Invite 132 // Jul 29

For a second week in a row, I'm going to skip the intro and jump right into the events. August is on the doorstep with a variety of opportunities from paddling to clamming. Don't fret the turning of the calendar—there are still a lot of great summer days to come.

Now, on to this week's featured activities.

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Paddle with a Ranger

Thu, Jul 30 | Jefferson | Free

Paddle Damariscotta Lake with a Maine State Park Ranger to learn about the lake. Bring your own canoe, kayak, or SUP and PFD.

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Cruise for a Cause

Fri, Jul 31 | Portland | Paid

Cruise Casco Bay for three hours with live DJ music and complimentary appetizers while supporting Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center.

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Stewardship & Sauna

Thu, Aug 6 | Newcastle | Donation Based

Volunteer on a trail crew in the morning, then relax in a wood-fired sauna and cold plunge, with all proceeds supporting local conservation partners.

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Clam Day at Reid State Park

Fri, Aug 7 | Georgetown | Free

Dig for softshell clams on the tidal flats at Reid State Park with a local shellfish warden who'll teach you about the clam industry and water quality.

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Down East Sunrise Gravel Ride

Sun, Aug 9 | Baring | Paid

Ride gravel through Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge with three distance options, breakfast included, and proceeds supporting trail conservation.

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Maine Gravity Race Series | Sugarloaf

Sat, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 16 | Carrabassett Valley | Paid

Race timed enduro stages across three Maine mountain bike venues spanning summer and early fall, with lift access and pedal transfers included at select stops. First stop: Sugarloaf.

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Accessibility Summit

Sun, Aug 16 | Boothbay | Paid

Attend a day-long summit at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens examining outdoor access for LGBTQIA+ people with disabilities through keynote talks, accessibility audits, and community discussions.

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Maine Lighthouse Ride

Sat, Sep 19 | South Portland | Paid

Cycle along Maine's coast through five rest stops and five lighthouses on routes ranging from 25 to 100 miles, with bike rentals available and a post-ride celebration featuring food and live music.

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Coming Up (Previously Featured)

​Maine Summer Hiking Series | Wed, May 13 - Sat, Sep 26 | Donation Based​

​Teens to Trails: Choose Outside Challenge | Mon, Jun 15 - Fri, Aug 14 | Free​

​Summer Gravel Weekend | Fri, Jul 31 - Sun, Aug 2 | Paid​

​Blue Hill Mountain Trail Fest | Sat, Aug 1 | Paid​

​SEEK: Coastal Science & Kayaking Program | Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 7 | Free​

​Warren Island Dock & Dine | Sat, Aug 8 | Paid​

​Women at Sea: Expedition on Casco Bay | Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 20 | Paid​

​Pemaquid Beach Triathlon | Sun, Aug 23 | Paid​

​Fireweed: Women's Mountain Bike Retreat | Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30 | Paid​

​Maine Woods Rambler | Sat, Sep 26 | Paid​

​Farm to Farm Ultra | Sun, Sep 27 | Paid​

Trail Log: Share your Experience

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📝 Arts on the Hill: Just Honey - Thu, Aug 29​

📝 Birding by Boat - Fri, Aug 30​

📝 Down East Sunrise Trail Roller Coastal Gravel Ride - Sat, Aug 31​

📝 Underwater Exploration! North Gorham Pond! - Sat, Aug 31​

📝 Dead River Rafting - Sun, Sep 1​

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