Aroostook Outdoor News: 1.28.15 edition
#JanuaryThaw. Is #MotherNature is
recharging for a #snowy what’s left of #winter? #AroostookThing
In this edition: 1) An #IceFishingDerby
on Long Lake and many other #NorthernMaine waters. 2) A #snowshoe night #hike
in #Edmundston #NewBrunswick #ExploreNB. 3) Lots to do #outdoors at
#Moosestompers weekend in #Houlton. Plus lots more! #offugo...
Saturday, January 30 &
Sunday, January 31
11th Annual Long Lake Ice
Fishing Derby, Sinclair. Maine's largest cash prize ice fishing derby;
$16,000 in cash prizes! Derby Waters: Long,
Cross, St. Froid, Square, Eagle, Glazier, Beau, Portage Lakes, Carr Pond, St.
John River. Registration: at Long Lake Sporting Club, 48 Sinclair Rd. Proceeds
benefit Paradis Cancer Fund. Visit www.stagatha.com/derby FMI
*Saturday, January 30
Mont Farlagne Outdoor
Centre Snowshoe Night Hike, Edmundston, NB. 7:45 p.m. at Mont Farlagne, 360 Mont Farlagne
Road. An evening of snowshoe walking, bonfire, and music afterwards. Don't
forget your head lamp! Visit www.montfarlagne.com FMI
Tuesday, February 2
TAMC Couch to 5k Program
Kickoff, Presque Isle. 5:00 p.m. at UMPI’s Gentile Hall. Get off the
couch; train your body to run or walk in one of many 5k events next summer.
Participants invited to take part in UMPI Spring Runoff, Apr. 9. Cost: $40;
Free w/Gentile Hall membership. Contact Sarah Caron (207-768-4169) or scaron@emhs.org or Linda Menard
(207-768-4172) or lmenard@emhs.org FMI
Tuesday, February 2 and
Tuesday, February 16
Eastern Aroostook Adult Ed.
Hunter Safety, Caribou. Meets at Caribou Learning Center. Required for
those 16 and up seeking first time hunting license. Learn firearms safety,
hunter ethics, map & compass, first aid, survival, game ID and proper care,
hunting laws. Students build survival kits. Cost: $5. Contact Eastern Aroostook
Adult Ed. (207-493-4272) FMI
Friday, February 5-Sunday,
February 7
20th Annual Moosestompers
Weekend, Houlton.
Activities include: Moonlight Snowshoe Hike, Giant Sliding Hill, Family Snowman
Building Contest, Wild Katahdin Trust Snow Run, Cross-country Skiing, Cardboard
Derby Race, Giant Bonfire, and more! Visit www.moosestompers.com FMI
*Friday,
February 5
Ashland Area Cross Country
Ski Club Soup & Ski, Ashland. 5:00 p.m. at Mary & Randy Caron's, 3
Hacker Farm Rd. Come out and ski or snowshoe around the Chase Farms Ski Trails
then pop into Mary & Randy's (right next door) for some homemade soup! Cost:
by donation; funds raised help support grooming and club activities. Visit www.facebook.com/events/215896765421698 FMI
*Friday, February 5
Military Street Baptist
Church Headlamp Snowshoe Hike, Houlton. 9:00 p.m. at Military Street Baptist Church,
307 Military St. Guided snowshoe hike through the wooded trails. Come on out
and enjoy nature, despite the fact that the moonlight might not be as bright!
Great way to finish Friday night of the 20th Annual Moosestompers Weekend!
Visit www.houltonmsbc.org FMI
*Saturday, February
6-Sunday, February 7
Moosestompers Ice Fishing
Derby 2016, Houlton. Prizes/awards
are promised to be the biggest ever, just like your FISH! Locations: Nickerson
Lake, Drew's Lake, Cochran Lake, Mill Pond. Pre-registration: at MAC's Trading
Post and Peg's Place convenience store. Final weigh-in: 3:00 p.m. Sunday; awards
presentation to follow. Contact Chris (207-694-2180) or Ellsworth
(207-551-4406) or visit www.moosestompers.com FMI
Saturday, February 6
Twin County Wheelers ATV
Club Molunkus Lake Ice Fishing Derby, Molunkus Twp. 6:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on
Molunkus Lake. Registration: 6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Fishing time 7:00 a.m.–3:15
p.m. Weigh in/prizes awarded at 3:30 p.m. Great food, drinks available. Contact
Mollie Straub (207-619-0025) FMI
Saturday, February 6
32nd Annual Wild Katahdin
Trust Snow Run, Houlton. First race in the Aroostook Musterds County
Challenge Series. Registration: 9:00 a.m. at Millar Arena. 2-mile walk start:
10:45 a.m. 5k run start: 11:00 a.m. Course: Pretty flat and fast (depending on
weather). Cost: $12. T-shirts to first 50 registrants. Proceeds support Houlton
Area Backpacks For Kids Program. Refreshments and traditional chicken stew
after the event. Contact Larry Tonzi tonzimaine@gmail.com FMI
Saturday, February 6
TAMC Snowshoeing Series,
Presque Isle. 9:30-10:30
a.m. at Mantle Lake. Guided group hike. Cost: FREE! Contact Linda Menard
(207-768-4172) FMI
*Saturday, February 6
Mont Farlagne Outdoor
Centre Snow Angels Guinness World Record Attempt, Edmundston, NB. 2:00 p.m. (Atlantic Time).
The Canadian Ski Patrol will try something amazing all across Canada: beat the
world record of 15,851 people simultaneously doing snow angels! Join us at
Centre Plein air Mont Farlagne. Visit www.montfarlagne.com FMI
*Saturday, February 6
UMPI Gentile Hall 10 Year
Anniversary Party, Presque Isle. 2:00-5:00 p.m. at Caroline D. Gentile Hall. Festivities
include free open gym, rock wall, swimming pool, facility tours, fitness
equipment orientations; healthy snacks provided. Cost: FREE; all invited to
attend! Contact Amanda Baker (207-768-9401) or amanda.g.baker@umpi.edu FMI
Saturday, February 6
Woodstock Rec. Night
Sliding Party, Woodstock, NB. 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Woodstock Golf & Curling
Club, 132 St. Andrews Street. With the help of the Woodstock Fire Dept., we
will be lighting up the Golf Club Hill. This special event will include a Giant
Bonfire, Hotdogs, Hot Chocolate, and a Fireworks Display. Bring your family and
enjoy the fun! Visit www.facebook.com/events/1927909380768293 FMI
*Wednesday, February 10
Aroostook Birders Annual
Slide Show and Pot Luck, Presque Isle. 7:00 p.m. at Maine Dept. of Environmental
Protection, 1235 Central Drive. Birds of a feather flock together; join us for
an evening of show and tell! Bring one of your very best bird photos of the
year and a dish to add to our pot luck supper. Contact Bill Sheehan (207-227-7301) or bill.j.sheehan@gmail.com FMI
Friday, February 12-Sunday,
February 14
Caribou Winter Carnival,
Caribou. Let's
enjoy the winter season together! Tons of activities, including Kids’ Fun Day,
Sled and Canoe Downhill Races (w/prizes!), Snow Sculpture Contest (cash
prizes!), Ice Skating on Collins Pond, Broomball Tournament ($500 cash prize to
first place!), BBQ and lots more! Everyone in the area is invited to join the
fun! Some events require pre-registration! All events are FREE unless otherwise
stated! Contact Caribou Rec (207-493-4224) FMI
*Sunday, February 13-Wednesday,
February 17
Katahdin Area Winterfest
2016 Ski and Snowshoe Tours, Millinocket. Daily guided ski or snowshoe trips on the Bait
Hole and Jerry Pond Trails. Some equipment available, Cost: FREE! Contact
Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce (207-723-4443) or visit www.katahdinmaine.com FMI
Saturday, February 13
Fin & Feather Club of
Maine Kids’ Fishing Day, Millinocket. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at
Jerry Pond. The club is hosting their annual "Hooked on Fishing, Not on
Drugs" as part of Winterfest 2016. Fishing equipment provided, ice holes
dug, free hot dogs and guaranteed tons of fun. Visit “Fin and Feather Club of
Maine” on facebook FMI
*Saturday, February 13
Fort Kent Outdoor Center
Free Family Fun Day, Fort Kent. 12:00-4:00 p.m. at FKOC, 33 Paradis Circle.
Free trail passes, ski and snowshoe rentals, beginner ski lessons, guided ski
and snowshoe tours, story walk, scavenger hunt, sledding, snacks, hot chocolate,
and a bonfire with s’mores! Visit www.fortkentoc.org
FMI
*Saturday, February 13
NMMC/FSTA 4th Annual Rally
in the Valley Winter Festival, Madawaska. Kids of all ages are invited to attend a fun
outdoor snow day; skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, games, and more! Registration:
11:00 a.m. at Four Seasons Lodge. Event: 12:00-2:00 p.m. Cost: $5; includes
t-shirt and water bottle. Contact Gail Lamarr (207-834-1459) or gail.lamarr@nmmc.org FMI
Saturday, February 13
Florenceville-Bristol
Tourism SnowBlast, Florenceville, NB. Activities at Riverside Park, Valley Outdoor
Centre, Camp Shiktehawk, Community Hall, including Youth/Adult Crazy
Cardboard Classic Sled Race, XC Skiing, Woodsman
Water Boiling Competition, Sliding, Human Dog Sled Race, Snowshoe Hike, Taffy
on the Snow, Hay Rides, Skating, Science East, Food Court, and more! Contact
Florenceville-Bristol Tourism (506-392-6763) or visit www.florencevillebristol.ca FMI
Sunday, February 14
Katahdin Communities Outing
Club Cross Country Ski and Picnic, Mt. Chase. 10:00 a.m. at Matagamon
Ski Trails. Meet at Baxter State Park parking lot at end of Matagamon Road, Mt.
Chase. Contact KWW Recreation Managers (207-852-1291) or lunksoos@gmail.com FMI
Sunday, February 14
Fort Kent Outdoor Club
Snowshoe Hike, Fort Kent. 1:00 p.m. at FKOC Lodge. Be a part of the Great
Maine Outdoor Weekend! Hike to top of Lonesome Pine, roast wienies over a fire,
hike to Mike’s Mountain and roast s’mores! Fee: $5/FKOC member, $10/non-member;
includes food, hot cocoa, water, roasting sticks. Contact FKOC (207-834-6203)
or visit www.fortkentoc.org FMI
Thursday, February
18-Sunday, February 21
Fins & Furs Adventures
Maine Guide School, Presque Isle. Prepares students to confidently enter the
state’s testing and licensing process. Material Covered: Hunting, Fishing
and/or Recreation guide’s license exam. This course builds top notch map and
compass proficiency, and equips students to react quickly and efficiently
during stressful situations, such as a lost client or medical emergency. Cost:
$495/person. Visit www.finsandfursadventures.com FMI
Friday, February 19
Mont Farlagne Outdoor
Centre Snowshoe Under The Stars, Edmundston, NB. 6:30 p.m. (Atlantic
time) at Mont Farlagne Ski Area. On the menu: snowshoe, party with the Paiens
band, and bonfire. Cost: $25/person. Proceeds go to Canadian Cancer Society.
Visit www.montfarlagne.com FMI
Saturday, February 20
Woodstock Rec. Snowshoe
3k/5k Race & Kids’ 1k, Woodstock, NB. Registration: 9:00 a.m. at AYR Motor Centre, 105
Connell Park Road. Race start: 10:00 a.m. (all times Atlantic) in Connell Park.
Cost: $5/person; Kids’ 1k race is Free. Visit www.facebook.com/events/1672217796369982 FMI
Saturday, February 20
TAMC Snowshoeing Series,
Presque Isle.
9:30-10:30 a.m. at Aroostook State Park during their Take It Outside Day.
Guided group hike. Rentals available at this location, $2/pair. Cost: Park
entry fee. Contact Linda Menard (207-768-4172) FMI
*Saturday, February 20
Aroostook State Park Winter
Family Fun Day, Presque Isle. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. We have everything you
need to have fun with the family, outside in Aroostook County’s winter
wonderland: XC skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating (bring skates), sliding,
snowmobile tote-rides, nature walks, warming hut, bonfire, hot food, Smokey the
Bear, Maine Game Wardens. Equipment available. Fee: $1.50/person ages 12-64;
all others FREE. Contact Aroostook State Park (207-768-8341) FMI
Saturday, February 20
Woodstock Rec. Snowshoe
Poker Rally, Woodstock, NB. 8:00 p.m. (Atlantic time) at Woodstock Golf &
Curling Club, 132 St. Andrews Street. Participants snowshoe to marked locations
around the golf course area. Each will collect a hand of cards on their return.
By chance, the best poker hand wins! Followed by an acoustic evening featuring
Ronny Michaud. Cost: $10/person. Must be 19yrs+. Visit www.facebook.com/events/219386638394381 FMI
Thursday, February 25
TAMC Ladies’ Rock Wall
Climbing Night, Presque Isle. 6:00-8:00 p.m. at UMPI’s Gentile Hall Rock
Wall. Ladies, come and enjoy indoor rock climbing with just other women!
Participants are asked to bring sneakers, comfortable clothing, a water bottle,
and enthusiasm! Cost: FREE! Sponsored by TAMC. Contact Amanda Baker
(207-768-9401) or amanda.g.baker@umpi.edu FMI
Saturday, February 27
Limestone Ski Club C-Me-Ski
– Aroostook Cup #3, Limestone. A great classic tour and race. Come out and
enjoy the beauty of the wooded trails, the wildlife, and some good food!
Distances: .5k/ages 12 and under; 7k/ages 13-18; 21k/adults. Registration:
12:00 p.m. at Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge. Youth race start: 1:00 p.m.
Adult race start: 1:30 p.m. Cost: $10 (suggested donation. Contact Limestone
Ski Club (207-328-7491) FMI
*Sunday, February 28
41st Annual Henry Anderson
Memorial Ski Dag, Caribou. 5-mile, Classical XC ski race open to all ages. This
is the granddaddy of ‘em all! The longest continuously-run Nordic race in
Aroostook! Registration: 9:00 a.m. at Caribou Country Club. Race start: 10:00 a.m.
Contact Caribou Parks & Recreation Department (207-493-4224) FMI
Ongoing Programs:
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
Bootlegger Snowshoe
Hike, Rivière-Bleue, QC. Fourth Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. (Eastern time) at
the end of Path Brissette. Get to know the magical setting of the Bootlegger
trails on this guided hike. Contact Jean Lebrun (418-893-1033) or info1@routedesfrontieres.com 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
TAMC Couch to 5k
Program, Presque Isle. Tuesdays & Thursdays; Feb. 9-Apr. 15; 6:00
a.m. or 4:45 p.m. at UMPI’s Gentile Hall. Choose the time that works best for
you. Get off the couch; train your body to run or walk in one of many 5k events
next summer. Participants invited to take part in UMPI Spring Runoff, Apr. 9.
Cost: $40; Free w/Gentile Hall membership. Contact Sarah Caron (207-768-4169)
or scaron@emhs.org or Linda Menard
(207-768-4172) or lmenard@emhs.org 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
MSAD #1 Adult Ed. Fly
Tying Course, Presque Isle. Wednesdays; Feb. 24-Mar. 30; 6:00-9:00 p.m. in PIHS Room
411. Learn to Tie Your Own Flies! Many
anglers find it enjoyable to spend the winter months tying their flies for the
next years fishing season. This is a very basic workshop that is geared toward
beginners and for those that just want to brush up on their techniques. Contact
MSAD #1 Adult Ed. (207-764-4776) or lerae.kinney@sad1.org FMI
Valley Outdoor Centre
Wednesday Night Skiing, Centreville, NB. Wednesdays; 7:00 p.m. (Atlantic Time)
at VOC, 133 Upton Rd. Come on out for a night ski with a group to keep you
company. Bring headlamp, stay for snacks, drinks afterwards. Cost: $2/member, $5/non-member,
$3/rentals. Visit Valley Outdoor Centre at www.facebook.com/valleyoutdoor FMI
Four Season 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
MSAD #1 Adult Ed. Archery
Course, Presque Isle.
Thursdays; Feb. 25-Apr. 14; 6:00-8:00 p.m. in PIHS Gym. Do you want to learn
how to use a bow and arrow? This class is for you! This class will cover the
basics of archery, including archery safety. Ages 14+. Cost: $45. Contact MSAD
#1 Adult Ed. (207-764-4776) or lerae.kinney@sad1.org FMI
Mont Farlagne Outdoor
Centre Ice Wall, Edmundston, NB. Saturdays; 1:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Sundays; 1:00-5:00 p.m. (All times
Atlantic). Our ice wall is open for the season! First come, first served basis.
Cost: $25/hour; $15/equipment rental; $65/2 hours (includes equipment). It will
also be possible to buy ice wall climbing equipment at our pro shop in the
upcoming weeks. See you on the wall! Visit www.montfarlagne.com FMI
Fort Kent Outdoor
Center Jalbert Youth Biathlon Program, Fort Kent. Saturdays; 1:00-2:30
p.m. at Fort Kent Outdoor Center. Jan. 9-Feb. 13. Open to youth ages 4-14;
Nordic skiing, rifle shooting, and LOTS of games! Cost: Free; participants
asked to purchase FKOC memberships or daily trail passes. Contact Gail Johnson stegacosa@yahoo.com FMI
