The Maine Outsider is a free newsletter curating outdoor events across the state. Our mission is simple — help you find the fun and help great organizations find you.
Maine Outsider: Invite 141 // Oct 7
Invite 141 // Oct 7Well folks, we've reached that point of the year where the outdoor event calendar slows down a bit. For those who are new here, from October to May the newsletter goes biweekly, so the next issue will hit your inbox October 21st. In the off weeks, I'll be working on guides, website features, and improvements to the newsletter. On the topic of guides, last week I shared the Maine Sauna Guide on my very boring Instagram account, and it sort of blew up (to the tune of 15,000 views). You can skip social media and read it here: Maine Outsider Sauna Guide. I'll be adding more guides throughout the fall and winter. See ya in two weeks. ✌️ Max Reach 1,000+ Maine outdoor enthusiasts while supporting a community resource. View sponsorship opportunities.
Uphill ClimbSun, Oct 11 | Carrabassett Valley | Paid Climb 2,500 vertical feet up Maine's second-highest peak in this grueling mountain run that benefits the Adaptive Outdoor Education Center.
Pumpkin RegattaSun, Oct 11 | Damariscotta | Free Watch costumed pilots paddle and motor hollowed-out giant pumpkins across the Damariscotta River from the riverbank.
Tree ID and Bird Habitat WalksWed, Oct 14 | Kingfield | Free Learn to identify trees and spot healthy forest habitat on a guided walk with a Maine Forest Service forester through a community forest with two ponds and a small waterfall.
Mushrooms, Acorns & Sea SaltSat, Oct 17 | Cushing | Paid Forage for fall mushrooms and acorns on a guided forest walk, then watch a live sea salt processing demo and sample prepared bites with a jar of salt to take home.
Casco Bay Wildlife Tracking ClubSat, Oct 17 | Cumberland | Free Track wildlife signs and behavior at monthly meetups across Casco Bay, open to all skill levels and followed by optional coffee and conversation.
Gear Again FestivalSat, Oct 17 | Portland | Free Browse secondhand outdoor gear and get free repairs at Maine GearShare's annual festival with local vendors, a bike sale, and food from Maine Beer Company.
Haunted Tides at Reid State ParkSat, Oct 17 | Georgetown | Paid Spend a Halloween-themed evening learning about Maine's nocturnal animals on bat walks, haunted trails, and campfire stories under the night sky.
Wild Food PicnicSat, Oct 17 | Cushing | Paid Forage for mushrooms and acorns with a guide, then feast on wild foods prepared from the harvest while walking among outdoor sculptures at Langlais Art Preserve.
Meet the MarshSun, Oct 18 | Freeport | Free Explore a coastal marsh on guided tours, then stick around for printmaking, live music, animal demos, a community campfire, and food trucks.
Scaredy KATSat, Oct 24 | Millinocket | Paid Race through Halloween-themed 1K or 5K trails in costume, then stick around for a haunted trail walk and costume contest at Knife Edge Brewing.
Pond and Pines RetreatSun, Oct 25 | Jefferson | Paid Hike to a cabin on Little Dyer Pond for a full day of yoga, reiki, and poetry, with a lunch of local foods included. Coming Up (Previously Featured)Queerly Camp | Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11 | Paid Downeast Trail Festival | Sat, Oct 10 | Paid North American Wife Carrying Championship | Sat, Oct 10 | Paid Maine Lobster Ride | Sat, Oct 10 | Paid Presumpscot River Revival Race | Sat, Oct 17 | Paid What did you think of this week's newsletter?Too many events? Wrong corner of Maine? Idea for something new? Your feedback goes straight into the next issue. Hey, I'm Max. I created the Maine Outsider to help people connect with organizations offering outdoor events and experiences around the state. I monitor 400+ newsletters, but I can't know everything. If you're hosting an event or have a tip about an upcoming experience, use our tip line to let me know. Thanks for reading. Now, get out there! |
The Maine Outsider
The Maine Outsider is a free newsletter curating outdoor events across the state. Our mission is simple — help you find the fun and help great organizations find you.