Invite 77 // Feb 19

I try my best to keep track of as many outdoor groups, venues, and experience providers in the state as possible so I can bring you the best events and experiences in each email. At last count, I'm tracking 386 organizations, which you can view here.

Despite keeping an eye on the scene, I'm sure I still miss a lot. So, this week, I wanted to tap into your outdoor knowledge.

Who are the cool new kids on the block I should know about? What organizations am I missing from my list?

Let me know by replying directly to this email. Thanks!

✌️ Max

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

Belfast Ice Festival

Fri, Feb 21 - Sun, Feb 23 | Belfast | Free

The annual Belfast Ice Festival takes place this weekend, featuring ice carving, ice bars, and community sauna sessions overlooking the water.

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Night Sky and Owl Walk

Sat, Feb 22 | Unity | Free

Join a master naturalist for a guided night walk at the Richardson Memorial Preserve while listening for nesting owls.

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Ski and Snowshoe Trailer: Two Lights

Sun, Feb 23 | Cape Elizabeth | Paid

The ski and snowshoe trailer will be parked at Two Lights State Park this weekend. Take advantage of free rentals and the rare, abundant coastal snow.

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Salt Bay Sunday

Sun, Feb 23 | Nobleboro | Free

Walk the trails at Salt Bay Farm looking for ducks, sparrows, finches, and other winter birds as part of this ongoing winter field trip series.

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Free Night Skiing at Black Mountain

Wed, Feb 26 | Rumford | Free

Deep snow and free night skiing. What else do I need to say?

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Star Party

Sat, Mar 1 | Scarborough | Free

Head over to Fuller Farm for a free tour of the night sky provided by Southern Maine Astronomers and their collection of telescopes.

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Queerly Trail Mixer

Tue, Mar 4 | Brunswick | Free

A casual outdoor meetup for LGBTQIA+ folks and allies that includes a nature walk and post-walk snacks and drinks at Wild Oats in Brunswick.

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Ski the Night Away

Tue, Mar 4 | Portland | Paid

Registration is open for a night of community XC ski races at Riverside Golf Course. There are race options for all ages.

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Women's Wave: Ocean Dip

Sat, Mar 8 | South Portland | Free

Join the 5th Annual Women's Wave - the largest & coldest International Women's Day celebration in the US, which features 1000+ people simultaneously taking a coldwater plunge as a symbol of strength and solidarity.

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Women's Wilderness First Aid Weekend in a Backcountry Hut

Fri, Apr 4 - Sun, Apr 6 | Camden | Paid

Get WFA certified and practice your new skills in a real-world environment at this unique one-time weekend class based out of the Camden Hills backcountry ski cabin.

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Previously Featured & Upcoming

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

​Fat-Bike 101 Class | Tue, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 22 | Paid​

​Somerset SnowFest | Fri, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 22 | Free​

​Mahoosuc Land Trust Winterfest | Sat, Feb 15 - Sat, Feb 22 | Free​

​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.

📝 Black Mountain Winterfest - Wed, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 9​

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

📝 MCCP Moonlight Challenge - Fri, Feb 7​

📝 Women's Winter Skills Weekend - Fri, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 9​

📝 Ladies Winter Classic Pond Hockey Tournament - Sat, Feb 8​

📝 Winter Fun Day at Mt. Blue State Park - Sat, Feb 8​

📝 Full Moon Ski Tour - Mon, Feb 10​

📝 Full Moon Snowshoe Hike @ Hurricane Valley Farm - Wed, Feb 12​

📝 February Full Moon Dip - Wed, Feb 12​

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

📝 Winter Outdoor Extravaganza - Sat, Feb 15​

📝 Portland Bike Party - Sun, Feb 16​

📝 Farm to Farm Snowshoe - Mon, Feb 17​

Your responses help us decide which events to feature again and motivate the newsletter's continued creation.

The Maine Outsider is your invitation to get outside. Our mission is to connect you with outdoor organizations offering impactful events and experiences around the state.

We monitor 300+ organizations but can't know everything. If you're hosting an event or have a tip about an upcoming experience, use our tip line to let us know.

Thanks for reading. Now, get out there!