Invite 75 // Jan 22

I won't take up email real estate with an intro today because there's a packed lineup of outdoor events. So, without further ado, bundle up and get out there.

✌️ Max

Disclaimer: Nature is unpredictable and events change. Always double-check the organization's event page before heading out.

WinterKids Family Day at Quarry Road Trails

Sat, Jan 25 | Waterville | Free

Users of the Winter Kids app XC ski for free at Quarry Road Trails with discounted adult and companion passes available.

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Rangeley Fat Bike Loppet

Sun, Jan 26 | Rangeley | Paid

Register today for the 10th annual Fat Bike Race in Rangeley, which features 8-10 miles of riding in the foothills of Saddleback Mountain.

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Guided Forest Bathing

Tue, Jan 28 | York | Donation Based

Enjoy a peaceful, meditative walk through York Land Trust, followed by a warming tea ceremony.

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Free Night Skiing at Black Mountain

Wed, Jan 29 | Rumford | Free

Put away your wallet and do a snow dance. Black Mountain is offering free night skiing most Wednesdays this winter.

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Long Pond Lunar New Year Community Sauna

Wed, Jan 29 | Mount Desert | Paid

I smile anytime I find a new sauna company in Maine. Selkie Sauna is a mobile sauna that sets up in scenic spots around MDI. Reserve a bench spot for the next community session at Long Pond.

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Toboggan Championships 2025

Fri, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 2 | Camden | Free

There's still time to register a 4-person team for this annual toboggan race or attend as a spectator, watching costumed teams blast down a frozen chute onto an icy lake.

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Winterfest at Viles Arboretum

Sat, Feb 1 | Augusta | Free

Celebrate winter at Viles Arboretum with free XC ski and snowshoe rentals, sledding, ice fishing instruction, and more.

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Ski and Snowshoe Trailer: Bradbury State Park

Sat, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 2 | Pownal | Free

The Maine State Park Ski and Snowshoe trailer schedule for the 2025 season is now available. The trailer will begin its season parked at Bradbury Mountain State Park, offering free snowshoe and XC ski rentals.

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Queer Cross County Skiing

Sun, Feb 2 | Oxford | Donation Based

A day of cross-country skiing and camaraderie at Oxbow Beer Garden for Queer folks and allies.

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State Park Campground Reservations Open

Mon, Feb 3 | Statewide | Paid

It might feel wild to think about summer right now, but state park reservations open up the first week of February. Put it on your calendar to get that spot you've always wanted.

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Allagash Wilderness Artist Residency Applications

Mon, Feb 3 | Online | Free

Apply by February 3rd for the Allagash Residency. This residency sponsors one artist to spend two weeks creating art in a rustic cabin on the Allagash River.

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MCCP Moonlight Challenge

Fri, Feb 7 | Denmark | Donation Based

One of the best fundraising events of the winter. The Moonlight Challenge features night skiing, racing, and apres activities at Pleasant Mountain to support the Maine Children's Cancer Program.

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Women's Winter Skills Weekend

Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9 | Woodstock | Paid

A crash course in winter skills featuring lessons in operating a snowmobile, ice fishing, outdoor cooking, survival skills, and more hosted by the University of Maine.

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Previously Featured & Upcoming

​Inclusive Ski Touring: Open to All Program | Sun, Jan 5 - Sun, Mar 16 | Paid​

​Beginner Cross Country Ski Trip at Medawisla Lodge | Mon, Jan 20 - Thu, Jan 23 | Paid​

​Bradbury Mountain Snowshoe Race | Sun, Jan 26 | Paid​

​Queer Touring Day | Sun, Jan 26 | Paid​

​Camp Adventures for Grown-ups: Chilling Out! | Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9 | Paid​

​Ladies Winter Classic Pond Hockey Tournament | Sat, Feb 8 | Paid​

​Maine Pond Hockey Classic | Fri, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 16 | Paid​

​Alpine Feast 2025 | Sat, Mar 1 | Paid​

​Katahdin Winter Mountaineering | Sat, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 2 | Paid​

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Trail Log: Share your Experience

Have you attended any of these recent activities? Use the quick check-in links(30 seconds or less) to log your attendance and share your experience.

📝 Guided hike at Pemaquid Pond Preserve - Sat, Jan 11​

📝 L.L. Bean $20 Tuesday Lift Tix at Lost Valley - Tue, Jan 14​

📝 Snowshoe Tour - Sat, Jan 18​

📝 Intermediate Fat Bike Ride with CRNEMBA - Sat, Jan 18​

📝 Outdoor Women Lead Outing Club: Reading the Landscape - Sat, Jan 18​

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