Aroostook Outdoor News: 10.19.18 edition
In
this edition: 1) Cut and run on multiple trail systems in Fort
Kent. 2) Pay homage to furry and feathered friends in Houlton. 3) Learn more
about all things lunar in Fort Fairfield. Plus lots more!
Events:
Friday, October 19
PRESQUE
ISLE: Presque Isle Historical Society Haunted Lantern History Tour. A
“slightly scary, kinda creepy” nighttime downtown tour through the old jail
(only opened for this tour), 13 sites for the true history of that particular
site by lantern light. Tours begin at 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. at Historic Fire
Station, 11 Church St. Cost: $5. Contact Kim Smith (207-762-1151) or pihistoricalsociety@hotmail.com
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Saturday, October 20
FORT
KENT: Fort Kent Outdoor Center Trail Work Day. 8:00-11:00
a.m. at FKOC, 33 Paradis Cir. Meet at the Maintenance Building. Focusing our
work on Green Bean trails. Bring pruning saws, loppers, pole pruners, brush
saws. Don’t forget gloves and sturdy footwear. Contact FKOC info@fortkentoc.org
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HOULTON:
Hollywood Pet Salon Strut Your Mutt Walk-a-thon. 2.5-mile
people/pet walk to help Ark Animal Sanctuary provide food, shelter, medicine,
love to furry friends in need. Leashed pets welcome. Registration: 9:30 a.m. at
Hollywood Pet Salon, 70 Main St. Walk start: 10:00 a.m. Pledges of $20 or more
get free t-shirt. Live music, cookout, silent auction, bake sale, more! Contact
Ark Animal Sanctuary (207-532-7387) FMI
MARS
HILL: Aroostook Birders’ Goose Lunch. 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at
Mars Hill Pond, Bridge Street. Canada Geese migrate through the County each
fall, stopping for short stays; a favorite stopover is Mars Hill Pond. We will
also look for the occasional rare visitor traveling with them. Spotting scopes,
light refreshments, drinks available. Contact Aroostook Birders thearoostookbirders@gmail.com FMI
FORT
KENT: Fish River Greenway 5-mile Footrace & Poker Run.
Registration: 12:00 p.m. at Riverside Park Pavilion. Race start: 1:00 p.m. Cost:
$10/person (either event), $20/family. Awards for top five male, female
runners; $25 for top male, female overall. $50 for best poker hand. Hot dog
roast to follow. Contact Jeff Dubis jdubis@maine.edu
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FORT
FAIRFIELD: International Observe the Moon Night. 5:00–7:00
p.m. at Fort Fairfield Public Library, 339 Main St. Free all-ages event
includes fun hands-on activities, yummy Looney Lunar Phases, virtual tour of
the moon, trip out to the library lawn to observe the moon up close and discuss
its’ remarkable features! Contact Dianna Leighton (207-472-3880) or dleighton@fortfairfield.org
FMI
Thursday, October 25
CARIBOU:
Aroostook County Fall Tourism Conference. 9:00 a.m.-1:00
p.m. at Caribou Inn & Convention Center, 19 Main St. Learn about: current
state of hospitality, tourism in The County; why, how tourism impacts bottom
line, importance of Destination Marketing, little to no-cost ways to market
business. Fee: $25/person; includes lunch. Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/2018-aroostook-county-fall-tourism-conference-tickets-49349273004
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Friday, October 26-Sunday, October 28
PATTEN:
Mt. Chase Lodge Endless Trails Runner's Weekend. Want
to get away and devote a little time to your trail-running training? Whether
you are just looking for some exercise or training for an Ultra Marathon,
runners of all experience levels are welcome! You can expect lively discussion,
great training info, and camaraderie in the Maine woods. Visit www.mtchaselodge.com
FMI
Saturday, October 27
MARS
HILL: Haunted Walk and Trunk or Treat. 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Central
Aroostook Junior Senior High School, 26 Pleasant St. Hosted by Central
Aroostook High School Class of 2019. Trunk or Treat for younger children from
6:00-7:30 p.m. Annual Mars Hill Rec. egg hunt at 6:00 p.m. Food available for
purchase. Contact CAHS (207-425-2811) FMI
EASTON:
Francis Malcolm Planetarium Video Presentation: Fragile Planet.
7:00-8:00 p.m. at Francis Malcolm Science Center, 775 Houlton Rd. All-new full
dome/video program explores use of technology in better understanding our
unique life-giving home and other solar system worlds. Reservation required.
Cost: $6/adult, $4/student. Contact Tricia Langner (207-488-5451) or tricia@francismalcolmsciencecenter.com
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Sunday, November 4
PRESQUE
ISLE: Quoggy Jo Ski Club Ski & Winter Sports Sale. 1:00-3:00
p.m. at Presque Isle Rec. Center, 24 Chapman Rd. Consignments accepted from
9:00 a.m.-Noon. Area ski shops on hand with new and used gear! Contact Gene
Cronin (207-540-1496) or gene@skiquoggyjo.org
FMI
Saturday, November 10
SINCLAIR:
Aroostook Birders Long Lake Tour. 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at
Sinclair boat launch by the bridge. Join us on a carpool jaunt around Long Lake
to see the last migrants leaving the state, stopping at promising spots,
finishing at Lakeview Restaurant for lunch. We can always count on seeing
spawning salmon too! Contact Bill Sheehan thearoostookbirders@gmail.com
FMI
Saturday, November 17-Sunday, November 18
FORT
KENT: Lonesome Pine Trails Ski Swap and Sale. Ski sale
consignment 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
Ongoing Programs:
PRESQUE ISLE: UMPI-SAGE Outing Club. SAGE (Seniors Achieving Greater Education) organizes
and carries out several outdoor activities every season. Events planned for
this fall are: geocaching at Nordic Heritage Sport Center, biking and walking
local trails across Aroostook County and Perth Andover, NB, Canada. Join the
fun in planning, organizing and attending these activities. Contact the SAGE office (207-768-9501) FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: County
Strides Running Group. 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
EASTON: Francis Malcolm
Science Center Walk-in Tours. Weekdays;
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Experience our planetarium’s 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
PRESQUE ISLE: Nordic Heritage Sport Club Group
Mountain Bike Ride. Mondays; 6:00 p.m.
at Nordic Heritage Center Welcome Center, 450 Fort Fairfield Rd. Year-round,
conditions permitting. All abilities, no-drop ride. 7-10 miles; 6-8 mph avg. Focus
on technical riding skills, group riding, having fun. Contact Tom Chasse
(207-694-5222) or info@bikeboardandski.com FMI
CARIBOU: Bike, Board and Ski Group Road Bike Ride. Tuesdays; 5:30 p.m. at SW Collins, 6 Washburn St. All
abilities welcome; multiple groups/routes depending on abilities. Casual ride
of 20-30 miles; 12-18 mph avg. Focus on improving group riding skills, safety,
etiquette, having fun. Contact Andrew Bouchard (207-551-7027) or info@bikeboardandski.com FMI
MADAWASKA: Four Seasons
Trail Association Walking Group. Wednesdays and Saturdays; 1:00 p.m. at Four Seasons Lodge, 425 Spring St.
Bring lunch. Contact Jacqueline Soucy (207-728-7047) FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: Nordic Heritage Sport Club Group
Mountain Bike Ride. Wednesdays; 6:00
p.m. at Nordic Heritage Center Welcome Center, 450 Fort Fairfield Rd. Year-round,
conditions permitting. Faster group ride for intermediate to advanced riders.
10-13 miles; 8-10 mph avg. Focus on shredding the trails, group riding, having
fun. Contact Tom Chasse (207-694-5222) or info@bikeboardandski.com FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: Bike Board & Ski Training Group
Road Bike Ride. Thursdays; 5:30
p.m. at BB&S rear entrance behind Northeastland Hotel. Experienced riders;
road bike only. 25-40 miles; 18+ mph avg. Be ready to work hard and hang on!
May regroup if someone gets worked, falls off the back; can’t keep up be
prepared to find your way home. Contact Andrew Bouchard (207-551-7027) or info@bikeboardandski.com FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: Bike Board and Ski Road Bike Ride. 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
Meetings:
LIMESTONE: Friends of
Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge Meeting. Second Monday of each month; 6:00 p.m. at ANWR headquarters and Visitor’s
Center, 97 Refuge Rd. Get involved in volunteer projects at ANWR in effort to
balance enhancing of habitat with public access privilege to enjoy wildlife in
an unmolested environment. Contact Friends of ANWR (207-328-4634) or friendsofanwr@gmail.com FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: Nordic
Heritage Sport Club Meeting. 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
FORT KENT: Fort Kent
Outdoor Center Meeting. First Wednesday of each
month; 6:00 p.m. at FKOC, 33 Paradis Circle. The Fort Kent Outdoor Center
promotes healthy outdoor lifestyles by providing a first-rate facility, trail
system, and recreational activities for members, athletes, and visitors.
Visit www.fortkentoc.org FMI
