University of Southern Maine

Southern Maine Outdoor Recreation

(S.M.O.R.) Program Schedule

Space is limited and pre-registration is required for all S.M.O.R. programs. Please call 780-4939 or stop by the office at 104 Sullivan Complex in Portland. Payment is taken at time of registration for all programs. 

*A ten day cancellation notice
is required for refunds. 

**Refundable deposits are contingent upon participation in chosen activity.

Fall 2009 semester offerings

*All activities may be subject to change dependent on minimum participants, weather conditions, etc.

Scarborough Marsh Canoe Paddle  
                       
     
        
Saturday, September 12^th - 9am-2pm

 Scarborough Marsh is a quiet place to kick back in your canoe and watch the wildlife.
This is Maine ’s largest salt marsh, and home to 27 species of endangered, threatened, and rare birds. 
Come for the birds or just for the scenery, these marshes are difficult to visit any other way than
by small watercraft, so don’t miss your chance. 

Cost: $15 students, $25 spouse or domestic partner

            Sea-Kayak Series

                             

Sunday, September 13^th

Sunday, September 27th

Sunday, October 18^th

Maine ’s coastline is known worldwide for its rugged beauty and dramatic glacially carved features. 
One of the most unique experiences of our coastline that you can have is to see it from the water, with the close quiet intimacy that a kayak offers.  We will visit several nearby destinations for a diverse sample of the Maine Coast .

No experience is necessary to participate, come for one trip or all of them, each will include a basic paddle lesson to start and on the water instruction as needed or requested.

This trip is open to students, faculty/staff and domestic partners. 

Cost: $15 student, and $25 faculty/staff, domestic partner per trip. 

The estimated time for each trip is from
8am until 3 pm.

     Saco River Canoe and Camping Trip
 
  
        
Saturday, September 19^th to
Sunday, September 20^th    

Two days of canoeing on the crystal clear waters of the beautiful Saco River .  Enjoy spectacular views of the mountains in fall color. 
This is a great trip for everyone with two leisure days on the river, and one night of camping along it’s banks.

Canoes, paddles, life jackets, food, transportation and instruction are provided. 

Some camping equipment is available. 

This trip is open to students and domestic partners.

               
Saturday, September 26^th       
Saturday, October 17^th    

Maine trails?  Our first trip will be local as a warm up preparing us for the second destination

in October which will offer a more challenging ride. 

Bring your own Bike and Helmets are required.

Cost: $5 for students,
$10.00 for spouse/domestic partner

     Tumbledown Mountain Hiking
            and Camping Trip
                      

Saturday, October 3^rd to Sunday, October 4^th

Ready to go for a hike and check out the foliage…then come hike in Maine

and get a look at the spectacular mountains in fall colors of October in New England . 
We’ll have a full day of hiking followed by dinner & an overnight camping experience.
On Sunday’s ride home we’ll stop to explore and have lunch at Smalls Falls for a look at a

New England Waterfall before the journey home.         

Some camping equipment is available. 

This trip is open to students and domestic partners.

New Moon Night Hike and Star Gazing

            

Friday, October 23^rd
Friday November 20^th

Bradbury Mountain is a short stairway to the heavens, and there is so much to see. 
The winter sky is emerging with characters you are sure to recognize.  Pegasus, Taurus, Orion,
the Big Dipper, and more will be in view!  So come enjoy the celestial scenery with cocoa in hand.  

          Learn to Ski or Snowboard

       

Sunday, December 6^th

This trip is made for rookies.  Beginners will receive rental equipment (skis, boards, boots, and poles), a limited access lift ticket and a lesson with a professional instructor.  Transportation is limited.

Experienced skiers welcome if room provides.  Location either Sunday River or Shawnee Peak.

               Off Campus Activities and Discounts

     GOLF AT SUNSET RIDGE GOLF COURSE

                
10%  discount on services w/ USM Student, Faculty/Staff  I.D. Golf and fun for All! From Mini Golf to Batting Cages to a Par 3 Pitch and Putt, we have it all, & also our Championship course. Westbrook, 854-9463
 http://www.westerlywinds.com/

        SKATING AT PORTLAND ICE ARENA

                      
          
Must Register at USM Sullivan Complex Recreation Office, Rm. 104 or call 780-4939 to obtain a USM Skate card. 

Discount skating, $2 per visit (reg. $5) with
USM Skate Card & USM Student I.D. 
Call Portland Ice Arena at 774-8553

M, T, W, F 11:45am -1:15pm/Sat: 9-10:30pm/Sun: 1:30-3pm
 http://www.portlandicearena.com/public_skating.htm

         SWIMMING AT PORTLAND POOLS

           

Must Register with USM Sullivan Recreation Office,
Rm 104 Sullivan Complex, Portland Campus at the start of the semester for additional information on pass fees.  Offered to current FALL 2009 semester students only.
Reiche & Riverton Pools in Portland  Call pools for hours at Riverton, 874-8456, or Reiche at 874-8874 or visit the web:
http://www.ci.portland.me.us/rec/schedulepools.pdf

Discount Program offerings through University Community Recreation & Fitness for Students, Staff, Faculty & University Community members. 
For a complete listing of all ongoing specials visit the following website:
http://www.usm.maine.edu/sullivancomplex/ucfr.html  

Registrations for all outdoor campus programs begin Monday, August 31, 2009 the first day of Fall 2009 Semester classes. 

Register at 104 Sullivan Complex for all programs offered. Medical release form will be required for all outdoor activities. 

Southern Maine Outing club offerings
email for contact info:

usm.outing.club@gmail.com

*Ski Passes for Students & Staff*

                        

 The New England Ski Pass 09-10 offers Unlimited skiing and riding all season  at Sugarloaf, Sunday River & Loon Mtn. Must be a full-time student, 12+ credits per semester, with valid college or university photo identification & stamped letter of full time  enrollment from registrar's office. 
$329 if purchased by November 30, 2009





Shawnee Peak season pass $199 for students or
$249 Faculty Staff - All College Students - graduate, part-time, full-time - are invited to take advantage of this offer!

You MUST bring proof of current enrollment when you get your picture taken and pick up your pass. If your student ID doesn't have a validation date visible, you MUST bring a second form of documentation. Acceptable forms of documentation include: Class schedule, receipt from school cashier - anything with the school insignia (logo), your name and date of enrollment (Fall 2009 and/or Winter/Spring 2010)

Lost Valley. Mt. Abrams, Shawnee Peak, Loon Mtn, NH, Sunday River and Sugarloaf all have student & faculty/staff & family member discounts available.

For a complete list of skiing discount offerings visit:
http://www.usm.maine.edu/sullivancomplex/ucfr.html

Call 780-4939 for more information.

For further information or problems with this page, contact: wsargent@usm.maine.edu  

8/31/2009