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Fishing Adventure Camp

with Pierre Martin

Jul

14

Next session: July 14th to 16th, 2026

$195 More Info

Are you ready to go fishing? Merrymeeting FISHING ADVENTURE CAMP is a full 3-day freshwater fishing program for beginner or experienced anglers, grades 3 to 6. It is fun, safe and educational. Lifelong fisherman and college professor Martin Samelson will be there to identify target species (Bass, Trout, Sunfish, Pickerel and Perch), help anglers match their bait and tackle to their target species, and encourage ''Catch & Release" fishing to be mindful of Maine's natural marine resources. Info sheet regarding equipment/materials will be provided. *Pickup & Drop-off will be at pre-determined fishing spots. You will receive directions to the fishing spots closer to the camp dates. Schedule: Tues-Thur, 7/14, 7/15, 7/16 (Rain date: 7/17).

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HandBasics Presents: Self-care for Osteoarthritis

with Mary Woodbury

Jul

14

Next session: July 14th, 2026

$50 More Info

If you, or someone you know, suffers from Osteoarthritis pain in the hands, wrists, elbows or shoulders, please join Mary Woodbury, OTR/L CHT for a discussion about self-care and easy-to-perform techniques to ease discomfort in the hands and upper extremities. According to the Arthritis Foundation, 32.5 million adults in America with osteoarthritis woke up in pain today. Come learn about techniques, devices, and splints, to balance daily activities and exercises with pain management. Self-care is conservative care and often the first line of care prescribed by Occupational Therapists.

Open Studio Ceramics (Tuesday Sessions)

with Heather O'Neil

Jul

14

Next session: July 14th to August 4th, 2026

$135 More Info

Are you comfortable with your clay abilities and just looking for a place to work and improve your skills? Join us in the Morse High School Ceramics Studio and start making all those things you have been dreaming up! This is not an instructor lead class, but the instructor will be on site working in case you need something. $65 for materials and studio fee, payable to instructor, must be paid on the first night of class. *Purchasing additional clay: The fee is an additional $65 to cover the firing, glazes and other consumables used during class. Please note: If you miss a class, you cannot make-up the class at another time. The ceramics schedule is very tight and these classes are usually full. Thank you for your understanding!

Open Studio Ceramics (Thursday Sessions)

with Heather O'Neil

Jul

16

Next session: July 16th to August 6th, 2026

$135 More Info

Are you comfortable with your clay abilities and just looking for a place to work and improve your skills? Join us in the Morse High School Ceramics Studio and start making all those things you have been dreaming up! This is not an instructor lead class, but the instructor will be on site working in case you need something. $65 for materials and studio fee, payable to instructor, must be paid on the first night of class. *Purchasing additional clay: The fee is an additional $65 to cover the firing, glazes and other consumables used during class. Please note: If you miss a class, you cannot make-up the class at another time. The ceramics schedule is very tight and these classes are usually full. Thank you for your understanding! *No Class: 4/23.

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Baxter Katahdin Camping and Hiking Trip

with Chris Toy

Jul

17

Next session: July 17th to 19th, 2026

$250 More Info

Join Register Maine Guide Chris Toy for his annual hiking and camping trip to Baxter State Park, Chimney Pond, and Katahdin July 17-19. Although there will be two levels of activity for this trip everyone will be expected to be able to hike unassisted while carrying at least a 25 pound backpack for 3 hours while ascending at least 1000 feet.

The two night trip will entail hiking to scenic Chimney Pond and staying overnight in a communal bunkhouse with up to 10 participants. The second day will consist of an optional, more difficult ascent to the summit of Katahdin's Baxter Peak, weather conditions permitting. Those opting not to hike to the summit are free to enjoy the scenery and lower trails around Chimney Pond and the base of the mountains. The group will stay overnight and hike out the morning of the third day.

All meals and lodging in the bunkhouse will be provided. A waiver, supply list, and short interview with Chris will be provided upon registration. Questions can be directed to Chris at christoy.net@gmail.com, or text at 207-653-3163. The fee covers three days and two nights. *There is a $25 cancellation fee is you register and then cancel for whatever reason.

Make Your Own Potato Candy (FF)

with Maine Tasting Center

Jul

19

Next session: July 19th, 2026

$15 More Info

*This is a Family-Friendly program, which means this workshop is open only to adults with minors. To participate in this program, adults need to register themselves and at least one child. An adult can register multiple children (up to 3).

In this special family session, children ages 6+ and their adults will pair up and get hands-on making Needhams, Maine’s iconic potato candy! Learn the story behind this sweet treat, make your own batch with Maine-grown potatoes, and explore creative flavor twists. Everyone leaves with recipes and handmade Needhams to share. All supplies provided. Presented by Liz Gross of Maine Tasting Center.

CALL US AT 729-7323 TO REGISTER!

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