Aroostook Outdoo rNews: 7.2.15 edition
We’ve invented a new #hashtag:
#AroostookThing is perfect for unique #CrownofMaine things, like
#OutdoorEvents!
In this edition: 1) #MiracleMile in #Houlton.
2) An #AdventureRace in #Ashland. 3) #5k, #1k, #KidsK races in #GrandFallsNB. Plus
lots more!
Happy
#IndependenceDay and belated #CanadaDay! #offugo...
Friday, July 3
Miracle Mile: Makenna and
Maggie's Race for Research, Houlton
1-mile
downhill race for runners and walkers. Registration: online only. Check-in: 4:00
p.m. at Military Street Baptist Church. Race start: 6:00 p.m. on Drake's Hill,
Military St.; finish in Market Square. Visit www.facebook.com/MiracleMileRace4Research FMI
Saturday, July 4
Ashland Ski Club Adventure
Challenge Race, Ashland
7k;
it’s not “Tough Mountain” but it is Ashland and we’ve always been a bit
rough around the edges. Registration: Noon at Ashland Logging Museum. Race
start; 1:00 p.m. Fee: $15. Contact Amanda Barker (207-435-4870) or ranger.amanda.barker@gmail.com FMI
Sunday,
July 5
7th
Annual Grand Falls Charity Run, Grand Falls, NB
Distances: 5k/10k; 1k Kids’ Run. Registration: online
ONLY. Race kit pick up: 7:30 a.m. Start times: 1k: 8:30 a.m.; 5k/10k: 9:00 a.m.
(all times Atlantic) at E.P. Senechal Center. Cost: $15/Kid's Run; $25/5k &
10k; add $5 after June 28. Contact Julie Dubé (506-479-1882) info@valleyspcalavallee.com FMI
Monday, July 6-Friday, July 10
Libby Camps Kids’ Week, Oxbow
Bring your kids to
experience the Maine outdoors! Kids under 20 stay free with 2 paying adults.
Activities throughout include canoe race, outdoor scavenger hunt, fishing
competitions, bonfires, many more. Contact Matt Libby mattandjess@libbycamps.com FMI
Monday,
July 6-Tuesday, July 14
Maine
Conservation Corps Scopan Public Lands Project, Chapman
Contact MCC at least one week ahead of time. Volunteers
welcome for day time and overnight participation; must be at least 14 years of
age. Contact Dylan Cookson, MCC Volunteer Coordinator (207-624-6092) or dylan.cookson@maine.gov FMI
Thursday, July 9
Malcolm
Science Center Planetarium Presentation, Easton
Friday,
July 10
Woodie
Wheaton Land Trust Monument Brook Canoe Trip, Orient
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Depart Orient border crossing in
Grand Laker canoes; paddle north to wildest place in the watershed. Great wildlife
viewing! Guide’s lunch provided. Traditional wood/canvas canoes available or
bring your own boat. Contact Patty Michaud (207-448-3250) or info@woodiewheaton.org FMI
Friday,
July 10
Musterd
Mile, Caribou
1-mile run on Sweden Street for all ages.
Registration: 6:00 p.m. at Caribou High School Race start: 7:00 p.m. Contact
Bruce Freme (207-496-8731) FMI
Friday,
July 10
Our
Katahdin Maine Outdoor Film Festival Screening, East Millinocket
Join us for a special MOFF screening! 7:00 p.m. at
Hathaway's (at East Branch Sno Rovers Clubhouse) during East Millinocket
SummerFest! Cost: FREE! $5 donation or more to any Our Katahdin project guarantees
admission. Visit www.maineoutdoorfilmfestival.com FMI
Saturday,
July 11-Sunday, July 12
Ride
Aroostook, Presque Isle
This two-day bicycle tour event benefits Camp
Adventure, a summer camp for children with Type 1 diabetes. Each day is split
into two rides with full support, rest areas, first aid, and mechanical
services. Contact Judy Holmquist (207-498-1112) or info@ridearoostook.org FMI
Saturday,
July 11-Sunday, July 12
Maine
State Parks and Lands Loon Plate Weekend, Statewide
All vehicles bearing Maine Loon Conservation license
plates are allowed free entrance to Maine state parks and historic sites; does
not apply to Baxter State Park and some other facilities. Contact Aroostook
State Park (207-768-8341) FMI
*Saturday,
July 11-Sunday, July 12
1st
Annual Triathlon Pohénégamook, Pohénégamook, QC
A family event, Saturday will be kids’ triathlon; Sunday
will give way to adult competitions. Wide variety of disciplines available:
triathlon, duathlon, aqua-bike, swimming, running. Accommodations, camping
available on site! Visit www.pohenegamook.com/pspa/fr/evenements
FMI
Saturday,
July 11
CompetitorME
Freedom Run, Presque Isle
A patriotic summer “kick off” run unlike any other,
including The County’s only 10k! Registration: 7:00 a.m. at PI Middle School
track. 1-mi. Kids’ Fun Run start: 8:30 a.m. 5k/10k start: 9:00 a.m. T-shirt to
first 100 registrants. All finishers receive a medal! Visit www.competitorme.com FMI
Saturday,
July 11
East
Millinocket SummerFest 5k Walk/Run, East Millinocket
Registration: 7:00 a.m. at Opal Myrick Park. Walk
start: 7:45 a.m. Run start: 8:00 a.m. Children's Color Race start: 8:45 a.m. Cost:
$10; includes t-shirt. Contact East Millinocket Town Office (207-746-3560) FMI
Saturday,
July 11
1st
Annual Shin Pond Fishing Derby, Mount Chase
Rules, registration forms can be obtained at Patten
Town Office and local businesses. Contact Patten Park & Recreation Dept. (207-528-2902)
or Patten Town Office 207-528-2215) FMI
Saturday,
July 11
Easton
Field Days 5k Race/Walk, Easton
Registration: 7:30 a.m. at Easton Elementary School
Playground. Race start: 8:00 a.m. Cost: $15/person; all participants receive
t-shirt. Ribbons awarded to top 3 finishers in each category. Proceeds benefit
EHS Girls Soccer Team. Contact Rebecca Allen (207-227-0959) FMI
Saturday,
July 11
12th
Annual Bon Coeur Run, St. Quentin, NB
Registration: 8:30 a.m. at Mgr. Martin Elementary
School, 15 Deschênes St. 1k Youth (3 to 11 years) Race start: 9:00 a.m. 2k, 5k,
10k race start: 10:00 a.m. (all times Atlantic). Contact Mireille Caron
(506-235-3389) or Stéphanie Thériault (506-235-1951) FMI
*Saturday,
July 11
Libby
Camps 125th Year Celebration Lunch, Oxbow
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Everyone welcome to help
celebrate a Traditional Maine Sporting Camp that has been in the Libby Family
for 125 years! BBQ, swimming, canoeing, fishing, kayaking, great stories about
the history of the camp. Cost: $10/adult, $5/kid, FREE/5 and under. Contact Matt Libby mattandjess@libbycamps.com FMI
Sunday,
July 12
Covered
Bridge Run, Hartland, NB
Run the World's Longest Covered Bridge and along the
beautiful St. John River. 5k, 10k start: 8:00 a.m.; Kid's Run start: 10:00 a.m.
(all times Atlantic). Cost: $20/5k, $25/10k Run, $5/Kid's Run; t-shirt to first
150 registrants. Keynote speaker David Goodrich from Houlton at Free Pre-Race
Spaghetti Supper on Saturday. Contact Stephanie Paul (506-328-9550) or paul.steph8@gmail.com FMI
Sunday, July 12
Tri Aroostook Kids, Fort
Kent
USAT-sanctioned
youth triathlon for ages 6-15. Athletes compete as individuals at varying
distances based on age; capped at 125 athletes. Second of three youth
triathlons in a series. Contact Jonathan Kelley competitorme@gmail.com FMI
Monday,
July 13-Friday, July 17
Mars
Hill Kidz Klub Adventure Camp, Mars Hill
Love the outdoors, team building, games, tracking animals,
camp cooking? Join Kidz Klub for a real outdoor adventure, including tenting out
at the top of Mars Hill Mountain (parents required). Camp meets 3:00-4:45 p.m.
daily. Open to all. Cost: $30. Visit www.facebook.com/MHKidzKlub FMI
Tuesday,
July 14
Potato
Blossom Festival Canoe & Kayak Fun Day, Fort Fairfield
3:00-5:00 p.m. at Frontier Fish and Game Club, Monson
Pond. Some canoes and kayaks available with life vests, or bring your own.
Paddlers must wear a life vest; children must be accompanied by adult. FREE
Hotdog B.B.Q. to follow. Contact Garrett Martin (207-356-7781) FMI
Wednesday,
July 15
From
Pluto at the Speed of Light, Houlton to Presque Isle
40-mile run along Maine Solar System Model from Pluto
(HOU) to Earth (PQI) to mark arrival of NASA's mission to Pluto. Viewing party at
Percy's Auto Sales at 8:45 a.m. to cheer runners, see images from Pluto. Contact
Kevin McCartney kevin.mccartney@umpi.edu or
visit www.umpi.edu/pluto-to-earth FMI
Thursday,
July 16
Potato
Blossom Festival Baby & Bike Parade, Fort Fairfield
Bring your decorated bikes, helmets, wagons, or
strollers! Registration: 6:30 p.m. at Cary Adventure Park at FFHS Athletic
Complex. Bike Parade start: 7:00 p.m. at FF Elementary School entrance,
Brunswick Ave. Contact Fort Fairfield Chamber (207-472-3802) FMI
Friday,
July 17
Potato
Blossom Festival Bike Rodeo, Fort Fairfield
9:00 a.m. at CP Station Park. For kids ages 12 and
under. Bring your bike and join in the fun! Visit www.fortfairfield.org FMI
Saturday,
July 18
2015
Maine Audubon Loon Count Project, Statewide
Be a citizen scientist; go to your favorite lake or
pond to count loons and help protect them and their lake habitat. The count
occurs between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m.; the early morning provides an excellent
snapshot of our loon population. Contact Susan Gallo (207-781-2330 x216) or sgallo@maineaudubon.org FMI
Saturday,
July 18
Centreville
SummerFest 5k Run/Walk, Centreville, NB
Registration: 8:00 a.m. at Centreville Community
School. Race start: 8:30 a.m. Cost: $20. Each participant receives t-shirt; awards
given in each category; refreshments served immediately following race. Contact
Andrea Callahan (506-276-3671) or clerk@aernet.ca FMI
Saturday,
July 18
Potato
Blossom Festival 5-Miler, Fort Fairfield
Walk start: 8:30 a.m. across from Hillside IGA, Main
St. Run start: 9:00 a.m. Contact Paul Lamoreau (207-764-6517) FMI
Saturday,
July 18
Potato
Blossom Festival Chris Clark Bike Stunt Show, Fort Fairfield
Breathtaking display of balance and agility, message
about why a drug-free lifestyle is crucial for reaching potential. Shows at 4:00,
5:30, 7:00 p.m. at Acadia Medical Supply parking lot, Main St. Sponsored by
Healthy You, Power of Prevention. Contact Mark Shea mshea@carymed.org FMI
Saturday,
July 18
2nd
Annual Woodie Wheaton Land Trust Mickey Finn Day, Weston
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Rideout’s Lodge. Youth ages
3-15 learn outdoor skills at interactive stations, participate in activities,
with great prizes. Rain or shine. Cost: FREE; includes hot dog lunch Contact
WWLT (207-448-3250) or info@woodiewheaton.org FMI
Sunday,
July 19
Potato
Blossom Festival Spud Cycle Classic, Fort Fairfield
25-mile, 12-mile (ages 13-15) events. Registration:
8:00 a.m. at FF Community Center. Race start: 10:00 a.m. at FF Public Library. Cost:
$15; includes t-shirt to first 50 registrants. Contact Tom Towle (207-472-3882)
or ttowle@fortfairfield.org FMI
Sunday,
July 19
Potato
Blossom Festival Floatilla of Fun, Fort Fairfield
Bring your kayaks and canoes; join us on the Aroostook
River for an afternoon of floating, fun, serenity, many opportunities to enjoy
wildlife. 2:00
p.m. at Forbes Landing, 6 mi. north of Fort Fairfield on Rt. 161. Cost:
FREE! Contact Tom Towle (207-472-3882) or ttowle@fortfairfield.org FMI
Sunday,
July 19
Potato
Blossom Festival Chris Clark Bike Stunt Show, Fort Fairfield
Breathtaking display of balance and agility, message
about why a drug-free lifestyle is crucial for reaching potential. Shows at 3:00,
5:00, 7:00 p.m. at Acadia Medical Supply parking lot, Main St. Sponsored by
Healthy You, Power of Prevention. Contact Mark Shea mshea@carymed.org FMI
Monday,
July 20-Tuesday, July 28
Maine
Conservation Corps Scopan Public Lands Project, Chapman
Contact MCC at least one week ahead of time.
Volunteers welcome for day time and overnight participation; must be at least
14 years of age. Contact Dylan Cookson, MCC Volunteer Coordinator
(207-624-6092) or dylan.cookson@maine.gov FMI
Saturday,
July 25
PI
Historical Society Guided Historic Downtown Walking Tour, Presque Isle
10:00 a.m.-Noon. This guided two-mile tour begins and
ends at the 1875 Vera Estey House Museum, 16 Third Street, and covers over 30
historic sites and individuals. Fee: FREE; $2 donation suggested. Contact Kim
Smith (207-762-1151) or visit www.pihistory.org FMI
Friday, July 31 to Sunday,
August 2
Nordic Trail Festival,
Presque Isle
Nordic
Heritage Sport Club hosts a celebration of community, trails and lifestyle.
Tackle the trails for a day of running or biking; relax and take part in
various events. Enjoy live music, games, contests, food, racing, and the
awesome trails of the Nordic Heritage Center. Visit www.nordictrailfestival.com FMI
*Saturday,
August 1
Coureur
des Bois Triathlon, Edmundston, NB
Re-trace steps of French-Canadian woodsmen who
ventured into the woods to trade for furs; racers carry a package from start to
finish while canoeing, mountain biking, running. Contact Eric Carrier
(506-740-0489) or eric.carrier@twinriverspaper.com or
visit www.foirebrayonne.com/#!coureur-des-bois/chbe FMI
Saturday, August 1
Tim Horton’s Joe McGuire
Road Race, Woodstock, NB
10k
Run, 5k Run/Walk. Route is flat and fast along the beautiful St. John River.
Registration: on-line only at www.atlanticchip.ca. Race start: 8:30 a.m.
(Atlantic) at Woodstock Fire Station/Town Hall, 824 Main St. Contact Woodstock
Recreation Dept. (506-325-4671) FMI
*Saturday, August 1
Van Buren Class of 2018 Color
the Valley 5k Run/Walk/Roll, Van Buren
Registration:
8:00 a.m. at St John Valley Health Center, 4 Main St. Cost: $30/pre-reg.,
$35/race day, FREE/kids 10 and under; first 100 paid registrants receive FREE
shirt! Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/color-the-valley-5k-tickets-17067505368
FMI
Saturday, August 1
UMFK Summer Fun Run, Fort
Kent
5k
Run/Walk. Registration: 8:00 a.m. at UMFK Sports Center. Race start: 9:00 a.m. Contact
Lucas Levesque (207-834-7876) or lucas.levesque@maine.edu
FMI
Saturday, August 1
Island Falls Summer Fest 4k
Walk/5K Run, Island Falls
Kids’
Run start: 8:45 a.m. Walk/Run start: 9:00 a.m. at Island Falls Municipal
Building. Winners receive their choice of homemade pies and other delectable
desserts. Cost: $12/pre-reg., $15/day of race; first 100 receive t-shirt.
Contact John Walker (207-504-1456) or jswalkerinc@gmail.com
FMI
Saturday, August 1
Brayons Cours Kids’ 1k,
Edmundston, NB
Race
start: 5:00 p.m. (Atlantic) at Sports Experts, 33 Canada Rd., downtown
Edmundston. For children 12 and under. Contact Daniel Violette dviolett@nbnet.nb.ca FMI
Sunday, August 2
Brayons Cours 10k,
Edmundston, NB
Race
start: 9:00 a.m. (Atlantic) at Palladium Arena in St. Jacques,
NB. Other distances: 1k, 3k, 5k, 21.1k, 3k walk. Pre-register at www.inscriptionenligne.ca/brayons-cours. Technical t-shirt to first
200 registrations online. Light meal served after race. Contact Daniel Violette
dviolett@nbnet.nb.ca FMI
*Saturday,
August 8
SFC
Aaron Henderson Memorial 5k Run/Walk, Houlton
This is a cross country style race. Registration: 7:30
a.m. at Houlton Community Park. Presentation 8:30 a.m. Run/Walk start: 9:00
a.m. All proceeds to Wounded Warrior Project. Contact MACS Trading Post (207-521-4904)
FMI
*Saturday,
August 8
County
Open Half Marathon, Island Falls
Race start: 8:00 a.m. Meet at Island Falls Municipal
Building. Contact John Walker (207-415-1688) or jswalkerinc@gmail.com FMI
Ongoing Programs:
Caribou Rec Xtreme Youth
Outdoor Adventure Program, Caribou
Weekly, beginning June 19.
Exciting opportunities include Allagash Canoeing, Bar Harbor Hiking, trips to
Baxter State Park. Register now! Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) FMI
Fort Kent Outdoor Center
Road Bike Ride, Fort Kent
Sundays; 8:00 a.m. behind Irving on
Main St. June-September. Rides last 2+ hours and range 20-40 miles. All riders
welcome. Come join the fun and experience some great rides. Contact Norm Martin
njmartin@fairpoint.net FMI
Sunday Saunter Running
Group, Presque Isle
Sundays; 10:00 a.m. at UMPI's
Gentile Hall. Open to all abilities; be ready for an easy run of 30-45 minutes,
and bring friends! Contact Jonathan Kelley competitorme@gmail.com FMI
Guided Bootlegger Trail
Hike, Rivière-Bleue, QC
Sundays; fourth Sunday/month at the
end of Chemin Brissette at Pied-du-Lac (Long Lake). The Rivière-Bleue
Appalachian Hiking Club invites visitors to get acquainted with The Bootlegger
trails, which will connect you with exceptional nature, islands, animal, and a
magical setting. Cost: Free! Contact Marielle Landry (418-893-2649) or info1@routedesfrontieres.com FMI
NHSC Group Mountain Bike
Ride, Presque Isle
Mondays; 6:00 p.m. at Nordic
Heritage Center Lodge. 8-12 miles. All abilities welcome. Happy to show
visitors our amazing trail system. Contact Tom
Chasse (207-694-5222) or tom@bikeboardandski.com FMI
MOJO Monday Meander,
Presque Isle
Mondays; 6:00 p.m. at MOJO
Outdoor Sports. Easy road bike group ride. Average speed: 14-18 mph for 22
miles. Contact Mark Fullen (207-760-9500) or info@mojooutdoorsports.com FMI
Walking Group, Caribou
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays; 6:00 p.m. at Downtown Mall
parking lot. Open to the public; weather permitting. A good way to exercise and
meet new friends. Contact Pauline or Renee (207-492-2079) evenings FMI
Tuesday Track Workouts,
Caribou
Tuesdays; 5:15 p.m. at CHS. Join
runners of all abilities to do predetermined intervals, your own workout, or
just run with others and forget the workout. Average distance: 5-9 miles; can
be adapted per individual. Contact PJ Gorneault pgorneault@rsu39.org FMI
Jessome’s Friendly Group
Road Bike Ride, Edmundston, NB
Tuesdays; 6:30 p.m. (Atlantic) at
Jessome’s parking lot. Different routes/distances from 30k to 60k! Average
speed: 25-30 kmh. Contact Marc-André Martin (506 735-6292) FMI
NHSC Women's Trail Night,
Presque Isle
Tuesdays; 6:00 p.m. at Nordic
Heritage Center Lodge. May-June. Leaders will take you on hiking, trail
running, and mountain biking adventures; beginner and intermediate groups.
Equipment rentals available. Visit www.nordicheritagecenter.com FMI
River Valley Runners Tuesday
Fun Run, Woodstock, NB
Tuesdays; 7:00 p.m. (Atlantic) at Woodstock Farm &
Craft Market, 220 King Street. Distance: 5k. Pace: Easy. Have fun and share the
joy of running! Visit
www.facebook.com/groups/rvrunnersnb FMI
Perception of Aroostook
Guided Aroostook River Tour, Presque Isle
Wednesdays; 4:30 p.m. at Perception of
Aroostook, 9 Caribou Rd. Paddle Washburn to Presque Isle; bird watching, lessons,
relaxation! 2.5-4 hours. Shuttle Fee: $10; Kayak rental and shuttle: $35.
Contact Leo Freeman (207-764-5506) FMI
NHSC Group Mountain Bike
Ride, Presque Isle
Wednesdays; 6:00 p.m. at Nordic
Heritage Center Fort Road trailhead. 8-12 miles. All abilities welcome. Happy
to show visitors our amazing trail system. Contact Tom
Chasse (207-694-5222) or tom@bikeboardandski.com FMI
MOJO Good Times Ride,
Presque Isle
Wednesdays; 6:00 p.m. at MOJO
Outdoor Sports. Moderate road bike group ride. Average speed: 15-18 mph for
20-30 miles. Contact Mark Fullen (207-760-9500) or info@mojooutdoorsports.com FMI
FKOC Outdoor Fun Night, Fort
Kent
Wednesdays; 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Fort
Kent Outdoor Center. Paintball, Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Walking,
Hiking, Road Biking. All ages, abilities welcome. Programming will depend on
requests of participants. Come out and let us know how you would like to
participate! Contact Fort Kent Outdoor Center (207-834-6203) FMI
Village of Perth-Andover
Walk in the Park, Perth-Andover, NB
Wednesdays; 6:30–7:30 p.m. (Atlantic) at
Perth-Andover Bandstand; weather permitting. Visit www.perth-andover.com FMI
River Valley Runners
Thursday Fun Run, Woodstock, NB
Thursdays; 8:30 a.m. (Atlantic) at
Woodstock Farm & Craft Market, 220 King Street. Distance: 5k. Pace: Easy.
Have fun and share the joy of running! Visit www.facebook.com/groups/rvrunnersnb FMI
Bike
Board and Ski Road Bike Ride, Presque Isle
Saturdays;
7:30 a.m. at BB&S rear entrance behind Northeastland Hotel. 25-35 miles;
1.5-2 hours. Pace: moderate to fast; 16-18 mph early season, 18-20 mph
mid-season. Contact Andrew Bouchard (207-551-7027) or andrew@bikeboardandski.com FMI
River Valley Runners
Saturday Fun Run, Woodstock, NB
Saturdays; 8:30 a.m. (Atlantic) at Woodstock Farm &
Craft Market, 220 King Street. Distance: 5k. Pace: Easy. Have fun and share the
joy of running! Visit
www.facebook.com/groups/rvrunnersnb FMI
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