Aroostook Outdoor News: 10.20.16 edition
In this edition: 1) #Haunted history
walks in #PresqueIsleME. 2) Live owls in #PresqueIsle. 3) An awareness walk in #CaribouME.
Plus lots more! #offugo...
#AroostookThing of the week: The
Chewonki Live Owl Presentation in Presque Isle.
Sometimes, some pretty cool outdoors-y
things don’t take place outdoors.
Take,
for instance, the Chewonki Live Owl Presentation this Saturday at the Presque
Isle Library.
It’s
pretty rare to catch a glimpse of a real, live owl in its’ natural habitat,
right? Can you imagine actually getting up close to one?
Thanks
to the Chewonki Foundation and the Mark & Emily Turner Memorial Library,
you can See live owls up close and hear a presentation this Saturday, October
22 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the library, located at 39 Second St.
This
program is open to everyone, so bring your cameras and prepare for a really fun
hour-long learning experience.
Contact
Sonja Plummer Eyler (207-764-2571) FMI
#AroostookNote: Here’s a #DYK for
you: Did you know that the Offugo blog page also features a Google Calendar
that lists all the events in a format that you can sync and share? Check it out
here: go to www.offugoaroostook.blogspot.com,
then click on the “offugo... Google CALENDAR” link!
Friday, October 21 &
Saturday, October 22
Presque Isle Historical
Society Haunted Lantern History Tours, Presque Isle. This “slightly scary and
kinda’ creepy” nighttime tour of downtown Presque Isle takes you through the
old jail (only opened each year for this tour) and thirteen sites where
interpreters relate the true history of that particular site by lantern light.
Tours begin at 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. each night at Historic Fire Station, 11
Church St. Cost: $5. Contact Kim Smith (207-762-1151) or pihistoricalsociety@hotmail.com FMI
Saturday, October 22
Chewonki Live Owl
Presentation, Presque Isle. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Mark & Emily
Turner Memorial Library, 39 Second St. See live owls up close and hear a
presentation about the Chewonki Foundation. This program is open to everyone. Bring
your cameras and prepare for a really fun hour-long learning experience.
Contact Sonja Plummer Eyler (207-764-2571) FMI
Saturday, October 22
Unite Against Bullying
Walk, Run, or Roll, Caribou. 2 miles. Join us as we raise awareness to
Unite Against Bullying! Registration: 1:00 p.m. at Caribou Rec. Center, 55
Bennett Dr. Walk start: 2:00 p.m. Contact Kim Parent (207-540-3659) or visit www.uniteagainstbullyingme.org FMI
Tuesday, October 25
Caribou Rec. Adult Take It
Outside Series North Maine Woods Trip, Caribou. Meet with NMW Director,
tour Maine Woods Company hardwood sawmill in Portage and MooseWood Millworks in
Ashland, swing through Portage Wood Products. Cost: $30; includes lunch.
Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI
*Tuesday, October 25
UMPI Science Lunchtime Seminar
Series, Presque Isle. 12:15-1:30 p.m.; 201 Folsom Hall, featuring
research conducted by UMPI students, faculty, other scientists. Chuck Lubelczyk,
Vector Ecologist with Maine Medical Center Research Institute, will present “Emergence
of tick-borne diseases on the northern New England landscape.” Cost: Free.
Community members welcome; bring lunch, join discussion. Contact Dr. Jason
Johnston (207-768-9652) or jason.johnston@umpi.edu FMI
Tuesday, October 25
SJV Senior College County
Sky and Space Seminar, Fort Kent. 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Francis Malcolm Science
Planetarium in Easton. Why study the sky? This trip will answer this question
and many more using both digital and optical technologies. Fort Kent carpool
departs UMFK Sport Center at 11:30 a.m. Cost: $15 plus $5 lab fee; includes tuition
for all SJV Senior College classes that term. Contact MSAD 27 Adult &
Community Education Office (207-834-3536) FMI
Thursday, October 27
Woodstock Rec. Zombie 3k
Run, Woodstock, NB. Cross-country
run through Connell Park while being chased by Zombies, who will try to take
your 3 lives before you return to finish line. Prizes, awards following race. Registration:
5:00-6:00 p.m. at AYR Motor Centre, 105 Connell Park Rd. Zombies come out at
6:30 p.m. (all times Atlantic)! Cost: $10/adult; $5/student with ID. Zombies
needed. Contact Jill Dunnett jill.dunnett@town.woodstock.nb.ca FMI
*Thursday, October 27
Katahdin Revitalization
Speaker’s Series: The Future of Maine’s Forest Economy, East Millinocket. 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Katahdin
Region Higher Education Center, 1 Dirigo Dr. Learn about potential of Maine’s
forests, what it means for communities on the edge of Maine’s vast forest land;
big picture trends, emerging technologies, what industry looks for when
relocating to a community. Q&A. Cost: Free. Contact Jessica Masse (207-746-5741)
or jessica@godesignlab.com FMI
Friday, October 28
Caribou Class of 2017 Haunted
Walk, Caribou.
7:00-9:00 p.m. at Caribou High School track/ski trails, 308 Sweden St. Cost:
$4/person. Music, concessions provided! Proceeds support Project Graduation.
Contact Heidi Lamothe (207-498-3775) FMI
Friday, October 28 &
Saturday, October 29
Eagle Lake Haunted Forest,
Eagle Lake. Walk
through the scariest trail you will ever experience filled with monsters,
killers, and sadistic clowns. Come if you dare! 7:00-11:00 p.m. each night.
Contact Sandra L. Fournier (207-444-5511) FMI
*Saturday, October 29
Aroostook Birders Winter at
the Bird Feeder Presentation, Presque Isle. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.at Tractor Supply, 23
Houlton Rd. Our feathered friends could use your help as the temperatures drop,
and you will have the pleasure of seeing birds up close in your yard if you put
out feeders for them. Stop by our table at Tractor Supply in Presque Isle to
say hello and pick up tips for feeding the birds this winter. See you there! Contact
Bill Sheehan thearoostookbirders@gmail.com FMI
Saturday, October 29
Woodland School Haunted
Walk, Woodland.
6:00-8:30 p.m. at Woodland Consolidated School, 844 Woodland Center Road. Join
us for a spooktacular time and an
experience you'll never forget! Tractor rides, delicious snacks, drinks
available. Cost: $3/person. Contact Woodland Consolidated School (207-496-2981)
FMI
Sunday, October 30
1st Annual Fort Kent
Outdoor Center Team USA vs. Team Canada Halloween 5k/10k Trail Race, Fort Kent. 1k Kids’ Race (12 and under).
Runners in costume receive time bonus in 5k, 10k races. Registration: 10:30
a.m. at FKOC, 33 Paradis Circle. Kids’ race start: 11:45 a.m. 5k/10k race
start: 12:00 p.m. Cost: $15/runner; Free/Kids’ Run. Contact Jeff Dubis jdubis@maine.edu FMI
*Tuesday, November 1
Baxter State Park Winter
Reservations Opening Day, Millinocket. 8:00 a.m. at BSP Authority, 64 Balsam Dr. Any
winter overnight use, or any winter above-treeline travel, including day-use,
requires a winter registration form. Reservations must be received in the BSP
office at least 7 working days before your trip. Visit www.baxterstateparkauthority.com FMI
*Thursday,
November 3
Caribou Rec. Adult Take It
Outside Series Tree Swallow Box Building Workshop, Caribou. 1:00-3:00 p.m. at
Caribou Rec. 55 Bennett Dr. Concerned about nature, natural approaches to control
insects? Class discusses benefits of tree swallow boxes, why these birds are on
the decline, construct boxes to take home and put up in your yard. Preregistration
required. Cost: $20; all materials, tools provided. Contact Neal Sleeper
(207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org FMI
Saturday, November 5
Aroostook Birders Long Lake
Tour, Sinclair. 8:00
a.m.-12:00 p.m. Meet at Sinclair boat launch parking lot by the bridge. Join us
on a jaunt around Long Lake to see the last migrants leaving the state. Carpool
around the lake stopping at promising spots, finishing up at Lakeview
Restaurant for lunch. We can always count on seeing spawning salmon even if the
bald eagles scare away all the birds! Contact Bill Sheehan thearoostookbirders@gmail.com FMI
*Saturday, November 5
Mont Farlagne Ski Team Ski
and Snowboard Swap, Edmundston, NB. 9:00 a.m. (Atlantic Time) in the Avalanche
Bar in the base lodge. Contact Mont Farlagne (877-837-7669) or visit www.montfarlagne.com FMI
Saturday, November 5
Run The River, Nackawic,
NB. 10k/5k/3krunning
races and 1k Kids’ Fun Run. Prize money awarded to top 3 male/female in each
distance. Race start: 9:30 a.m. (Atlantic Time) at Nackawic Shopping Mall, 135
Otis Dr. Register online only by Nov. 4 at www.raceroster.com/events/2016/9897/run-the-river-2016. Cost: $25/age 14 and
over, $12/age 13 and under, FREE/Kids’ 1k. Contact Greg MacFarlane (506-
450-5802) or greg@liv9.ca or visit www.facebook.com/runtheriverNackawic FMI
*Sunday, November 6
Quoggy Jo Ski Club Ski
& Winter Sports Sale, Presque Isle. 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Presque Isle Rec. Center.
Consignments accepted from 9:00 a.m.-Noon. Area ski shops will be on hand with
new and used gear! Contact Gene Cronin (207-540-1496) or gene@skiquoggyjo.org FMI
*Saturday, November 12
Friends of Aroostook
National Wildlife Refuge Second Saturday Event, Limestone. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at
ANWR Visitors' Center, 97 Refuge Rd. This event marks our annual membership
drive and nature store sale. Come hike the trails and renew your membership or
become a new member. 5-25% discount on Nature Store purchases made that day.
Visit www.friendsofaroostooknwr.org FMI
*Saturday, November 12
Bigrock Ski Swap and Sale,
Mars Hill. Old
ski gear taking up space in your home? Looking for rock-bottom prices on ski
stuff for the upcoming season? Then you better get to Bigrock! Last day to buy
early bird season passes! Consignment intake: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Sale: 11:00
a.m.-3:00 p.m. Contact Bigrock (207-425-6711) FMI
*Thursday, November 17
Caribou Rec./Northern
Skiers Club Youth XC Ski Rental Night, Caribou. 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Caribou
Wellness Center. Seasonal rentals available for Caribou youth; includes skis,
boots, poles, and carrier. Cost: $70. Volunteers needed. Contact CPRD
(207-493-4224) FMI
*Saturday, November
19–Sunday, November 20
Lonesome Pine Trails Ski
Swap and Sale, Fort Kent. Ski sale registration: Saturday, 8:00 a.m.-Noon.
Ski sale: Sunday, Noon-4:00 p.m. Discounted season passes available both days.
Contact LPT (207-834-5202) or visit www.lonesomepinetrails.org FMI
*Saturday, November 26
Turkey Trot 5k, Caribou. Walk start: 9:45 a.m. at
Caribou High School. Race start: 10:00 a.m. Contact Evan Graves (207-226-0711)
or gravespi@gmail.com FMI
*Tuesday, November 29
Caribou Rec. Adult Take It
Outside Series Show and Tell with Paul Cyr, Caribou. 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Caribou
Rec. 55 Bennett Dr. Paul’s name is synonymous with photography in Aroostook
County. Find out how he is able to accomplish such amazing photography; sit
back, enjoy a show and tell and Q&A opportunity on Paul’s work.
Preregistration required. Cost: FREE. Contact Neal Sleeper (207-493-4224) or sleeper@cariboumaine.org 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
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
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
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
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
Central Aroostook
Humane Society Walk-A-Dog Wednesdays, Presque Isle. Wednesdays; 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at
Central Aroostook Humane Society, 26 Cross St. Stop in to CAHS any Wednesday in
October, take one of our resident dogs for a walk...and Pat's Pizza will thank
you with a $5 gift certificate! Contact CAHS (207-764-3441) 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
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