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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!
Share your next outdoor adventure with a shelter dog! These pups would love to take a break from the indoors and go on a hike with you. This program will help the dogs socialize, learn new activities, and expose their personalities. It’ll also be an exciting way for you to get outside and explore the …
Have you ever stumbled upon some tracks or obvious signs of wildlife and asked yourself what animal was here? I’d be hard-pressed to find someone who hasn’t! Come spend your afternoon with Kate Drummond, a science teacher and Maine Master Naturalist, to learn how to spot and interpret wildlife signs! This interactive workshop is perfect …
Come out for a hike beneath the stars! You’ll discover the contrasting beauty of snow and darkness as you meander through Coburn Woods, a local favorite in Skowhegan. During this outing, coaches will share their expertise and offer tips for experienced and novice snowshoers alike. It’ll be a great way to meet new people and …
Let’s head west! Lorie Olson, a Maine native and avid hiker, will lead us to the summit of White Cap Mountain for spectacular views of the surrounding area. Enjoy winter and exercise all at the same time. The hike will be almost six miles with moderate changes in elevation. This is a trip you definitely …
Let’s celebrate “The Luck of the Irish” at Lake George Regional Park! We’ll begin the evening with a “glowing hunt” for a pot of gold along the Townsend Trail, which will involve clues, riddles, and green glow sticks. We’ll cap the night with a rainbow fire and some Irish treats! This will be an evening …
What’s a better combination than campfires, s’mores, stars, and smiles? Not much. Venture out to Lake George Regional Park for a fun-filled night! We’ll take a short headlamp hike along the lakeshore, and afterward, we’ll start a campfire and create s’more masterpieces. All materials will be provided! While we’re having our fill of roasted greatness, …
Are you curious about the naturally rooted structures that surround you? Would you like to expand your knowledge about the giants of nature? Would you just like to get outside? Come spend your afternoon with Kate Drummond, a science teacher and Maine Master Naturalist, to learn how to identify tree species based on characteristics such …
Come out for a hike beneath the stars! You’ll discover the contrasting beauty of snow and darkness as you meander through Coburn Woods, a local favorite in Skowhegan. During this outing, coaches will share their expertise and offer tips for experienced and novice snowshoers alike. It’ll be a great way to meet new people and …
Greet the rising sun by taking a snowshoe hike at Lake George Regional Park! Not only will this boost your energy level but also improve your mood and ability to focus throughout the rest of the day. The culmination of the Pinnacle Trail will offer a beautiful scene with the morning glow. During this outing, …
Share your next outdoor adventure with a shelter dog! These dogs would love to take a break from the indoors and go on a hike with you! This program will help the dogs socialize, learn new activities, and expose their personalities. It’ll also be an exciting way for you to get outside and explore the …
Free outdoor programming is made possible thanks to these generous partners:
