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SUMMARY:An Evening With Luc Milam of @holidayinmaine
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to Rising Tide Brewing Company (103 Fox St. in Portland) on Tuesday\, Oct. 28 from 5-6:30 p.m. and hear from Luc as he shares stories and images of his summer spent sailing along the Maine Island Trail aboard his 28-foot wooden sailboat Holiday. \nLuc has stirred the imaginations of many on the Maine coast and beyond via his Instagram account\, @holidayinmaine\, and we feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to hear directly from Luc as he talks about life behind the scenes\, aboard the boat\, and among the islands. \nWe will gather at Rising Tide at 5 p.m. ahead of a 5:30 p.m. presentation. MITA staff will be on hand with all sorts of good stuff from the MITA Gear Shop\, and to get you signed up for membership if you haven’t yet joined for 2026! \nPlease RSVP using the form linked here by noon on Tuesday\, Oct. 28\, and be sure to enter our raffle on the form! We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mita.org/event/luc-milam
LOCATION:Rising Tide Brewing Company\, 103 Fox St\, Portland\, ME
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Trail Webinar
DESCRIPTION:For anyone who is new to the Maine Island Trail Association\, or who may not have been involved much in the past\, we’ve got a webinar that’s just perfect for you! \nJoin us on Zoom on Thursday\, Jan. 29 from 7-8pm EST as we discuss the Trail\, how to explore it using the MITA App and Guide\, and ways to get the most out of your membership. \nRegister using the link below\, and we’ll see you on screen.
URL:https://mita.org/event/intro-to-the-trail-webinar
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Within the Whale at Rising Tide Brewing (Sold Out)
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \nHave you heard the buzz?! Following recent features on Good Morning America and on the front page of the Portland Press Herald\, viral sensation (and TikTok star) Chunk the whale\, of Within the Whale\, will be making an appearance exclusively for MITA members at Rising Tide Brewing Company (103 Fox Street in Portland) on Wednesday\, Feb. 18\, with two sessions running from 2:30-3:30 p.m. and 3:45-4:45 p.m. \nWithin the Whale is an immersive marine education program hosted by award-winning wildlife educator Jess Woodend that takes place inside a life-size inflatable humpback whale named Chunk. An amazing experience for adults\, kids\, and whole families\, we encourage you to RSVP and come join us. \nNot a MITA member yet? Go to mita.org/join and become a member for 2026 for as little as $35!
URL:https://mita.org/event/within-the-whale-at-rising-tide-brewing
LOCATION:Rising Tide Brewing Company\, 103 Fox St\, Portland\, ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T200000
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SUMMARY:Night Skies with John Meader
DESCRIPTION:*NEW TIME!* Join fellow MITA members at MITA Headquarters in Portland for a evening skies presentation from John Meader of Northern Stars Planetarium that is custom-tailored to the Maine Island Trail. This event will take place the night before the new moon\, offering the potential for telescope viewing outside (weather permitting) following an indoor presentation. \nNot a MITA member? Join here before registering for this event!
URL:https://mita.org/event/night-skies-with-john-meader
LOCATION:Maine Island Trail Association\, 100 Kensington St\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T153000
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SUMMARY:Boat America — A Course for Responsible Boating
DESCRIPTION:Boat America is the NASBLA Boating Safety Course endorsed by the State of Maine that is required to obtain your Maine Boating Safety Certificate card. Join MITA members at our headquarters in Portland (100 Kensington St.) on Sunday\, March 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and earn your card! \nThis course is open to all ages. If you were born on or after January 1\, 1999\, you may not operate a motorboat with greater than 25 horsepower for recreational boating purposes on Maine’s inland or territorial waters unless you’re 12 years of age or older and have completed a boater safety and education course. \nThis is a comprehensive introductory course that is designed to meet the boating education needs of recreational boaters and includes specific requirements established by Maine Boating Laws. This course will provide general information about boats and maintenance\, information to make your boating experience safer and more comfortable\, and tips on how to be a more courteous boat operator. Students will receive a manual with the course and must pass a NASBLA exam at the end of the course to obtain the Maine Boating Safety Certificate card. \nYou must be a current MITA member to register. Space is limited\, so click below to register now!
URL:https://mita.org/event/boat-america-a-course-for-responsible-boating
LOCATION:Maine Island Trail Association\, 100 Kensington St\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, ME
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SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Afloat
DESCRIPTION:Do you have the skills to handle a medical emergency on the Maine Island Trail\, or anywhere else in the wilderness. \nHere’s a chance to acquire some really critical knowledge. North Star Adventures will present two sessions of their Wilderness First Aid Afloat course at MITA’s beautiful waterfront office in Portland (100 Kensington St.)\, April 11-12 and May 2-3 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. \nThis course contains all the same information included in SOLO Wilderness First Aid\, plus additional topics specifically designed for boaters. Not only will you gain the skills you need to care for people in a remote location\, but you will have a great time doing so! There will be a mix of classroom sessions\, practice sessions\, and outdoor practical scenarios\, so we promise this will NOT get boring. \nYou must be a current MITA member to register (special discount included). Space is limited\, so click below to register now!
URL:https://mita.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-afloat-9
LOCATION:Maine Island Trail Association\, 100 Kensington St\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T183000
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SUMMARY:MITA x SailMaine: Maiden Maine Film Night
DESCRIPTION:Join MITA and SailMaine on April 30 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at MITA Headquarters in Portland (100 Kensington St.\, 2nd Floor in Portland) for SailMaine’s annual Maiden Maine Film Night\, which will be co-hosted by MITA this year! \nWe’ll be screening Maidentrip\, a documentary about Laura Dekker\, who set out to sail around the world alone at the age of 14. Of course\, we’ll have snacks and beverages on hand for you to enjoy during the show. \nMaiden Maine Film Night is always free to attend and open to all\, but please RSVP to reserve your seat as space is limited. We are grateful for donations to help cover the screening fee\, refreshments\, and other event costs. Donations may be made at the bottom of the RSVP form.
URL:https://mita.org/event/mita-x-sailmaine-maiden-maine-film-night
LOCATION:Maine Island Trail Association\, 100 Kensington St\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, ME
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T170000
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SUMMARY:Wilderness First Aid Afloat
DESCRIPTION:Do you have the skills to handle a medical emergency on the Maine Island Trail\, or anywhere else in the wilderness. \nHere’s a chance to acquire some really critical knowledge. North Star Adventures will present two sessions of their Wilderness First Aid Afloat course at MITA’s beautiful waterfront office in Portland (100 Kensington St.)\, April 11-12 and May 2-3 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. \nThis course contains all the same information included in SOLO Wilderness First Aid\, plus additional topics specifically designed for boaters. Not only will you gain the skills you need to care for people in a remote location\, but you will have a great time doing so! There will be a mix of classroom sessions\, practice sessions\, and outdoor practical scenarios\, so we promise this will NOT get boring. \nYou must be a current MITA member to register (special discount included). Space is limited\, so click below to register now!
URL:https://mita.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-afloat-10
LOCATION:Maine Island Trail Association\, 100 Kensington St\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
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SUMMARY:2026 Maine Island Trail Mixer
DESCRIPTION:A new member event for 2026\, we’re gearing up for our Maine Island Trail Mixer event at our office in Portland next month\, and we want you to join us! \nCome gather with other Maine Island Trail enthusiasts on Tuesday\, May 5 from 5-7 p.m. at the MITA office in Portland as we dive into all things Maine Island Trail. Hear about what’s new on the Trail for 2026\, ask some experienced island adventurers about hidden gems in a specific region\, swap sea stories with other attendees\, or just pick up a few tips that could help you finally get started on your first trip out on the Trail. \nWe will begin the program promptly at 5 p.m. with a brief update on new Trail sites for 2026. Following that\, the rest of the event will be casual and conversation based with drinks and light refreshments served. All you need in order to attend is a current MITA membership! Please register in advance as we do have a capacity limit at our office. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mita.org/event/state-of-the-trail-mixer
LOCATION:Maine Island Trail Association\, 100 Kensington St\, 2nd Floor\, Portland\, ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T210000
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SUMMARY:Splash!
DESCRIPTION:Splash! with us on Thursday\, May 28\nMITA’s largest annual fundraiser returns to East Coast Yacht Sales in Yarmouth on Thursday\, May 28 from 6-9pm! \nWe are excited to announce that we are once again partnering with the James Beard Award-winning team at Big Tree Catering\, who will be catering the event with some of the finest locally-sourced ingredients available. In addition to exceptional food and drink\, Splash! will once again offer festive live music as well as a silent auction featuring numerous unique items and works from art from the likes of Eric Hopkins and many others. \nIf you’d like to enjoy a deeper experience at Splash!\, consider purchasing a Launch Committee ticket that will give you access to an early VIP welcoming reception along with other benefits. \nGeneral ticket on-sale dates will be announced shortly. The highly anticipated online portion of the Splash! auction will run from May 4-14. Stay tuned for further information! \nLearn more at mita.org.splash
URL:https://mita.org/event/splash-4
LOCATION:East Coast Yacht Sales\, 106 Lafayette St RTE 88\, Yarmouth\, ME
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