Invite 86 // May 28

Happy Wednesday Outsiders. Let’s wrap up this month’s theme of positive outdoor news with a few more highlights.

• Harpswell Heritage Land Trust Opens new 57-acre Anna M. Tondreau Preserve​
• Coalition of Outdoor Groups Publish Maine's 10-Year Outdoor Recreation Roadmap​
• Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Unveils New Welcome Station​

Now, on to the good stuff.

✌️ Max

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

This issue of the Maine Outsider is sponsored by Amble Therapy, offering walk & talk mental health counseling at nature preserves around Portland and telecounseling statewide.

Note: My views of this sponsor are in no way influenced by the fact she's my wife, I deeply respect her work, and I've benefited from a few great walks myself.

Yoga in Payson Park

Wed, May 28 | Portland | Paid

Head to Payson Park tonight or any Wednesday night this summer for outdoor yoga in the Longfellow Arboretum.

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Walk the Working Waterfront

Sat, May 31 | Portland | Free

Explore Portland's working waterfront with a behind-the-scenes look at Casco Bay's ocean economy, featuring tours of active vessels, interactive exhibits, and more.

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Cow Island Volunteer Day

Sat, May 31 | Portland | Free

Join Rippleffect for a rewarding day of island beautification on Cow Island in Casco Bay. Enjoy a scenic cruise, make a positive impact, and help create an inspiring outdoor space for Maine youth!

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Family Outdoor Skills Day

Sun, Jun 1 | Augusta | Free

Try ATV rides, archery, trout fishing, and wilderness survival at this family-friendly event hosted by the Maine Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Plant Paddle at Camp Gustin

Thu, Jun 5 | Sabattus | Free

Learn to spot and report invasive aquatic plants while paddling with a group at Loon Pond.

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Paddle the Orange River

Sat, Jun 7 | Whiting | Free

Grab your paddles or rent a boat and join MCHT for a group paddle on the Orange River, with a picnic lunch at the midway point.

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Pothole Roubaix

Sun, Jun 8 | Orono | Paid

Register for the 25-mile Puddle Jumper or the 45-mile Crater Crusher gravel bike races, both starting and ending at Orono Brewing Company.

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East Bayside Trail Fest

Sun, Jun 22 | Portland | Paid

Sign up for this brand-new community event, featuring three ways to get active—run the revived Trail to Ale 10K, bike the Bayside Ride, or walk the Trail Mix 2-Miler—followed by a lively block party with music, food, and local drinks.

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Teen Sailing Trip: Casco Bay

Sun, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 30 | Portland | Paid

A Casco Bay sailing adventure for teens—learn the ropes, explore secluded coves, and search for wildlife from the deck of the Seabird. No prior sailing experience required!

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Coming Up (Previously Featured)

​Slow Blooming Course | Sun, Mar 30 - Sun, Jun 1 | Paid​

​Spring Novice Ride Series | Thu, May 8 - Thu, Jun 12 | Paid​

​Maine Fly Fishing Festival | Fri, May 30 - Sun, Jun 1 | Paid​

​Maine Canoe Symposium | Fri, May 30 - Sun, Jun 1 | Free​

​John Andrews 5k Walk/Run | Sat, May 31 | Paid​

​Millinocket X-Stream Canoe Race | Sat, Jun 7 | Paid​

​BCM Joy Ride | Sun, Jun 8 | Paid​

​Paddle for Pine Tree Camp | Sun, Jun 8 | Donation Based​

​Maine Outcast Campout | Thu, Jun 12 - Sun, Jun 15 | Paid​

​Paddle For A Purpose | Sat, Jun 14 | Donation Based​

​Acadia Running Retreat | Wed, Jun 18 - Sat, Jun 21 | Paid​

​Maine's High Peaks Paddlefest | Fri, Jun 20 - Sun, Jun 22 | Paid​

​Bay of Fundy International Marathon & Half Marathon | Sun, Jun 22 | Paid​

​Sail Maine: Youth Summer Camps | Mon, Jun 23 - Fri, Jul 4 | Paid​

​Breaking Trail Running Weekend | Fri, Jun 27 - Sun, Jun 29 | Paid​

​Maine Summer Adventure Race | Sat, Jul 12 - Sun, Jul 13 | Paid​

​MITA Daysail & Island Stewardship | Thu, Jul 24 | Donation Based​

​Peaks to Portland Swim | Sat, Jul 26 | 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.

📝 Pub Run Club - Wed, May 21​

📝 Downeast Spring Birding Festival - Fri, May 23 - Mon, May 26​

📝 Trail Festival at Pineland Farms - Sat, May 24 - Sun, May 25​

📝 Run with the Alewives 5K - Sat, May 24​

📝 Bike & Brew on the Eastern Trail - Sat, May 24​

📝 Songbird Stroll - Tue, May 27​

📝 Midnight Flooding: Art From the Edge - Tue, May 27​

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

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Thanks for reading. Now, get out there!