offugo... Outdoor Calendar 04.17.14

*Thursday, April 17 

Aroostook Birders Presentation: “The Timberdoodle: A Unique Upland Bird,” Presque Isle. 6:30 p.m. in 104B Normal Hall at UMPI. Regional Wildlife Biologist Amanda DeMusz will discuss American Woodcock, including natural history, behaviors, and forest management's role in maintaining habitat. Visit www.arostookbirders.com FMI

*Thursday, April 24-Friday, April 25

Caribou Rec. Wilderness Survival Course, Stockholm. Open to students in grades 4-7, the course will cover shelter building, which the participants will sleep in overnight at the Sportsmen’s Inc. Lodge, archery, rifle shooting, knot tying, and wilderness first aid. Pre-registration required. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI

*Saturday, April 26

Aroostook Birders Waterfowl Walk, Fort Fairfield. 7:30 a.m. at the Aroostook River boat landing. Explore favorite birding sites for returning waterfowl and other early spring migrants. Non-strenuous series of short drives; a great way to discover some excellent birding spots. Visit www.arostookbirders.com FMI

*Saturday, April 26

Cary Donor Dash 5k, Caribou. Cary Medical Center is holding its first Walk/Run for Organ and Tissue Awareness. Registration: 8:00 a.m. at Griffeth Ford. Walk start: 9:00 a.m. Run start: 9:30 a.m. First 100 registrants get a t-shirt; refreshments at Cary following the event. Contact Ann King (207-498-1282) aking@carymed.org FMI

*Saturday, April 26-Sunday, April 27

Wilderness First Aid & CPR Training, Presque Isle. This course is being held at the Nordic Heritage Center and is affiliated with Landmark

Learning and the Wilderness Medical Institute of NOLS. Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. each day. Cost: $250 for tuition and course materials. Contact Mike Smith (207-227-0250) or mikes@mainewsc.org FMI

*Saturday, April 26

Kappa Delta Phi Color Run, Fort Kent. Help raise money for Homes For Our Troops, an organization that builds and donates custom homes to disabled veterans. Location: 10th Mountain Center. Time: 11:00 a.m. Fee: $10; $20 with t-shirt. Visit www.kappacolorrun.eventzilla.net FMI

*Sunday, April 27

Autism Challenge 5k, Presque Isle. Fully supported running race with awards. Run start: 10:30 a.m. Walk start 12:00 p.m. Fee: $20/adults; $10 18 and under. Proceeds benefit Aroostook Autism Support Group. Visit www.competitorme.com FMI

+Sunday, April 27

REDY…Set…Let’s Go! Youth Triathlon Training, Presque Isle. 1:00 p.m. at UMPI’s Gentile Hall. Led by Erica Hemphill, this session will focus on the swim portion of the youth triathlon. Parents are encouraged to participate with their children. Visit www.redyyouthtriathlon.org FM

*Monday, April 28

Caribou Rec. Hershey Track & Field Program, Caribou. Open to 9-14 year olds. Meets bi-weekly; pre-registration required. Fee: $7/t-shirt, plus $10/residents; $25/non-residents. Participant must provide birth certificate. Contact Caribou Rec. (207-493-4224) FMI

*Thursday, May 1

UMPI Outing Club High Ropes Course Open House, Presque Isle. No experience required. Directions: follow the bike path past the tennis courts; ropes course is on the right. Time: 3:00 - 6:30 p.m. Contact UMPI Outing Club (207-768-9401) FMI

*Friday, May 2

After The Bell Mud Run, Mars Hill. Come dressed for a mess! Start time: 3:00 p.m. at Bigrock. Fee: $10; includes t-shirt if received by April 25. Contact Jamie Guerrette jamielguerrette@yahoo.com FMI

*Saturday, May 3

420 Run, Fort Kent. 5k run/walk for all ages and abilities. Start/Finish: FKCHS. Registration: 9:00 a.m. Kids’ Fun Run start: 9:45 a.m. Race start: 10:00 a.m. Proceeds to support Community Voices substance abuse prevention programs. Contact Mark Shea mark@powerofprevention.org FMI

*Saturday, May 3

Meduxnekeag River Canoe Race, Houlton. 10:00 a.m. at Wellington's on the Station Road in New Limerick. Course: approximately 8 miles. Register at the starting line from 8:00-9:30 a.m. Fee: $15 adult, $10 youth. Pre-register by 4/28 and get a free T-shirt. Benefits Dollars for Scholars. Contact Jane Torres (207-532-4216) or Peter Blood (207-532-2577) FMI

*Saturday, May 10

East Grand Adventure Race, Danforth. Teen and Adult divisions; Relay teams welcome in open division. Entry fee: $20 per person; includes trophies, t-shirts, lunch, and $1,000+ in prizes for youth. Contact Dave Conley (207-551-8729) or visit www.eastgrandschool.org FMI

*Saturday, May 10

Baskahegan Stream Canoe/Kayak Race, Danforth. 33 miles, flat water. Runs in conjunction with East Grand Adventure Race as a paddle-only option. Pre-registration required. Minimum age: 16 unless accompanied by an adult. Contact Dave Conley (207-551-8729) or dave@canoethewild.com

*Saturday, May 10

UMPI Outing Club Outdoor Rock Climbing in Acadia, Bar Harbor. Climb real granite at the beautiful Otter Cliffs! No experience required; some experience at an indoor wall suggested. Cost: $40 UMPI Students; $50 non-students. Transportation, guide services, gear, snacks provided. Pre-registration required. Contact UMPI Outing Club (207-768-9401) FMI

*Saturday, May 10
PIHS Skills USA Spring Fever 5K, Presque Isle. Registration: 8:00 a.m. at Presque Isle Middle School. Start times: Kids’ Fun Run (free, up to age 11), 9:00; 5K walk, 9:15; 5K run, 9:30. Free T-shirts to pre-registrations received by April 30. Contact Amy White amy.white@sad1.org or Lisa McKenna lisa.mckenna@sad1.org FMI

*Saturday, May 10-Sunday, May 18
Wilderness First Responder Course, Presque Isle. Held at Nordic Heritage Center, this nationally-recognized program trains participants to respond to emergencies in remote locations. Fee: $625. Camping fee (optional): $100. Contact Mike Smith (207-227-0250) or mikes@mainewsc.org FMI

*Saturday, May 17
Aroostook River Fun Run Canoe and Kayak Race, Washburn to Presque Isle. 8 miles, flat water; family oriented. Registration: 8:00 a.m.; race start: 10:00 a.m. Fee: $15/adults; $12/seniors; $10/youth; includes lunch and awards. Contact Gretchen Morse (207-764-0802) or gretchen.morse@edwardjones.com FMI

*Sunday, May 18

REDY…Set…Let’s Go! Youth Triathlon Training, Presque Isle. 1:00 p.m. at UMPI’s Gentile Hall. Led by Amanda Cushman, this session will focus on the run portion of the youth triathlon. Parents are encouraged to participate with their children. Visit www.redyyouthtriathlon.org FMI

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Ongoing Programs:

*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 info@triaroostook.com FMI

*After the Bell Triathlon Club, Mars Hill. Wednesdays; 2:30 p.m. Students will run, bike and swim together under the direction of a coach and a dietician. Current training is for a local youth triathlon on June 28. Contact Jamie Guerrette (207-694-1320) FMI

*Walking Group, Madawaska. Wednesdays and Saturdays; 1:00 p.m. Meet at Four Seasons Lodge to walk a 45- or 90-minute trail. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join the group and learn the path. Contact Jackie Soucy (207-728-7047) FMI

Got info on an outdoor, people-powered, or active lifestyle event that you would like to share with others? Please contact Mark Shea mwscshea@gmail.com to list your event!

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