Invite 90 // Jun 25

I don't have much to add this week in the intro besides this: find a body of water near you, submerge yourself in it, and enjoy the ensuing feeling of peace.

Now, on to this week's events.

✌️ 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.

Arts on the Hill: Jenn Schott

Thu, Jun 26 | Rockport | Free

Pack a picnic and enjoy the view from Beech Hill while you relax and listen to acoustic guitar player Jenn Schott.

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Jazz in the Park

Fri, Jun 27 | Castine | Free

An hour of live music with Bobby Cleveland and Ron Corl, playing Americana, Rock, and Jazz favorites on the waterfront lawn at Holbrook Island Sanctuary.

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Paddle the Presumpscot

Sat, Jun 28 | Westbrook | Free

Experience the Presumpscot River on a guided night paddle that combines nature with storytelling. All equipment is provided, and no paddling experience is necessary.

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Yoga, Horses, and Art: Half-Day Retreat

Sat, Jun 28 | Windham | Paid

Spend a half day at River Road Farm for a retreat that combines yoga, connection with horses, and watercolor painting to inspire creativity and relaxation.

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Bike & Brew on the Eastern Trail

Sat, Jun 28 | Old Orchard Beach | Free

Head out for a social 15-20 mile ride on the Eastern Trail, starting and ending at Lone Pine Brewing.

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Sleuthing for Animal Signs

Sun, Jun 29 | Lincolnville | Free

Explore the Ducktrap River Preserve with a naturalist and outdoor educator as you search for animal signs and learn about local habitats.

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Sunrise Yoga Series

Tue, Jul 1 | Harpswell | Free

Start your mornings with the Sunrise Yoga Series at Johnson Field Preserve, where local instructor Kara Douglas leads gentle seaside yoga sessions.

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L.L.Bean 4th of July 10K

Fri, Jul 4 | Freeport | Paid

Register today for this 4th of July 10K and a 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk which supports the YMCA of Southern Maine.

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Casco Bay Swim Run

Sun, Aug 10 | Portland | Paid

Sign up today for this unusual race featuring ocean swims, island hopping, and scenic trails across three race distances, with ferry transport provided for participants.

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Run MDI: Mount Desert Island Marathon, Half & Relay

Sun, Oct 19 | Bar Harbor | Paid

Discount registration ends soon for this autumn marathon, half-marathon, and relay with scenic routes through Acadia National Park.

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Coming Up (Previously Featured)

​Learn-to-Disc Golf | Mon, Jun 16 - Mon, Jul 7 | 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​

​Forest & Forage | Sat, Jul 19 - Sun, Jul 20 | Paid​

​Saltwater Shindig | Sun, Jul 20 | Free​

​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​

​Island Ripple Run | Sun, Jul 27 | Paid​

​Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge | Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21 | Donation Based​

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.

📝 Acadia Running Retreat - Wed, Jun 18 - Sat, Jun 21​

📝 Nomad Trail Race Series: June - Thu, Jun 19​

📝 Dodge Point Trail Run Club - Thu, Jun 19​

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

📝 Tidepooling at Reid State Park - Fri, Jun 20​

📝 Vigorous Tenderness: a summer solstice concert - Fri, Jun 20​

📝 Puzzle Mountain Hike - Sat, Jun 21​

📝 Outdoor BIPOC Meditation - Sat, Jun 21​

📝 Canoeing on the Orange River - Sun, Jun 22​

📝 Bay of Fundy International Marathon & Half Marathon - Sun, Jun 22​

📝 East Bayside Trail Fest - Sun, Jun 22​

📝 Open Farm Day Jubilee - Sun, Jun 22​

📝 Spa Days at Smithereen Farm - Sun, Jun 22​

📝 Firefly Walk - Tue, Jun 24​

📝 Quarry Road Trails Summer Running Race Series - Tue, Jun 24​

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!