Invite 87 // Jun 4

Maybe by posting this sunny photo from several years ago on the Narraguagus River, I'll manifest a sunny weekend into existence.

Unfortunately, it looks like this Saturday will be our 13th rainy Saturday in a row. Fortunately, we have raincoats and the ability to change our outlook. I'll be on the Schoodic Peninsula camping and hiking in the rain.

What are your plans? Reply directly with your favorite rainy-day outdoor activity.

✌️ Max

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

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.

Community Paddle

Thu, Jun 5 | Portland | Free

Catch the early morning calm of Casco Bay with fellow sea kayakers and stand-up paddlers all summer with this free paddling series hosted by Portland Paddle. Rentals are available.

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First Saturday Nature Walk

Sat, Jun 7 | Kennebunk | Free

Join the Kennebunk Land Trust on the first Saturday of each month for a guided nature walk co-hosted with a local partner. This month's theme is reading into nature with the Kennebunk Free Library.

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Kids Day at the Farmstand!

Sat, Jun 7 | Windham | Free

Load up the car and head to Bumbleroot Organic Farm for Kids Day, featuring cooking classes, yoga, and wildlife experiences in addition to the usual farm-stand offerings.

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Coastal Cleanup at Willard Beach

Sun, Jun 8 | South Portland | Free

Join the Surfrider Foundation and Chickadeeds for a hands-on day of coastal cleanup.

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Farm to Table Yoga

Sun, Jun 8 | Gorham | Paid

A serene all-level yoga session followed by farm-to-table snacks at Orchard Ridge Farm.

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Weekly MTB Ride

Tue, Jun 10 | Portland | Free

Join the team at Allspeed for their community mountain bike rides departing from the bike shop with mellow routes around Portland's best trails.

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Full Moon Walk

Tue, Jun 10 | Wells | Paid

Walk with Maine Master Naturalist Linda Littlefield Grenfell, exploring the theme of poetry while watching the sunset over old farm fields and the moonrise over the ocean.

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Dusk to Dark: A Paddle on the Presumpscot

Wed, Jun 11 | Westbrook | Paid

A guided paddle that highlights the cultural significance and ecological restoration of the Presumpscot River. Gear, guide, and snacks included. Proceeds support Westbrook's community paddle and grill program.

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Forest & Forage

Sat, Jul 19 - Sun, Jul 20 | Carrabassett Valley | Paid

Register for this two-day foraging adventure with expert guides and a mouthwatering multi-course dinner crafted from your finds, all set against the stunning backdrop of Stratton Brook Hut and the Bigelow Mountains.

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Island Ripple Run

Sun, Jul 27 | Portland | Paid

Lace up for a scenic 4-mile run around Great and Little Diamond Islands in Casco Bay with a low-tide crossing in the middle. Proceeds support Rippleffect's youth outdoor development initiatives.

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Coming Up (Previously Featured)

​Plant Paddle at Camp Gustin | Thu, Jun 5 | Free​

​Paddle the Orange River | Sat, Jun 7 | Free​

​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​

​Pothole Roubaix | Sun, Jun 8 | Paid​

​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​

​East Bayside Trail Fest | 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​

​Teen Sailing Trip: Casco Bay | Sun, Jul 27 - Wed, Jul 30 | 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.

📝 Slow Blooming Course - Sun, Mar 30 - Sun, Jun 1​

📝 Yoga in Payson Park - Wed, May 28​

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

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

📝 John Andrews 5k Walk/Run - Sat, May 31​

📝 Walk the Working Waterfront - Sat, May 31​

📝 Cow Island Volunteer Day - Sat, May 31​

📝 Family Outdoor Skills Day - Sun, Jun 1​

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!