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National Trails Day Family Fun Event
June 4, 2022, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Free
Fun Activities for the Entire Family
(including a Scavenger Hunt)
11:00 AM-2:00 PM, Saturday, June 4, 2022
North Street Community Trail parking lot
126 North Street, Waterville, ME
Sponsored by Kennebec Messalonskee Trails
Presentations
11:15 : Intro to Nature Journaling with Serena Sanborn, Education and Outreach Manager at Waterville Creates
Location: North Street Community Trail
Explore outdoors with a pencil in hand!
Come on a walk with a Maine Master Naturalist to explore observational drawing and the never ending wonders of the outdoors. All ages and level of skill welcome.
Bring a sketchbook and pencil. (Materials will be available for those who need them.)
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Noon: Water Rescue Demonstration by the Waterville Fire Department
Location: North Street Launch
A “victim” was spotted in a kayak caught in debris in the Messalonskee Stream. After studying the current, WFD members will deploy a rapid inflatable boat to ensure a quick, safest choice rescue. Equipment on display includes jet ski, boat, and ATV.
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11:00-1:00: Free Lunch provided by Living Water Community Church
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11:00-2:00: Various Activity Booths from local groups