Gatherings

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Gatherings

Education Trip Leader Training

We provide the minimum 8 hour course for ETL Licensing in Maine. We are offering this course at our center. You’ll feel confident to pass your licensing test, and you may just have a really good time!

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Wilderness First Aid (WFR Recert) with CPR

Accidents happen. People get hurt, sick, or lost. The temperature drops, the wind picks up, and it starts to rain. Would you know what to do? Many backcountry emergencies are preventable, and even when bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. By learning a few basic skills, you can make the difference between a good outcome and a bad one-and maybe even save a life.

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canoe trips
Canoe Trips

Wildlife Tracking By Canoe

Join Dave and Becca for a unique wildlife tracking adventure by canoe on the beautiful Ellis River in Grafton Notch. This 4–6 hour guided trip is designed for trackers of all experience levels, from curious beginners to seasoned practitioners looking to deepen their skills.

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Immersive

Winter Tracking Immersion in Maine’s 100 Mile Wilderness

Winter Tracking in Maine’s 100 Mile Wilderness, February 8–12, 2027 | Gorman Chairback Lodge and Cabins

Step deep into the winter forest for a 5-day, 4-night wildlife tracking immersion in Maine’s remote 100 Mile Wilderness. Travel by cross-country ski (snowshoe optional), follow fresh tracks of lynx, fisher, fox, coyote, and more, and return each evening to a warm backcountry lodge for shared meals and reflection. Limited to 10 participants for a focused, small-group experience.

What’s Included:
4 nights lodging at Gorman Chairback Lodge
All meals (dinner arrival → breakfast departure)
Gear transport to/from the lodge
Daily tracking instruction and guiding

Equitable Access Pricing
Supporter: $1,495
True Cost: $1,295
Access Cost: $1,095

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