This is a beautiful, educational, & ecological tour to the farthest reaches of Messalonskee Lake aboard the Snowdrifter II--a 25' Godfrey Sanpan Limited Edition Luxury Cruiser. Students will see firsthand the invasive milfoil as it passes alongside the boat just inches below the lake surface. Learn about statewide eradication efforts while enjoying the natural beauty of Messalonskee Lake. Search for Sandhill Cranes and endangered Least Bittern and Black Tern as we travel through the 1300-acre emergent wetland known as the Messalonskee Lake Marsh. The North American Bald Eagles may make their presence known, and you will learn about the history of the area and lake. Captain Gary is a Registered Maine Guide and licensed commercial boat operator. A Rain date will be scheduled, if needed. The boat is handicap accessible for standard-size wheelchairs. Students between the ages of 10-17 years old must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian. Bathrooms will be available on shore. Please mark your calendar and register by June 9th. There will be no refunds after Sunday, June 9th. The class requires a total of 8 students to run.

If you live in or visit Maine you have probably already heard that one of the biggest threats to keeping our state's water bodies clean and clear is the invasive species Variable Leaf Milfoil. The Friends of Messalonskee Watershed have been hard at work for many years keeping the Messalonskee Lake in Belgrade, Oakland, & Sidney, clean and clear for all to enjoy. This summer their expert on milfoil removal, Danielle Boutin, is offering a 3-hour workshop on how to properly hand pull and dispose of it. You too can make a difference! Join her in August and check out the Friends web page at www.friendsofmessalonskee.com. Students will sent a short supply list and release form before the class begins. Rain date will be determined. Must be at least 17 to register. Limit 10 students.

Messalonskee Lake & Steam are wonderful natural resources of the mid-Maine region and offer numerous recreational and conservation activities. Mike Guarino of Maine Wilderness Tours and Friends of Messalonskee Watershed gets you on the water and learning hands-on in this one-day class in JULY! If you have always wanted to learn to kayak and explore the lake's ecology, this is the class for you. Students will receive a free kayak lesson and will be provided all equipment needed. Identification of flora and fauna in the lake and stream will be taught on land followed by a kayak paddle along shore to find various specimens.

Although we will be staying close to shore, all students must know the basics of how to swim. Please wear water shoes; a bathing suit or shorts, sunglasses or polarized glasses, sunscreen, and hat are also helpful and appropriate. Please come prepared with extra clothes just in case you get wet. All students must be 17 to register. If needed, a Rain Date will be announced. Limit 8 students.

Try Tennis, a great sport to enhance your fitness routine, and its fun and social. You will learn the forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and overhead strokes in a fun and supportive environment. Great for friends who want to join together, or join and make new friends. Bring your tennis racket & ball and wear appropriate footwear. There will be no class if it is raining or the court is wet--makeup classes due to inclement weather will be on Fridays at the same times. Students ages 13 to 17 are welcome to join. Class dates are 8/27, 28, 29, 9/3, 4, 5. Limit 12 students.

We've been moving to music since the beginning of time. Line dancing is one great way to keep the beat. No partner required. From beginners to intermediate line dance steps look complicated, but they're really easy to master. It is great exercise too. You'll be strutting your stuff in no time at all. Join us for a fun night out! Please wear sneakers with clean soles. There will be a storm make up class on Oct. 29, if needed. Limit 30 students.

Have you tried Pickle Ball yet? It is a fun, social, and a great exercise sport. You will learn the forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and overhead strokes in a fun and supportive environment. It’s nice for friends to join together, or join and make new friends. Bring a pickle ball paddle if you have one, or there will be a few to borrow during class time. Please wear proper footwear—the instructor recommends either court or tennis shoes and preferably pickle ball shoes. Rain makeup will be Saturdays at the normal class time and depending on the forecast for Sunday we may meet a day early on Saturday. Instructor will communicate with students weekly regarding weather forecast and any class date changes. Limit 8 students. Must have 8 students to run the class.

This class is for 3.0 to 3.5 Pickle Ball players who wish to become a smarter, more skillful doubles player and for those gearing up for tournament play. Please wear appropriate footwear—the instructor recommends court or tennis shoes and preferably pickle ball shoes. There will be no class if it is raining or has rained making the court wet. Rain makeup will be Saturdays at the normal class time and depending on the forecast for Sunday we may meet a day early on Saturday. Instructor will communicate with students weekly regarding weather forecast and any class date changes. Limit 8 students. Must have 8 students to run the class.

Fall is the transition from the busy summer days to the shorter days of winter when we naturally begin to slow down and turn inward. To help ease into this transition of the seasons we will practice some gentle yoga forms to increase flexibility and help with posture and balance. The forms along with some gentle breathing practices and guided meditation can help reduce stress and produce an overall sense of wellbeing and calmness. We will practice gentle yoga forms that can be done standing, seated in a chair, or using a chair for support. All levels and abilities are welcome. Bring a yoga mat and blanket—just in case you would like to use it. Limit 10 students.