BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Women for Healthy Rural Living : Milbridge, Maine - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Women for Healthy Rural Living : Milbridge, Maine X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://whrl.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Women for Healthy Rural Living : Milbridge, Maine REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T193000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031620 CREATED:20260129T135246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T194656Z UID:10001000-1779386400-1779391800@whrl.org SUMMARY:You're Going to Die. Why Not Die Well? Preparation is Key. DESCRIPTION:Open not just for women \nJoin Leona Oceania of Die Well Death Education for a program exploring the importance of discussing and preparing for death and the benefits preparation offers. In this program\, we will review the creation of an End-of-Life Plan\, which includes: \n\nLegacy work\nObituary writing\nHospice\nPalliative care\nEnd-of-Life Doulas\,\nMAID (medical aid in dying)\nHome funerals\nBody disposition options available in Maine (there are more than you think!). \n\nSpace is limited for this free program; registration is required. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Die Well Death Education is the passion project of Leona Oceania. Always fascinated with death and baffled by the fact that we don’t talk about the one thing that will happen to all of us\, she decided to do what she could to encourage that conversation. She has trained as an End-of-Life Doula\, Home Funeral Guide\, Life Legacy Facilitator\, and Death Educator. She serves on the board of the Funeral Consumers Alliance of Maine and is a trained volunteer with Maine Death with Dignity. Leona offers several community death education presentations & series\, and also facilitates multiple Death Cafes in Southern Maine. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n You're Going to Die. Why Not Die Well? Preparation is Key.\n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.You're Going to Die. Why Not Die Well? Preparation is Key.17 seats available.\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Waitlist(Required)\n \n I wish to be signed up for the Waitlist\n Your InformationName(Required)Space is limited - register ONLY one person at a time. \n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this workshop?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/die-well/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/die-well.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031621 CREATED:20251230T202257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T200707Z UID:10000943-1779526800-1779537600@whrl.org SUMMARY:Spring Quilling: Blooming Lupines DESCRIPTION:Need more lupines in your life? Create your own through the art of quilling! Quilling—also known as paper filigree—is a decorative art form dating back to the Renaissance. It involves rolling\, shaping\, and gluing thin strips of paper to create beautiful designs and patterns. \nSpring Quilling with Kelly\, taking place on Saturday\, May 23rd\, from 9 am to noon\, is a fun and creative workshop focused on crafting blooming lupines. Whether your style is intricate or delightfully simple\, this workshop is perfect for all skill levels—no prior experience required. All materials will be provided. \nThis workshop is open not only to women but to everyone in the community—ages 14 and up (a guardian is required if the participant is under 16). Registration is required.  \nYou may recognize Kelly from here at WHRL\, where she serves as our Communications Coordinator\, managing social media and newsletter publications. Outside of work\, Kelly enjoys spending time at home with her husband\, hiking\, and exploring various crafts—including quilling. She learned the art as a child from her grandmother and is excited to share this timeless craft with others. \nRegistration opens March 1st. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Spring Quilling: Blooming Lupines\n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Spring Quilling: Blooming LupinesThis session is full. Please join the waitlist below.Intro to Knitting Waitlist(Required)\n \n I wish to be signed up for the Waitlist\n Your InformationName(Required)Space is limited - register ONLY one person at a time. \n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Do you require English/Spanish translation for this workshop?(Required)\n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Yes\, I require translation services.\n Translation ServicesYou indicated that you require English/Spanish translation. We will do our utmost to try to provide translation\, given translator availability.\n \n Yes\, I confirm that I need translation services!\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this workshop?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/spring-quilling/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/lupines.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031621 CREATED:20251209T201519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T205305Z UID:10000972-1779818400-1779822000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Menopause Support Group DESCRIPTION:You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing\, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French\, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist\, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others\, share your own story (optional)\, learn techniques for self-management\, gather resources to become your own best advocate in navigating healthcare\, and connect with others to build your support system outside the group. Open to all community members who will experience menopause at some point in their lives; we welcome folks from their 20s and up. Whether you want to listen\, speak\, or simply connect\, you are welcome to the circle.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Menopause Support Group\n Only first-time attendees need register! \n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/menopause-support-group/2026-05-26/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/menopause-2025.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTAMP:20260518T031621 CREATED:20260102T213135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T213341Z UID:10000946-1780099200-1780271999@whrl.org SUMMARY:Beginner Chainsaw Safety–Open to all DESCRIPTION:Join WHRL alongside MOFGA and Maine Seacoast Mission for Beginner Chainsaw Safety–Open to all! \nLearn safe chainsaw operation in these one-and-a-half-day courses. We’ll cover personal protective equipment (PPE) and chainsaw selection\, and practice safe handling and open-face bore cutting techniques with instructor supervision. Designed for beginners. \nLocation: Maine Seacoast Mission – Downeast Campus\, 6 Weald Bethel Ln\, Cherryfield\, ME 04622Hours: Day 1 of this course will run 10am – 4pm\, and Day 2 will run 8am – 4pm. \n$240 general admission and $190 for MOFGA and Midcoast Conservancy members. \nPlease reach out to forestry@mofga.org with any questions. \n*Limited scholarship funds are available to community members in order to increase program accessibility. For any questions about or to receive scholarship funds\, please email events@mofga.org. \nParticipants in MOFGA’s Journeyperson program are welcome to register at no-cost with a limit of three Journeyperson participants per course. \n \n Register Here URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/beginner-chainsaw-safety-open-to-all/ LOCATION:Maine Seacoast Mission CATEGORIES:Skill Building ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/chainsaw-safety.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20250709T202023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T185651Z UID:10000371-1781341200-1781348400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Craft & Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group\, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting\, crocheting\, needlework\, or paper crafts\, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun\, casual space to learn\, share ideas\, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! \nReach out to Kelly if you have questions! URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/craft-chat-2/2026-06-13/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/craft-chat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20260121T010211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T220417Z UID:10000993-1781344800-1781359200@whrl.org SUMMARY:Long Pond Paddle\, Hancock DESCRIPTION:This mellow paddling outing\, departing in Hancock\, offers the opportunity to develop canoeing skills and observe the unique insects and plants that call this spring-fed pond home in late spring. This is a flatwater paddling experience where we can choose how far we want to paddle and tack on an optional short walk from a beach to another pond if we choose. In OWL outings\, frequent stops are built into the program to discuss elements of the natural world that we learn about on the way. The pace is always determined by the needs and desires of the group\, with a primary goal of going slow to enhance our connection with nature and each other. \nCanoes\, paddles\, and life jackets available to the first 6 people who need them; otherwise\, BYO boat! In addition to canoes and kayaks\, we welcome paddleboards on this outing\, though note that they tend to go much slower than canoes and kayaks. Helpers are available to assist with unloading/loading your gear at the boat launch; you will not have to unload by yourself. \nOWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides\, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff. \nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. Registration opens on May 18. \n \n Click here to Register URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/long-pond-paddle/ LOCATION:Hancock CATEGORIES:OWL Outing Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/canoe.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T100000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20260508T163113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T163652Z UID:10001025-1781514000-1781517600@whrl.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention–Summer Session Begins DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, June 15 – August 3Time: 9-10 amMaximum registrants: 8 \nJoin our community partner\, Healthy Acadia\, for a tai chi series designed to empower people to improve their health and well-being through slow\, smooth\, continuous mind-body exercises. This program is recognized by the CDC as a high-tier\, evidence-based program for improving balance\, strength\, flexibility\, and confidence. While especially effective for arthritis\, this program is appropriate for anyone who wants to improve their health and wellness. Tai Chi practice can help: \n\nAlleviate Pain\nReduce stress\nIncrease strength\, flexibility\, and balance\nImprove cognitive function and coordination\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lisa Schaefer\, course instructor\, is a retired Pharmacist who lives in Jonesboro with her family.  She enjoys practicing tai chi\, yoga\, knitting\, quilting\, and exploring Downeast Maine. Lisa appreciates how the practice of Tai Chi improves balance\, mindfulness\, and self-confidence.  She is committed to life-long learning and to improving health through mindful movement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pre-registration is required. Once your registration is complete\, you will receive the confirmation via the email address you provided. While all classes are free\, donations are suggested. Contact Nina Zeldin at (207) 664-1630 for more information. \n \n Register Now URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/tai-chi-summer/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Movement,Tai Chi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/tai-chi-arthritis.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20260107T180347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T153240Z UID:10000949-1782550800-1782558000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Bear's Den Garden Tour DESCRIPTION:Geri Valentine and Donna Kausen are self-reliant homestead gardeners who have been growing vegetables organically for seasonal eating and Winter storage for over 40 years. Geri and Donna demonstrate the virtues of mindfulness and Earth-care in how they tend the soil. There is no petroleum\, plastic\, or packaging in this garden. All work is done by hand with a spade and a fork; they use only locally gathered soil amendments such as leaves\, seaweed\, and manure\, and they save their own seeds when practical. Come and be inspired by this unique off-grid homestead and gardens\, and the women who created them. \nOpen to families and well-supervised children of all ages. This program is free\, but pre-registration is required. Registration opens May 1st.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026-June: IEM - Bear's Den Garden Tour\n \n Bear's Den Garden Tour15 seats available.\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Waitlist(Required)\n \n I wish to be signed up for the Waitlist\n Your InformationName(Required)Space is limited - register ONLY one person at a time. \n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Do you require English/Spanish translation for this workshop?(Required)\n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Yes\, I require translation services.\n Translation Services(Required)You indicated that you require English/Spanish translation. We will do our utmost to try to provide translation given translator availability. \n \n Yes\, I confirm that I need translation services!\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Would you like to join WHRL's email list?(Required)Select one:Absolutely\, sign me up!I'm already on the list!No thank you!How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select one:EmailWord of MouthNewspaperFacebookInstagramPosterWHRL WebsiteRadio AdCommunity CalendarPhoto ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/bears-den-garden-tour/ LOCATION:Addison\, Maine CATEGORIES:IEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/bearsden-002.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20251209T201519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T205305Z UID:10000973-1782842400-1782846000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Menopause Support Group DESCRIPTION:You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing\, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French\, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist\, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others\, share your own story (optional)\, learn techniques for self-management\, gather resources to become your own best advocate in navigating healthcare\, and connect with others to build your support system outside the group. Open to all community members who will experience menopause at some point in their lives; we welcome folks from their 20s and up. Whether you want to listen\, speak\, or simply connect\, you are welcome to the circle.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Menopause Support Group\n Only first-time attendees need register! \n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/menopause-support-group/2026-06-30/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/menopause-2025.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20250709T202023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T185651Z UID:10000372-1783760400-1783767600@whrl.org SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Craft & Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group\, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting\, crocheting\, needlework\, or paper crafts\, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun\, casual space to learn\, share ideas\, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! \nReach out to Kelly if you have questions! URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/craft-chat-2/2026-07-11/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/craft-chat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20260121T011643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T203954Z UID:10000994-1784223000-1784228400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Entomology 101 (Bugs)\, Milbridge Commons DESCRIPTION:Flower and vegetable gardens are the perfect place to build your insect identification skills. Optional sitting or standing activities will help you connect with the beauty and mystery of the insect world\, learn to categorize them\, and consider how humans could possibly survive without them! This program is low-movement\, and you can enjoy it seated or standing. Wheelchairs welcome! For this outing\, you will need to move from your car in the parking lot to the grassy park area of the Milbridge Commons Wellness Park. The park is ringed by a 6′-wide trail with a deep gravel base topped with stone dust\, which makes it easier on the joints than pavement. For people who use wheelchairs\, Maine Trail Finder’s Accessibility Ambassador\, Enock Glidden\, has created a rating system in Wheelies. This outing qualifies as “Wheelie Easy.” See here for more information. For those who would like to move around more\, you will also have the opportunity to do so. Wear clothing and footwear to keep you warm and dry during this slower-paced program\, and a lawn chair if you’d prefer not to sit on a stone bench or the ground. Please reach out to Lizzie at 413-717-7827 with any further questions. \nOWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides\, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff. \nGear Library \nWHRL and MOS have a gear collection for OWL outings. Please reach out directly to Lizzie at 413-717-7827 or by email at lizzie@whrl.org if you are interested in using any of the items below. Use is first-come\, first-served. Need something that you don’t see on the list below? Reach out! \nAvailable Gear \n\nTrekking poles (6 sets)\nLayers: rain ponchos\n\nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. Registration opens on June 15.  URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/entomology-101-bugs/ LOCATION:Milbridge Commons Wellness Park\, Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:OWL Outing Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/bee-on-flower.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T150000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20251211T201819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T201954Z UID:10000902-1784379600-1784386800@whrl.org SUMMARY:Tranquility Garden DESCRIPTION:Visit the gardens at Milbridge Commons Wellness Park with herbalist Jennifer May to learn about herbs that can be used for stress relief and nervous system support. Jen will introduce us to plants such as balms\, chamomile\, tulsi\, and blue vervain. We will harvest an assortment of herbs before returning to the Thankful Room to make and sample some tasty tisanes together.  \nThis program is free; space is limited and registration is required. \nRegistration opens June 1st. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jennifer May is a community herbalist and wellness practitioner with 25 years of experience in the field. She was the owner of Sage Moon Apothecary in Ellsworth and now focuses on her private practice and educational platform\, www.theeclecticalchemist.com. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/tranquility-garden/ LOCATION:Milbridge Commons Wellness Park\, Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:IEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/tranquility.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20251209T201519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T205305Z UID:10000974-1785261600-1785265200@whrl.org SUMMARY:Menopause Support Group DESCRIPTION:You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing\, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French\, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist\, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others\, share your own story (optional)\, learn techniques for self-management\, gather resources to become your own best advocate in navigating healthcare\, and connect with others to build your support system outside the group. Open to all community members who will experience menopause at some point in their lives; we welcome folks from their 20s and up. Whether you want to listen\, speak\, or simply connect\, you are welcome to the circle.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Menopause Support Group\n Only first-time attendees need register! \n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/menopause-support-group/2026-07-28/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/menopause-2025.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20260121T005301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T183818Z UID:10000992-1786041000-1786046400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Twilight Crawl DESCRIPTION:During this twilight crawl\, we’ll be looking for animals that are most active during dawn and dusk. This mellow hike will focus on observing the signs of wildlife that love this cooler time of day during summer. In OWL outings\, frequent stops are built into the program to discuss elements of the natural world that we learn about on the way. The pace is always determined by the needs and desires of the group with a primary goal of going slow to enhance our connection with nature and each other. Bring comfortable close-toed shoes for walking in\, like sneakers or hiking boots\, and a backpack for extra layers\, water\, and snacks. This will be a moderate*\, short hike with minimal elevation change over mostly flat terrain. More information about the trail here (we don’t do the full 1.5-mile lollipop trail). \nOWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides\, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff. \n*To determine the difficulty level of outings\, we use Maine TrailFinder’s difficulty rating system. For more detailed information about these difficulty levels\, including visual examples\, explore the rating system here. \nGear Library \nWHRL and MOS have a gear collection for OWL outings. Please reach out directly to Lizzie at 413-717-7827 or by email at lizzie@whrl.org if you are interested in using any of the items below. Use is first-come\, first-served. Need something that you don’t see on the list below? Reach out! \nAvailable Gear \n\nTrekking poles (6 sets)\nLayers: rain ponchos\n\nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. Registration opens April 13. \n \n Click here to Register URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/twilight/ LOCATION:Frances B Wood Preserve\, Gouldsboro CATEGORIES:OWL Outing Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/wood-preserve.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20250709T202023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T185651Z UID:10000373-1786179600-1786186800@whrl.org SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Craft & Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group\, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting\, crocheting\, needlework\, or paper crafts\, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun\, casual space to learn\, share ideas\, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! \nReach out to Kelly if you have questions! URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/craft-chat-2/2026-08-08/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/craft-chat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T120000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031622 CREATED:20260205T210045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T210316Z UID:10001003-1786788000-1786795200@whrl.org SUMMARY:Season Extension for Home Gardeners DESCRIPTION:Just because summer is coming to an end doesn’t mean your garden has to. You can continue to harvest fresh garden produce well after the first frost\, and this workshop will teach you how. Participants will learn about cold-hardy crops that thrive in the cooler days of fall\, as well as strategies for protecting crops from cold\, such as taking advantage of garden microclimates or using a variety of simple\, improvised shelters. \nThis free program has limited space\, and registration is required. Registration opens July 1.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adam Lambert is the head gardener for Incredible Edible Milbridge\, and his work can be seen at Red Barn Motel and Milbridge Commons Wellness Park. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/season-extension-for-home-gardeners/ LOCATION:Milbridge Commons Wellness Park\, Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:IEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/row-cover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031623 CREATED:20251209T201519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T205305Z UID:10000975-1787680800-1787684400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Menopause Support Group DESCRIPTION:You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing\, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French\, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist\, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others\, share your own story (optional)\, learn techniques for self-management\, gather resources to become your own best advocate in navigating healthcare\, and connect with others to build your support system outside the group. Open to all community members who will experience menopause at some point in their lives; we welcome folks from their 20s and up. Whether you want to listen\, speak\, or simply connect\, you are welcome to the circle.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Menopause Support Group\n Only first-time attendees need register! \n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/menopause-support-group/2026-08-25/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/menopause-2025.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902 DTSTAMP:20260518T031623 CREATED:20251124T194258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T195153Z UID:10000864-1788220800-1788307199@whrl.org SUMMARY:The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society DESCRIPTION:The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Annie Barrows and Mary Ann ShafferLeader: Pat OlsenWednesdays\, 6-7:30 – (9/2\, 9/9\, 9/16)Tuesdays\, 3:00-4:30 – (9/1\, 9/8\, 9/15) \n“I wonder how the book got to Guernsey? Perhaps there is some sort of secret homing instinct in books that brings them to their perfect readers.” January 1946: London is emerging from the shadow of the Second World War\, and writer Juliet Ashton is looking for her next book subject. Who could imagine that she would find it in a letter from a man she’s never met\, a native of the island of Guernsey\, who has come across her name written inside a book by Charles Lamb. . . . \nAs Juliet and her new correspondent exchange letters\, Juliet is drawn into the world of this man and his friends—and what a wonderfully eccentric world it is. The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society—born as a spur-of-the-moment alibi when its members were discovered breaking curfew by the Germans occupying their island—boasts a charming\, funny\, deeply human cast of characters\, from pig farmers to phrenologists\, literature lovers all. \nJuliet begins a remarkable correspondence with the society’s members\, learning about their island\, their taste in books\, and the impact the recent German occupation has had on their lives. Captivated by their stories\, she sets sail for Guernsey\, and what she finds will change her forever. \nWritten with warmth and humor as a series of letters\, this novel is a celebration of the written word in all its guises and of finding connection in the most surprising ways. \nRegistration opens August 1st.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Groups are open to anyone age 18 or older for whom "woman" is a meaningful identifier or lived experience. \nOur book discussion group meets for three sessions. Please register only if you can commit to attending all sessions. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/the-guernsey-literary-and-potato-peel-pie-society/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Book Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/guernsey-literary.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031623 CREATED:20250709T202023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T185651Z UID:10000374-1789203600-1789210800@whrl.org SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Craft & Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group\, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting\, crocheting\, needlework\, or paper crafts\, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun\, casual space to learn\, share ideas\, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! \nReach out to Kelly if you have questions! URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/craft-chat-2/2026-09-12/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/craft-chat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031624 CREATED:20251211T204639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T164618Z UID:10000903-1789207200-1789214400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Preserving the Harvest - Without Canning DESCRIPTION:This workshop demonstrates simple traditional techniques for preserving garden produce that use little energy and are less labor-intensive than canning. We will discuss three ways to preserve your favorite garden vegetables or herbs and how to determine which method is best for your purposes. You will learn how to ferment using the brine and kraut methods\, an assortment of techniques for drying and dehydrating\, and how to best prepare vegetables for freezing. We will also sample some tasty snacks prepared using preserved foods. \nThis program is free; space is limited\, and registration is required. \nRegistration opens July 1st. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mark and Adam are gardeners for Incredible Edible Milbridge. They live on a low-tech\, off-grid homestead where they have had to come up with creative solutions to many of life’s big problems\, including what to do with all of those vegetables. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/preserving-the-harvest/ LOCATION:Weald Bethel Community Center\, 7 Weald Bethel Lane\, Cherryfield\, ME\, 04622\, United States CATEGORIES:IEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/food-preservation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T160000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031624 CREATED:20260122T171510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T203809Z UID:10000995-1789819200-1789833600@whrl.org SUMMARY:Narraguagus Paddle\, Cherryfield DESCRIPTION:This mellow paddling outing offers opportunities to learn canoeing skills and see a variety of wildlife\, including beavers\, river otters\, muskrats\, a variety of birds\, and maybe\, if we’re really lucky\, a moose or bear! We will meet in Cherryfield and paddle upstream\, so the way back will be even easier. This is a flatwater paddling experience\, and the current on this stretch of the river is usually quite minimal—you’ll hardly notice you’re paddling upstream. In OWL outings\, frequent stops are built into the program to discuss elements of the natural world that we learn about on the way. The pace is always determined by the needs and desires of the group\, with a primary goal of going slowly to enhance our connection with nature and each other. \nCanoes\, paddles\, and life jackets available to the first 6 people who need them; otherwise\, BYO boat. \nOWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides\, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff. \nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. Registration opens on August 17. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/narraguagus-paddle/ LOCATION:Narraguagus River CATEGORIES:OWL Outing Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/canoeing-narraguagus.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031624 CREATED:20251230T200239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T203548Z UID:10000942-1790427600-1790438400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Crochet 101 + Granny Squares DESCRIPTION:Crochet 101 + Granny Squares offers a fun\, relaxed environment where beginners can learn the basics of crochet and then take it up a notch by creating Granny Squares. If you already know the fundamentals\, you’re welcome to jump right into making granny squares! These versatile squares offer endless creative possibilities and are a great way to use up leftover yarn. \nJoin us Saturday\, September 26th\, from 1–4 PM at the WHRL Office. WHRL provides a welcoming space to start crafting\, build skills\, and connect with others in the community. \nThis workshop is open not only to women\, but to everyone in the community—ages 12 and up (a guardian is required if the participant is under the age of 16). Registration is required. \nYou may recognize Kelly from WHRL\, where she serves as our Communications Coordinator\, managing social media and newsletter publications. In her free time\, Kelly enjoys spending time at home with her husband\, hiking\, and various crafts\, including crocheting. She learned to crochet at age 19 from a kind\, grandmotherly friend and has practiced the craft on and off over the years. Kelly is excited to share her love of crochet and show others that\, with step-by-step guidance and a little practice\, anyone can learn to crochet! \nRegistration opens July 1st. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/crochet-101-granny-squares/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street (front door) CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/granny-squares.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031624 CREATED:20251209T201519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T205305Z UID:10000976-1790704800-1790708400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Menopause Support Group DESCRIPTION:You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing\, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French\, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist\, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others\, share your own story (optional)\, learn techniques for self-management\, gather resources to become your own best advocate in navigating healthcare\, and connect with others to build your support system outside the group. Open to all community members who will experience menopause at some point in their lives; we welcome folks from their 20s and up. Whether you want to listen\, speak\, or simply connect\, you are welcome to the circle.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Menopause Support Group\n Only first-time attendees need register! \n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/menopause-support-group/2026-09-29/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/menopause-2025.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031624 CREATED:20251204T183923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T183927Z UID:10000877-1790875800-1790881200@whrl.org SUMMARY:Caregiver Self-Care DESCRIPTION:As a caregiver\, you play a vital role in the life of your loved one. However\, it is important to remember that taking care of yourself is important too. Your physical and emotional well-being directly impacts your ability to provide care. Prioritizing self-care prevents burnout and improves overall health. This presentation will include tips for good self-care\, finding time for yourself and potential resources. This is designed for current caregivers and will include an open discussion segment. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and solutions. Learning from each other is a valuable part of the journey. Remember\, taking time for yourself is taking time for someone very important – you. By prioritizing self-care\, you are better equipped to care for your loved one and support yourself in the process. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This program will be led by Kathy Baillargeon\, the Executive Director for Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County. Previously\, Kathy worked for a medical hospice for 13 and a half years. She has been doing presentations for 30 years and was recently certified as a Five Wishes presenter. She also managed volunteers for 30 years before coming to HVHC. She enjoys the outdoors\, and hiking is her greatest love. Kathy lives in Bangor with her partner Tom and their cat Greta. She has had many experiences in end-of-life support\, both professionally and personally. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Caregiver Self Care\n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Caregiver Self Care18 seats available.\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Waitlist(Required)\n \n I wish to be signed up for the Waitlist\n Your InformationName(Required)Space is limited - register ONLY one person at a time. \n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this workshop?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/caregiver-self-care/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/caregiver.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031625 CREATED:20260114T151714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T172506Z UID:10000989-1791480600-1791486000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Estate Planning 101 with Rebecca Sargent DESCRIPTION:This program is a two-part series occurring on October 8th and 15th. \nWhat is estate planning\, and why is it important? It’s not about expecting the worst\, but about putting thoughtful plans in place so your wishes are respected. Estate planning covers both “where will my assets go when I’m gone” and “who will help me if I am incapacitated.” Join Rebecca Sargent of Jones\, Kuriloff & Sargent\, LLC\, for a two-night presentation covering the basic legal documents every adult should have in place.   Some documents or tasks are things you can do yourself; others should be done formally.  We will talk about common scenarios: blended families\, land-rich and cash-poor\, the effect of how you title accounts or real estate\, and loved ones with special needs.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the facilitator: \nPrior to establishing her own law practice in estate planning\, probate\, trust administration\, corporate matters\, and real estate\, Rebecca Sargent was Senior Vice President & Senior Trust Officer at Union Trust Company (now Camden National Bank) from 1994 to 2008. Before that\, she practiced law at Loughlin & Wade in Portsmouth\, NH. She merged her business with the practices of Jeffrey Jones and Roberta Kuriloff in 2013\, thus forming Jones\, Kuriloff & Sargent\, LLC. \nRebecca believes in giving back to her community\, so she regularly volunteers her time and was named the Ellsworth Chamber’s Citizen of the Year in 2024.  Recent non-profit involvement includes: Member EBDC Board (Ellsworth Business Development Corporation); Member Frenchman Bay Conservancy Board; Member HCTC Study Committee; Trustee\, Lawyer’s Fund for Client Protection; Northern Light Maine Coast Memorial Hospital Capital Campaign Committee; Member Steering Committee\, Ellsworth Rotary Auction; Member\, Downeast Family YMCA Board; Member\, Ellsworth Chamber of Commerce Board.  In addition\, Rebecca has been an instructor in various estate planning and investment topics for local organizations. \nAn Ellsworth native\, Rebecca’s passions include travel and golf. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Estate Planning 101 with Rebecca Sargent\n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Estate Planning 101 with Rebecca Sargent15 seats available.\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Waitlist(Required)\n \n I wish to be signed up for the waitlist.\n Your InformationName(Required)Space is limited - register ONLY one person at a time. \n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?How did you hear about this workshop?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/estate-planning-101-with-rebecca-sargent/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/estate-planning.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T110000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031625 CREATED:20250709T202023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T185651Z UID:10000375-1791622800-1791630000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Craft & Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group\, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting\, crocheting\, needlework\, or paper crafts\, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun\, casual space to learn\, share ideas\, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! \nReach out to Kelly if you have questions! URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/craft-chat-2/2026-10-10/ LOCATION:WHRL – 87 Main Street\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/craft-chat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T150000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031625 CREATED:20251211T210350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T202049Z UID:10000904-1791637200-1791644400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Let it Rot: Making Your Own Compost DESCRIPTION:Grow healthier plants in your garden while reducing waste and supporting soil health. In this workshop\, you will learn how to turn your food and garden waste into rich\, fertile soil through the art and science of composting. There will be a hands-on\, step-by-step demonstration of how to build a compost pile. This will be followed by a discussion of how to manage your pile for optimal results and troubleshoot common problems\, such as odor or slow decomposition. \nThis program is family-friendly and free; space is limited\, and registration is required. \nRegistration opens September 1st. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Brian Dyer Stewart has been gardening organically since the mid-70s. Composting has long been a favorite activity. He lives in Harrington with his gardening and life-mate Pam. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/compost/ LOCATION:Dyer Stewart Home in Harrington CATEGORIES:IEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/compost.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014 DTSTAMP:20260518T031626 CREATED:20251124T192638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T130327Z UID:10000863-1791849600-1791935999@whrl.org SUMMARY:Tell Me Everything DESCRIPTION:Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth StroutLeader: Alison BeedyEvenings: Wednesdays\, 6-7:30 – (10/14\, 10/21\, 10/28)Afternoons: Tuesdays\, 3:00-4:30 – (10/13\, 10/20\, 10/27) \nIt’s autumn in Maine\, and the town lawyer Bob Burgess has become enmeshed in an unfolding murder investigation\, defending a lonely\, isolated man accused of killing his mother. He has also fallen into a deep and abiding friendship with the acclaimed writer\, Lucy Barton\, who lives nearby in a house next to the sea. Together\, Lucy and Bob talk about their lives\, their hopes and regrets\, and what might have been. \nLucy\, meanwhile\, befriends one of Crosby’s longest inhabitants\, Olive Kitteridge\, now living in a retirement community on the edge of town. They spend afternoons together in Olive’s apartment\, telling each other stories. Stories about people they have known – “unrecorded lives\,” Olive calls them – reanimating them\, and\, in the process\, imbuing their lives with meaning. \nBrimming with empathy and pathos\, Tell Me Everything is Elizabeth Strout operating at the height of her powers\, illuminating the ways in which our relationships keep us afloat. As Lucy says\, “Love comes in so many different forms\, but it is always love.” \nRegistration opens September 1st. \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Groups are open to anyone age 18 or older for whom "woman" is a meaningful identifier or lived experience. \nOur book discussion group meets for three sessions. Please register only if you can commit to attending all sessions. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/tell-me-everything/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street (parking lot door)\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658 CATEGORIES:Book Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tell-me-everything.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031626 CREATED:20260122T172844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T173610Z UID:10000996-1792242000-1792249200@whrl.org SUMMARY:Exploring Fungi on Catherine Hill DESCRIPTION:What’s spookier than a local ghost story? Not knowing your mushrooms! Learn the story of Catherine’s ghost on this breathtaking little mountain in the Blackwoods and learn some mushroom ID while you’re at it. In OWL outings\, frequent stops are built into the program to discuss elements of the natural world that we learn about on the way. The pace is always determined by the needs and desires of the group with a primary goal of going slow to enhance our connection with nature and each other. Moderate hike.* Roots\, rocks\, and moderate elevation change. Trail info available at https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/catherine-mountain–2 \nOWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides\, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff. \n*To determine the difficulty level of outings\, we use Maine TrailFinder’s difficulty rating system. For more detailed information about these difficulty levels\, including visual examples\, explore the rating system here. \nGear LibraryWHRL and MOS have a gear collection for OWL outings. Please reach out directly to Lizzie at 413-717-7827 or by email at lizzie@whrl.org if you are interested in using any of the items below. Use is first-come\, first-served.Need something that you don’t see on the list below? Reach out! \nAvailable Gear \n\nTrekking poles (6 sets)\nLayers: rain ponchos\n\nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. Registration opens on September 21. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/exploring-fungi-on-catherine-hill/ LOCATION:Catherine Hill CATEGORIES:OWL Outing Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/catherine-hill.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000 DTSTAMP:20260518T031626 CREATED:20250513T134447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T134222Z UID:10000494-1792933200-1792940400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Map and Compass: Practice Your Skills! DESCRIPTION:Map and Compass: Practice Your Skills is open to all who are 16 years of age or older. \nHave you used a map and compass before\, but are out of practice? Or maybe you’ve forgotten the basics altogether? Your phone or GPS won’t always work\, but a map and compass will–if you’re confident in your skills! This program will go over map and compass basics for folks who are new to these tools and will serve as a review for those who are old pros. Orienteering with a map and compass is a skill that must be used or lost\, so let’s use it and stay fresh! Registrants will receive a brief handout on the basics before the program to ensure everyone knows what to expect during the program. URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/map-and-compass/ LOCATION:Milbridge Commons Wellness Park\, Main Street\, Milbridge\, ME\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Skill Building ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/compass.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR