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Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation Program
Join our AmeriCorps coaches for free, guided outdoor activities!
Check out our calendar of programs, trainings, clinics, virtual activities, and more below!
Program update – May 28, 2020
Though we initially planned to reconvene in-person programs for June, in order to ensure YOUR safety and the safety of our coaches, we have made the very difficult decision to postpone in-person activities until July. Thank you for bearing with us as we navigate these difficult times.
We are excited to rollout our summer calendar over the next few weeks! It will include local hiking adventures, paddling excursions, mountain bike rides, and more! New this year, we’ll also be leading multi-day trips to Maine destinations—and we hope you’ll plan to join in on the fun! We can’t wait to share our plans with you!
In the meantime, please like and follow the Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation Program Facebook Page for the latest updates and access to all digital content, including a camp cooking video series (coming soon!), nature meditation videos, a virtual outdoor-themed book club, fitness challenges, tutorial videos (like how to stand-up paddleboard), and Animal Pen Pals!
Learn the basics of navigation and learn how to use a map and compass for camping and outdoor adventures. You don't want to miss this! All ages are welcome, and bring a friend or two.
Join us for a walk with your dogs! Meet us at the walking bridge behind M. Thai, and we’ll check out the Debe River Walk (total walk, about 1 mile). You’ll get some fresh air and meet new people and pets. All ages and abilities welcome. Be sure to bring some water and a poop …
Join us for a bike ride through the trails (about 2 miles) at Lake George Regional Park. Bring your bike and water! If you need to borrow a bike please fill out this form by October 19 so we can make prior arrangements.
Join us every Saturday in front of The Miller's Table at Maine Grains for a run. All ages and experience levels are welcome. The run will be approximately 3 miles. We will run to the Heselton Street trails, through the trails, and back. Make sure to check out the Skowhegan Farmers' Market when we return!
Join us for nature art and a walk along the Debe and Philbrick Trails. We’ll meet behind M. Thai at the walking bridge. We will walk the trail (about 1.5 miles) and collect items along the way. After, we will stop at a picnic table on the trail and use the materials gathered to make …
Join us for a game of kickball right in town! Come kick your heart out and bring a friend or two! Please sign up here so we can make sure we have enough for two teams. We will need at least 8 people total to sign up in order to run the game. The Memorial …
Join us for pawtastic extravaganza. Dress your pal in the best costume you have and come on down to Coburn Park for a walk. There will be a prize for the best dog and owner pair costume!
Join us for a hike on the Warren Trail at Lake George Regional Park. We will meet in the parking lot on the West Side. The total hike is about 3 miles. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and at least one article of fluorescent orange clothing! We will have extra orange if you do …
Meet us at the Margaret Chase Smith School parking lot to help us clean up the Heselton Street Trails. We’ll be picking up trash and cleaning up debris to help make these trails more welcoming and accessible for all visitors. Be sure to wear at least one article of fluorescent orange clothing! We will have …
Knot tying can be a surprisingly valuable skill when camping. From setting up a tent to performing first aid; you never know when you may need to tie a strong knot. Join us to learn how to tie several different knots and what situations they may be useful in. This is an interactive clinic that …
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