Aroostook Outdoor News: 9.8.16 edition

In this edition: 1) Fundraising and awareness walks and runs in #PresqueIsle, FortKent, and #Caribou. 2) Historical and #Birding walks in Presque Isle and #FortFairfield. 3) A #YouthTriathlon in Presque Isle. Plus lots more! #offugo...

#AroostookThing of the week: The Aroostook Birders Christina Reservoir Shorebirds Walk in Fort Fairfield on Saturday, September 10.

Millions of people worldwide enjoy watching birds.

And, wouldn’t you know it; some of those people happen to live right here in Aroostook County.

It’s a fact. Some of those #Aroostookians that enjoy watching birds have formed a club.

Collectively, they are known as the Aroostook Birders. They put on some fantastic events year-round that are designed to share their passion for bird-watching and their appreciation for northern Maine’s natural environment.

If you have always wondered how experienced birders can confidently identify birds with just a glimpse or where to go to find birds, then this weekend’s #AroostookBirders event is surely for you.

The group is hosting a Shorebirds Walk, rain or shine, at Christina Reservoir in Fort Fairfield from 8:00-11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 10.

Christina is one of the best spots in #TheCounty to see a diversity of migrating shorebirds; almost 20 different species were seen here last year! Participants will walk the dike and scan the shores at a peak time for species diversity and numbers; low water levels will provide ample habitat. Some spotting scopes available for use.

Interested parties will meet at the reservoir access point on Conant (Townline) Rd. Be sure to dress for the weather and terrain. Visit www.aroostookbirders.com for more information.

#AroostookNote: Aroostook skies, undoubtedly, are some of the clearest in the lower 48. Our night skies have put on quite a show as of late; if you’re one of the lucky ones, you’ve been able to see some spectacular meteor showers and aurora borealis displays. I just got word that a new astronomy club is starting up in Presque Isle, appropriately know as #TheStarCity. Check the September listing in the calendar for more info.

Thursday, September 8

Friends of Baxter State Park Wilderness and Nature-Based Tourism Speaker Series: Photographing the Giants of the North, Millinocket. 7:00-8:30 p.m. at BSP HQ, 64 Balsam Dr. Guest speaker Mark Picard, pro photographer and owner of Moose Prints Gallery, discusses nature photography, with a particular focus on moose, as well as the Katahdin region’s creative economy, moose-related tourism. Light refreshments provided. Visit www.friendsofbaxter.org FMI

Friday, September 9

Friends of Baxter State Park Day Hike of the Owl, Millinocket. The Owl is a challenging day hike with spectacular views of Witherle Ravine and Katahdin. We’ll make the 6.6-mile round trip and enjoy lunch on the summit if conditions permit. Capacity: 11 Host: Aaron Megquier. Advance sign-up required; space is limited. Contact Sarah Holland admin@friendsofbaxter.org FMI

Friday, September 9-Sunday, September 11

Appalachian Mountain Club Maine Weekend Getaway: Art & Outdoors Combined, Mt Chase. With comforts of bed, meals provided at Mt. Chase Lodge, participants choose from a range of foliage walks or hikes, artistic endeavors including drawing, printmaking in a welcoming space at the lodge. Participants do not need to be skilled artists or accomplished hikers. Cost: $225/person; includes lodging, meals. Contact Emily Davis emilyjfdavis@gmail.com FMI

Friday, September 9

Presque Isle Historical Society Guided Historic Fairmount Cemetery Tour, Presque Isle. Meet at 5:30 p.m. at Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce, 3 Houlton Road. 1.5-hour guided walking tour; discuss origins, Victorian influences, 30 local historic figures. Many hills on tour. Cost: $5; reservations required. Contact Kimberly Smith (207-762-1151) or visit www.pihistory.org FMI

Saturday, September 10

CompetitorME Sock it to C.A.N.C.E.R. Kids’ 1 Mile Fun Run, 5k Run/Walk, Presque Isle. An event to celebrate survivorship, offer hope to those currently battling cancer, show support for anyone with cancer, remember a loved one, and to show unity as a community for hope. This event recognizes all cancers. Registration: 7:00 a.m. at Mantle Lake Park. Fun Run start: 8:15 a.m. 5k start: 9:00 a.m. Visit www.competitorme.com FMI

Saturday, September 10

Aroostook Birders Christina Reservoir Shorebirds Walk, Fort Fairfield. 8:00-11:00 a.m. Meet at reservoir access point on Conant (Townline) Rd. One of the best spots to see a diversity of migrating shorebirds; almost 20 different species seen here! Walk the dike and scan the shores at a peak time for species diversity and numbers; low water levels will provide ample habitat. Spotting scopes available. Rain or shine. Visit www.aroostookbirders.com FMI

Saturday, September 10

Fort Fairfield Frontier Fish and Game Club Firearms Hunter's Safety Course, Fort Fairfield. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at FFFFG Clubhouse, 550 Dorsey Rd. This is a practical skills day; participants required to complete online course at www.hunter-ed.com/maine, print certificate, bring survival kit, participate in all activities on skills day, then pass the exam. Students ages 10-12 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Contact (207-356-7781) gbmartin05@gmail.com FMI

Saturday, September 10

St. John Valley Out of the Darkness Walk, Fort Kent. Walk in memory or support of those who have lost someone to suicide. Suicide can be prevented. Join the movement! Registration: 9:00 a.m. at Fort Kent Lions' Pavilion. Walk start: 10:00 a.m.; balloon release to follow. Proceeds to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to raise awareness, provide education and support to survivors of suicide loss, etc. Contact Jennifer Malmborg (207-231-4868) or jennifer.malmborg@nmmc.org FMI

*Saturday, September 10

Walk MS: Caribou 2016, Caribou. Check-in: 9:00 a.m. at Cary Medical Center, 163 Van Buren Rd. Walk start: 10:00 a.m. Route length: 3.5 miles (1.25 mile option). Contact Sue Tidd (800-344-4867) or

sue.tidd@nmss.org FMI

Saturday, September 10

Lower Brighton Wesleyan Church Community Fun Run & Jamboree, Lower Brighton, NB. Fun Run start: 10:00 a.m. (Atlantic Time) at Lower Brighton Wesleyan Church, 5860 Route 105. Activities also include: Free Lunch, Bouncy Houses and Games, Family Movie, Potluck Supper, Outdoor Live Music, Fireworks. Contact Lower Brighton Wesleyan Church (506-375-6421) FMI

*Saturday, September 10

4th Annual Zombie Apocalypse 5k Walk/Shuffle/Run, Caribou. Watch out for Zombies who will be waiting around every corner! Registration: 11:00 a.m. at Cary Medical Center Trails/Cary Rehab. Race start: 12:00 p.m. Fee: $10; to benefit Caribou Bread of Life Soup Kitchen. Don't want to run? Zombies needed! Join us at 11:00 a.m. for Zombie Makeup and plans to spread out on the course. Contact Graham Warne (207-328-4052) or warne.graham@jobcorps.org FMI

*Saturday, September 10

Aroostook County Astronomy Club, Presque Isle. 7:00 p.m. at UMPI Campus Center Room 118, then outside. Inaugural meeting of a new amateur astronomy club. Contact James Stepp james.stepp@maine.edu or visit The Aroostook County Astronomy Club on facebook.

Sunday, September 11

TAMC/UMPI/Healthy Aroostook Redy Youth Triathlon, Presque Isle. Competitors will swim, bike, and run on the UMPI campus in three different divisions; 7-9 year olds, 10-12 year olds, 13-14 year olds. Cost: $10/child. Pre-registration required. Visit www.redyyouthtriathlon.org FMI

*Sunday, September 11

Woodstock Rec. Little Mudder, Woodstock, NB. For ages 2-10 yrs. Mud and foam run obstacle course! Registration: 12:00 p.m. at Ayr Motor Center, 105 Connell Park Road. Run start: 1:00 p.m. (all times Atlantic). Cost: $10/little; includes event shirt. Free snacks provided by Subway. Littles should bring towel, appropriate footwear, goggles. Contact Woodstock Rec. (506-325-4671) FMI

Monday, September 12

Squa Pan Outing Club Meeting, Mapleton. 7:00 p.m. at the Mapleton Lions Club. Maine IF&W Fisheries Biologist Frank Frost discusses fish distribution in Aroostook County. Contact Aaron Buzza (207-760-9115) or abuzza@ainop.com FMI

Tuesday, September 13

Caribou Rec. Take It Outside Series Adult Mars Hill Wind Mill & Pineland Farms Tours, Caribou. Guided 1/2 mile walk up gradual terrain to the base of one of a giant windmill; SunEdison staff will be on site to answer questions. Break for lunch, then visit Pineland Farms Potato Co. and Cheese Facility for a guided tour with the company president. Preregistration required. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

*Tuesday, September 13

Big Rock Transportation 5k Walk/Run, Mars Hill. Annual Driver Appreciation Week Fundraiser to raise money for Catholic Charities. Starts: 5:30 p.m. Contact Melissa Hallett (207-425-8907) FMI

Friday, September 16

Trails End Festival Hard Core Project, Millinocket. 7:00 a.m. at Appalachian Trail Lodge. A yearly festival tradition and a way to give back to the Appalachian Trail; work on the AT, earn a Trails End Hard Core patch, then enjoy a BBQ at the AT Lodge. It is a hard day's work but a lot of fun! Contact Appalachian Trail Lodge (207-723-4321) FMI

Friday, September 16-Sunday, September 18

Caribou Rec Xtreme North Maine Woods Fly Fishing Outing, Caribou. The North Maine Woods is full of hot fishing locations; some are so good that few have ever had a chance to experience them. Youth in grades 5-11 will spend two nights at Macannamac Sporting Camps on Spider Lake, fishing from canoes; must have own fly fishing equipment. Instruction provided.  Cost: $120; includes meals, not snacks. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

Saturday, September 17

Buttermilk Creek Fall Festival 5k Color Run, Florenceville-Bristol, NB. Registration: 8:00 a.m. at Northern Carleton Civic Centre. Race start: 9:00 a.m. (all times Atlantic). A fun, family-friendly event! Runners encouraged to wear white to show off all the colors at the end of the run; sunglasses also recommended. Color powder supplies limited. Cost: $5/child, $10/adults, $25/family; first 20 adults, 20 children to register will receive t-shirt. Visit www.facebook.com/ButtermilkCreekFallFestival FMI

Saturday, September 17

15th Annual Frost Memorial Library Linda M. Page Memorial Walk-A-Thon, Limestone. Registration: 9:00 a.m. at Frost Memorial Library, 42 Main St. Walk start: 10:00 a.m. Linda started as a volunteer, became Assistant Librarian, then Librarian. Join us as we honor her memory and raise money for the library endowment fund. First 30 registrant to raise $30 receive t-shirt. Contact Robert A. Frost Memorial Library (207-325-4706) or fml@limestonemaine.org FMI

*Saturday, September 17

Riverfront Harvest Festival Cross Country 5k, Houlton. Great old-fashioned family fun day: games, vendors, lots more, including 5k race on the RSU 29 Bird Farm running trails! Registration: 9:00 a.m. at Houlton High School Outdoor Class Room (behind HHS). Kids’ Run start: 9:45 a.m. 2k Walk start: 10:00 a.m. 5k Run start: 10:05 a.m. Fee: $12; t-shirt to first 30 registrants. Contact Chris Rines (207-532-4216) or visit www.facebook.com/runaharvest5k FMI

Saturday, September 17

SJV Senior College Fish Farm Tour, Frenchville. 10:00 a.m. at Mountain Springs Trout Farm, 6 Picard Ave. Something is fishy in Frenchville. From fish eggs to the plate, see for yourself the complete life of a farm-raised trout. You may even be able to wet a line. Fort Kent carpool departs UMFK Sport Center at 9:30 a.m. Cost: $15; includes tuition for all SJV Senior College classes that term. Contact MSAD 27 Adult & Community Education Office (207-834-3536) FMI

Saturday, September 17

Trails End Festival Millinocket Stream Canoe Trip, Millinocket. 10:00 a.m. at Crandall Park; carpool to put-in. Led by Registered Maine Guide Greg Friel. Limited number of canoes available, or bring your own canoe or kayak. All children must be accompanied by parent; young children must have own PFD. Contact Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce (207-723-4443) FMI

Saturday, September 17

Natural Resources Council of Maine Hike the Park!, Stacyville. 11:00 a.m. at Barnard Mt. trailhead, Katahdin Loop Road mile marker 12. Pack a lunch, lace up your hiking boots, and join us for a fun 4-mile hike up Barnard Mountain in the new Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument for spectacular views of Katahdin, Katahdin Lake, and the Turner Mountains. Appropriate for hikers of all abilities. Call/email for maps. Contact Eliza Donoghue (207-430-0118) or eliza@nrcm.org FMI

Sunday, September 18

Caribou Marathon, Half Marathon and Kids’ Marathon, Caribou. First ever USATF certified Marathon in Aroostook County, and the most Northeastern Qualifier in the United States! Registration: online ONLY; ends August 31, at 11:59 p.m. Pre-race Dinner and Expo to be held Saturday, Sept. 17. Contact Lydia Kieffer lkieffer@cariboumaine.org or www.caribouraces.com FMI

Sunday, September 18

Trails End Festival 5k Run/Walk, Millinocket. Sponsored by Partnership for a Healthy Northern Penobscot. Registration: 8:30 a.m. at Pelletier Loggers Family Restaurant Bar & Grill, Penobscot Ave. Race start: 9:30 a.m. Visit www.trailsendfestival.org FMI

Sunday, September 18

Trails End Festival Hike the Bait Hole Trip, Millinocket. 9:30 a.m. at the bandstand in the park; join local trail expert Don Nodine for 60-90 minute hike on the Bait Hole Trail. Contact Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce (207-723-4443) FMI

*Sunday, September 18

Fort Kent Outdoor Center Interpretive Tree Trail Tour, Fort Kent. 1:00-3:00 p.m. at FKOC. Guided tour of our new Interpretive Tree Trail; join us as we visit each Tree Station on the trail and follow along in the Flipbooks that explain the stations. Refreshments, door prizes in the lodge after tour. Contact Laura Audibert (207-834-6773) or LA4568@roadrunner.com FMI

Tuesday, September 20

Caribou Rec. Take It Outside Series Adult Trip to Red River Camps, Caribou. Host Jen Brophy will provide a tour and sit-down lunch; learn the history of one of northern Maine’s hidden gems, nestled into a flurry of trout ponds and rugged mountains in Deboullie Twp.; visit nearby ponds, Red River Falls. Cost: $35; includes transportation, North Maine Woods access, meal. Preregistration required. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

Tuesday, September 20 and Wednesday, September 21

MSAD 1 Adult Ed. GPS & Geocaching Course, Presque Isle. 6:00-8:00 p.m. at PIHS Room 411. An introductory class that will provide you with the basics to using a GPS navigational system. Join in on the fun as we test our skills with coordinates by finding hidden clues at our destination! Cost: $15. Contact LeRae Kinney (207-764-4776) or lerae.kinney@sad1.org FMI

Wednesday, September 21

SJV Senior College Deboullie Outing, Fort Kent. Join us for a day-long trip to Deboullie with SAD 27 seventh grade students for lunch and learning activities. Carpool departs UMFK Sport Center at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $15; includes tuition for all SJV Senior College classes that term. Contact MSAD 27 Adult & Community Education Office (207-834-3536) or visit www.sjvsc.org FMI

Saturday, September 24-Sunday, September 25

Caribou Rec. Take It Outside Series Adult Allagash Exploration, Caribou. One night stay at Macannamac Camps on Spider Lake; tour Churchill Dam Museum, hike to historic Chamberlain Lake trains. Participants must be in excellent shape. Preregistration required. Cost: $75; includes transportation, lodging, meals, not snacks. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

Saturday, September 24
2016 Walk to End Alzheimer's – Northern Maine, Fort Kent. Take the first step to a world without Alzheimer's. Check-in: 8:00 a.m. at Riverside Park. Ceremony: 9:00 a.m. Walk start: 9:30 a.m. Route Length: 2 miles. Contact: Chris Sedenka (207-772-0115) or csedenka@alz.org FMI

Saturday, September 24

Presque Isle 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

Monday, September 26

Caribou Rec. Take It Outside Series Adult Moose & Fall Foliage Ride, Caribou. We’ll take a ride to various moose tagging stations, starting in Fort Kent, down Route 11, stopping at Hedgehog Mountain for refreshments, break for lunch at Dean’s in Portage, then head to Ashland’s Gateway Variety, one of the busiest moose tagging stations in Maine, concluding our day at Ben’s Trading Post in Presque Isle. Preregistration required. Cost: $25, includes sit down lunch. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

Wednesday, September 28 and Saturday, October 8

RSU 29 Adult Ed. Firearms Hunter Safety Course, Houlton. 6:00-9:00 p.m. on 9/28; 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on 10/8 at Houlton High School Cafeteria. Maine DIF&W Hunter Education is more than gun safety; taught by trained, certified instructors, students receive course handbook, outdoor survival info, and more. Course includes lectures and demonstrations, field experiences, and written exam. Cost: $5/person. Contact Melody Gonya (207-521-3100) or melody.gonya@rsu29.org FMI

*Saturday, October 1

Cary Medical Center Ladies Auxiliary Walk for Hope, Caribou. Get your pledge forms today at Cary, all Pines Health Services locations, and local banks. Proceeds benefit “Brian’s Ride” to assist Jefferson Cary Cancer Center patients. Registration: 9:00 a.m. at Cary Medical Center. 2-mile walk start: 10:00 a.m. Light lunch provided. Contact Cary Customer Service Desk (207-498-1380) or visit www.carymedicalcenter.org FMI

*Saturday, October 1

Katahdin Woods & Waters Stars Over Katahdin Wilderness Stargazing, Patten. With some of the starriest skies east of the Mississippi, there are few better places to view the night sky than the new KWW National Monument Loop Road. Campfire with entertaining, informative chats, multiple telescopes available, stargazing with experienced astronomers. Great for families; reservations recommended. Contact Mark Adams (207-852-1291) or lunksoos@gmail.com FMI

Sunday, October 2

UMPI Alumni and All-Comers XC Race, Presque Isle. Distance: 5k. Race start: 11:00 a.m. at UMPI’s Park Family Field (soccer field complex). Contact Chris Smith (207-768-4972) or christopher.smith@umpi.edu FMI

Thursday, October 6-Saturday, October 8

Caribou Rec Xtreme Chimney Pond Camping Trip & Mt. Katahdin Fall Summit, Caribou. What’s better than hiking Mt. Katahdin in the summer? Hiking it in the fall! Never will you hike Mt. Katahdin in the same conditions, that’s part of the beauty of being able to experience Baxter State Park in different times of the year. For youth in grades 5-11 Cost: $120; includes meals, not snacks. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

*Saturday, October 8

Strong Tower Orphanage Love Run/Walk 5k, Houlton. Event designed for the whole family to help orphans in Caracol, Haiti. Registration: 7:30 a.m. at Military Street Baptist Church. Race start: 9:00 a.m. Cost: $20; includes bib, t-shirt guaranteed to those who register by Sept. 11, light refreshments. Contact Military Street Baptist Church (207-532-6614) or (207-532-2783) or visit www.houltonmsbc.org FMI

*Saturday, October 8

The Dam Run, Perth-Andover, NB. 10k, 5k, Kids’ 1k races. Registration: 10:00 a.m. at River Valley Civic Centre. Kid’s 1k start: 10:30 a.m. 10k, 5k start: 11:00 a.m. (all times Atlantic). Run along the beautiful St. John River; pre-register for "I ran the DAM RUN" t-shirt. Cost: $30/adult, $20/student, $10/Kids’ 1k. Contact Tasha Wright (506-273-4845) or tasha.wright@perth-andover.com FMI

*Saturday, October 8

United Way of Aroostook Book It for Reading 5k and Kids’ Fun Run, Presque Isle. Support for the United Way of Aroostook, bring awareness to the importance of literacy. Registration 11:30 a.m. at Mantle Lake Park, 110 Pine St. Kids’ 1-mile Fun Run start: 1:00 p.m.  5k Run/Walk start: 1:30 p.m.  Cost: $10/Kids’ Fun Run, $25/5k Run/Walk before Sept. 24, $30 after Sept. 23; first 50 registrants receive free shirt. Visit www.runsignup.com/Race/ME/PresqueIsle/BookItForReading FMI

*Friday, October 14

Friends of Baxter State Park North Traveler Day Hike, Patten. North Traveler offers fascinating geology and sweeping views over the northern portion of Baxter State Park and the East Branch of the Penobscot. We’ll depart from South Branch Pond Campground. Advance sign-up required; space is limited. Contact Sarah Holland admin@friendsofbaxter.org FMI

Ongoing Programs:

Fort Kent Outdoor Center Road Bike Ride, Fort Kent. Sundays; 9:00 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

County Strides Running Group, Presque Isle. Sundays; 10:00 a.m. at various locations. Open to all abilities; be ready for an easy run of 30-45 minutes, and bring friends! Visit County Strides at www.facebook.com/groups/447181508818122 FMI

Rivière-Bleue Appalachian Hiking Club Guided Bootlegger Trail Hike, Rivière-Bleue, QC. Fourth Sunday of each month; 1:30 p.m. at the end of Brissette Way. Hike to Long Lake. Visitors are invited to get acquainted with The Bootlegger trails, which will connect you with exceptional nature, islands, animals, and a magical setting. Cost: Free! Contact Marie-Jo Cormier (418-893-2859) or marie-jo.cormier@riviere-bleue.ca FMI

*Francis Malcolm Science Center Walk-in Tours, Easton. Weekdays; 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Experience our planetarium’s new, full-dome, digital projection system, featuring a 30-minute activity; 15 minutes in the star theater, 15 minutes to visit the facility at large. Cost: $5/visitor; reservations requested. Contact FMSC (207-488-5451) FMI

MOJO Monday Meander, Presque Isle. Mondays; 6:00 p.m. at MOJO Outdoor Sports, 30 North St. Easy road bike group ride. Average speed: 14-18 mph for 22 miles. Contact Mark Fullen (207-760-9500) or info@mojooutdoorsports.com FMI

Nordic Heritage Sport Club Group Mountain Bike Ride, Presque Isle. Mondays; 6:00 p.m. at Nordic Heritage Center Lodge, 450 Fort Fairfield Road. Distance: 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

River Valley Runners Fun Run, Woodstock, NB. Mondays; 7:00 p.m. (Atlantic) at LP Fisher Library. Group fun run on “The Loop.” Pace: easy; approximately 4.9k. Visit www.facebook.com/groups/rvrunnersnb FMI

Sportsmen’s, Inc. Meeting, Stockholm. First Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Axle Siding Clubhouse (intersection of Lake Street/Rt. 161). Outdoors men and women promoting the traditions of the outdoors. If you're interested in joining, you're welcome to attend as a guest. Kids are welcome too! Visit www.facebook.com/Sportsmens-Inc-568794129811741 FMI

Friends of Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge Meeting, Limestone. Second Monday of each month; 6:00 p.m. at ANWR headquarters and Visitor’s Center, 97 Refuge Rd. Founded in 1998, Friends are involved in a number of volunteer projects on the ANWR in an effort to balance the enhancing of habitat with the public access privilege to enjoy wildlife in an unmolested environment. Contact Friends of ANWR (207-328-4634) or friendsofanwr@gmail.com FMI

LP Fisher Library Walking Club, Woodstock, NB. Tuesdays; 12:00 p.m. (Atlantic Time). A nice 30 minute (2.8k) jaunt, followed by 20 minutes of stretching led by our resident yoga teacher. All abilities, ages welcome (parents, bring your kids in strollers!). Stretches can be done on the floor with our mats or on chairs. Cost: Free! No sign up necessary. Rain or shine (unless it's really, really bad!). Get out this spring and get moving! Contact LP Fisher Library (506-325-4777) or lpfisher.library@gnb.ca 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 35k to 50k for intermediate to advanced riders. Average speed: 25-30 kmh. Contact Marc-André Martin (506 735-6292) FMI

Nordic Heritage Sport Club Meeting, Presque Isle. First Tuesday of each month; 6:00 p.m. at Nordic Heritage Center, 450 Fort Fairfield Rd. The club promotes healthy outdoor recreation, economic vitality in Central Aroostook County by providing first-class facilities and programs to area residents, athletes, visitors. Visit www.nordicheritagecenter.org FMI

Madawaska Valley Adventure Club Meeting, Madawaska. Second Tuesday of each month; 6:30 p.m. at Four Seasons Lodge, 425 Spring St. Contact Real Deschaine (207-728-4992) FMI

Presque Isle Fish and Game Club Meeting, Presque Isle. Last Tuesday of each month; 5:30 p.m. at PIFG clubhouse, Parsons Road. Established in 1947 to help protect, conserve, maintain and restore our natural resources as well as to protect and promote our outdoor heritage. Meetings include a delicious supper, cash bar, short business meeting. Visit www.pifg.org FMI

Nordic Heritage Sport Club Group Mountain Bike Ride, Presque Isle. Wednesdays; 6:00 p.m. at Nordic Heritage Center Fort Road trailhead, 450 Fort Fairfield Road. 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, 30 North St. 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

Four Seasons Trail Association Meeting, Madawaska. First Wednesday of each month; 6:30 p.m. at Four Seasons Lodge, 425 Spring St. Non-profit organization dedicated to promotion of healthier lifestyles for this community; participation open to anyone interested. Visit www.fourseasonstrail.org FMI

Fort Fairfield Frontier Fish and Game Club, Fort Fairfield. Second and fourth Wednesdays of each month (fourth Wednesdays during summer); 6:00 p.m. at FFFFG clubhouse on Monson Pond, 550 Dorsey Rd. Founded in 1958 to help conserve, protect, maintain, and restore our natural resources and to promote our outdoor heritage. Visit www.heyevent.com/venue/bmyulgbaawlhca FMI

River Valley Runners Fun Run, Woodstock, NB. Thursdays; 7:00 p.m. (Atlantic) at LP Fisher Library. Group fun run on “The Loop.” Pace: easy; approximately 4.9k. 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. 20-30 miles; 1.5-2 hours. Pace: moderate to fast; 16-18 mph. All abilities ride; no mountain bikes. Focus on improving group riding skills, safety and etiquette. Spirited at times, but we regroup several times along the way. Contact Andrew Bouchard (207-551-7027) or andrew@bikeboardandski.com FMI

River Valley Runners Fun Run, Woodstock, NB. Saturdays; 8:30 a.m. (Atlantic) at LP Fisher Library. Group fun run on “The Loop.” Pace: easy; approximately 4.9k. Visit www.facebook.com/groups/rvrunnersnb FMI

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