxXLxtWj3eCk8
This is a free community program of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan.

Campfire Cooking Clinic: Cinnamon Rolls
2021-01-17 07:00 - 09:00 | Lake George Regional Park (East), Lake George Dr E, Canaan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join us to indulge in dutch oven cinnamon rolls! Skowhegan Outdoors facilitators will lead you through the basics of cooking over a campfire and guide you through baking dutch oven cinnamon rolls. Everyone will take home a cinnamon roll and recipe to enjoy and re-create on their next adventure!
Please dress warmly, bring water, and wear a face mask. You will have the opportunity to request winter clothing ahead of time through our community gear library.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MVNYsSVkwmWKApBR6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Lake George Regional Park.

Family Nature Scavenger Hunt
2021-01-16 05:00 - 07:00 | Coburn Woods, Russell Rd, Skowhegan, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for this family-friendly event in Coburn Woods! You will have the opportunity to engage in a scavenger hunt, appropriate for all ages, that will teach you about identifying local, natural elements as a Skowhegan Outdoors facilitator guides you through the Coburn Woods trail system. After we’ve discovered all of the elements on our scavenger hunt, we’ll enjoy a cup of hot cocoa together before heading home.
Please dress warmly and wear your face mask. You will have the opportunity to request winter clothing ahead of time provided by the Skowhegan Outdoors Community Gear Library.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MBNc1iUEJ8s4GiRC6

This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Somerset Woods Trustees.

New Outdoor Facilitator Training
2021-01-10 - 2021-01-15, 2021-01-03 - 2021-01-08 | ME
We are pleased to welcome three, new outdoor recreation facilitators to the Skowhegan Outdoors team! We are taking this time to get them up to speed on bringing quality, engaging programs to our community for the rest of 2021! Make sure to check out our virtual programs by heading the Skowhegan Outdoors Facebook, Instagram, and blog.

Lakewood Cross-Country Clinic and Ski
2021-01-09 05:00 - 08:00 | Lakewood Golf Course, 803 Lakewood Road, Madison, ME, 04950, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a fun, back-to-the-basics clinic on cross-country skiing! We will go over technique, healthy warm-up activities, and play games to practice getting comfortable on skinny skis. This clinic will be great for folks on skis for the first time, folks looking for a refresh, or someone just looking for a fun time to be outdoors and meet new people in the community! We will run through the clinic and then have the opportunity to ski on the beautifully groomed trails at Lakewood Golf Course.
Please dress warmly, bring water and snacks, and wear your face mask. You will have the opportunity to request winter clothing and skis ahead of time provided through our community gear library in the preregistration form.
Location pin: https://goo.gl/maps/sfrP5dHTKMBeyPfV7
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, an initiative of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Lakewood Golf Course.

Star Party with John Meader from Northern Stars Planetarium
2021-01-07 13:30 - 15:00 | Lake George Regional Park (East), Lake George Dr E, Canaan, ME, 04976, United States
Please pre register for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Come join us on a Night Sky Tour, we will gather outdoors at Lake George Regional Park East. John Meader of Northern Stars Planetarium will lead us through a tour of the constellations and stars. We will also find and discuss the visible planets, the Milky Way, as well as meteors (shooting stars) and satellites. John will share a bit of sky-lore storytelling to explore how peoples of the past looked at the sky. There will be ample time for questions and discussion.
As a bonus, if you bring your own binoculars John will finish the evening’s sky exploration by leading the group through a binocular tour of deep sky objects using the “star hopping” method. Participants may see planets, binary stars, nebulae, star clusters, and galaxies, as well as the Milky Way, up close and personal!
Please dress warm and wear your face mask.
Location pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MVNYsSVkwmWKApBR6
John Meader Bio
John began his planetarium career as a student operator in 1979 at the University of Maine Planetarium. From 1983-87 he was the Director of the Malcolm Science Center Planetarium in Easton, Maine.
In 1987 John founded Northern Stars Planetarium, a traveling inflatable planetarium based in Fairfield. Since that time John has travelled to schools and libraries across central and mid-coast Maine offering planetarium shows and evening star parties. Reaching more than 16,000 students each year, John has brought the sky to people all over Maine.
He has taught Observational Astronomy classes at the University of Maine at Orono, the University of Maine at Presque Isle, Loring Air Force Base, and Kennebec Valley Community College. His expertise in astronomy education has taken him from Australia to Italy, sharing his love of the sky with students across the globe.

Full Moon Hike
2020-12-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Lake George Regional Park (East), Lake George Dr E, Canaan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Celebrate the last moon of 2020 with our coaches with a night hike along the Townsend Trail at Lake George Regional Park East! This trail allows us to see the full moon as it reflects on the lake. Please dress warmly and bring your face mask, water, and a snack for this program. Let us know if you don’t have warm clothes available and we will bring some for you from our gear library.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MVNYsSVkwmWKApBR6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with Lake George Regional Park.

Meditation Walk
2020-12-23 03:00 - 03:45 | Coburn Park, 420 Water St, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Are you looking for a more mindfulness in your life? Start your day on the right foot by taking a meditation walk with Coach Mara. Mindfulness isn’t just sitting in one spot. At this program, you will learn how to bring this practice into everyday life and every action you take. We will meet at Coburn Park at 8:00 a.m. Please bring your face mask, water, and dress warm.
Location pin: https://goo.gl/maps/y3DKPw7WyXuhwX8V7
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan

Ugly Sweater Stroll
2020-12-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Debe River Walk Trail, 105 Water St, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Please preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
We all know them, we all love to hate them. Ugly sweaters. Yes, Skowhegan Outdoors is looking to see your bells, pom-poms, animals, and all the fluff one sweater can handle. Find those sweaters in your attic and wear them for a stroll on the Debe River Walk trail. Please remember to bring your face mask, water and a snack.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/SipzgzYoeyYQ3uKL6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan.

Pine Needle Tea Clinic
2020-12-20 05:00 - 07:00 | Coburn Woods, Russell Rd, Skowhegan, 04976, United States
Preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a walk in the woods and learn how to make pine needle tea. At this program, you’ll forage for pine needles along the Coburn Woods trails, learn about the health benefits of pine needle tea, and brew your own tea to enjoy with the group. Coaches will provide foraging expertise, as well as tips for making the perfect brew. Come meet new people and warm your belly while learning to make pine needle tea!
If you have your own drinking vessel, we encourage you to bring it, but it is not necessary! All materials for tea will be provided. Please bring your face mask, some water and a snack for this program.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MBNc1iUEJ8s4GiRC6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Somerset Woods Trustees.

Winter Survival Clinic
2020-12-19 05:00 - 09:00 | Lake George Regional Park (West), W Lake George Park Rd, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Pre Register for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join coach Mara at Lake George Regional Park East to learn more about how to keep yourself safe while camping or traveling in the cold weather. She has a sick passion for sleeping in the snow. (We don’t understand it either). She will teach you the tips and tricks for keeping yourself cozy and comfortable in cold weather. We will cover topics of thermoregulation, proper layering, preventing cold-related injuries, shelter building and much more. For this program we ask you to wear warm clothing and wear your face mask. This is a four hour program, so please bring a substantial lunch to eat.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MVNYsSVkwmWKApBR6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with Lake George Regional Park.

Wesserunsett Stream Preserve Sneak Peek with Somerset Woods Trustees
2020-12-13 06:00 - 07:00 | ME
Join Skowhegan Outdoors and representatives of Somerset Woods Trustees (SWT) for an early look at SWT’s next property acquisition. We will tour a portion of the preliminary trail system through the woods along Wesserunsett Stream. Participants should wear rugged footwear and be prepared for uneven terrain. Trail construction is not yet complete – nor is fundraising – but with community support we will be able to open these in-town trails for all to enjoy early next year.
*Please use the location pin below for directions to the preserve.
More About Somerset Woods Trustees:
Somerset Woods Trustees is a volunteer-driven land conservation organization serving Somerset County. SWT has forever conserved nearly 2,000 acres for sustainable forestry, protection of wildlife habitat, and public recreation. We routinely partner with our communities to provide nature connection and recreational access for all – in Skowhegan these collaborative projects include Cleaver Landing and Kennebec Banks picnic area, the memorial ball field, and miles of trails for year-round enjoyment.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/guY4q9Agip92vqFp8
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Somerset Woods Trustees.

Glow Hike
2020-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Hesselton Street Trail
Please pre register for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
As the nights get longer and darker, we must celebrate the light! Join us at the Heselton Street trails for glow hike! The woods will be transformed into a glowing paradise. We will wear glow sticks and enjoy a walk in the woods. We have glow sticks available to use but if you have anything that glows that you would like to wear, bring it! The brighter the better! We also ask that you bring some water, a snack, your face mask and warm clothing.
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan
Location pin: https://goo.gl/maps/n2Um3k4nxbQ1aQhD7

Skowhegan Area High School Outdoors Club
2020-12-08 - 2020-12-09, 2020-12-07 - 2020-12-08 | ME
This is a community outreach program through Skowhegan Outdoors at Skowhegan Area High School. Every month, we plan to take high school students on outing trips around the state of Maine. Getting kids outside is a major goal of the work we do here at Skowhegan Outdoors.
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan in collaboration with the Skowhegan Area High School.

Story Walk: How the Grinch Stole Christmas with Somerset Public Health
2020-12-05 06:00 - 08:00 | Coburn Woods, Russell Rd, Skowhegan, 04976, United States
Preregister for this program here: https://forms.gle/gDGZyTmfJqXyARdE8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors, Somerset Public Health, and Somerset Woods Trustees for a story walk through Coburn Woods. We will enjoy a leisurely walk through the woods as we read through posted storyboards of How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, by Dr. Seuss. If you are unable to attend the community event on Saturday, December 5, no worries, we will keep the story walk set up through Sunday, December 6. This program is for kiddos + their grownups. Please preregister ALL participants in your party and prepare for all participants to wear face masks throughout the program.
More about Somerset Public Health:
Somerset Public Health is a coalition of staff members, community members, organizations, and businesses working together to improve health in Somerset County. Their goal is to make Somerset County a healthier place to live and work for the families we serve. They strive to make this happen by improving nutrition, increasing physical activity, stopping tobacco use, preventing drug abuse, and promoting the responsible use of alcohol.
More About Somerset Woods Trustees:
Somerset Woods Trustees is a volunteer-driven land conservation organization serving Somerset County. SWT has forever conserved nearly 2,000 acres for sustainable forestry, protection of wildlife habitat, and public recreation. We routinely partner with our communities to provide nature connection and recreational access for all – in Skowhegan these collaborative projects include Cleaver Landing and Kennebec Banks picnic area, the memorial ball field, and miles of trails for year-round enjoyment.
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MBNc1iUEJ8s4GiRC6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a project of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Somerset Public Health and Somerset Woods Trustees.

Full Moon Hike: Coburn Woods
2020-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Coburn Woods, Russell Rd, Skowhegan, 04976, United States
Preregister for the program here: https://forms.gle/xsLu6vacHaHyZYGH8
Join Skowhegan Outdoors for a moonlit walk in the woods. We will walk along the Coburn Woods Trail System toward Taylor Field. Here, we can look up at the bright, full moon and warm up by a campfire. Get ready to let out your best werewolf howl when you spot the full moon!
Location Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/MBNc1iUEJ8s4GiRC6
This is a free community event of Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan, in collaboration with Somerset Woods Trustees.

@SkowheganOutdoors Outdoor Photo Contest
2020-11-24 - 2020-11-29 | ME
Here’s your chance to win an awesome prize from Skowhegan Outdoors in four, easy steps!

Get outside between November 25-29! Take a stroll on a local trail, ride your bike on the Skowhegan Pump Track, stargaze from your front porch, or embark on any other local adventure you can think of!
While outside, take a pic of yourself.
Follow @SkowheganOutdoors on Facebook AND Instagram.
Post your outdoor photo and tag @SkowheganOutdoors on or before November 29 for a chance to win an awesome prize!

The Skowhegan Outdoors photo contest committee will choose photos based on the fun you are having outside solo, with friends, or family and that the photo was taken during an outdoor activity between November 25-29.
1st Place Prize:
Skowhegan Outdoors T-shirt + Sticker, Skowhegan Outdoors homemade fire cider, Skowhegan Farmers’ Market gift card, Private Outdoor Party with Skowhegan Outdoors coaches’ Mara and Emma: Choose from ‘Yoga + Meditation Class’ or ‘Knot Tying Clinic.’
2nd Place Prize:
Skowhegan Outdoors T-shirt + Sticker and Skowhegan Farmers Market gift card
3rd Place Prize:
Skowhegan Outdoors T-shirt + Sticker
This is a free program from Skowhegan Outdoors, a program of Main Street Skowhegan.
