Sunday, March 11
MADAWASKA LAKE: Sportsmen Inc. Kids’ Ice Fishing Day. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. No experience or gear required. Augers, bait hooks, anything else you might need all free for use. First 100 kids registered receive free ice fishing trap. Hamburgers, hot dogs, soda, chips, coffee and donuts available by donation. Tons of door prizes. Contact Northstar Variety (207-896-3239) or visit www.facebook.com/events/371438249997543 FMI
Saturday, March 24
MADAWASKA: Acadia FCU Marathon. Aroostook Cup Series Race 6. 40K freestyle race with cash prizes; 20k freestyle race. Race start: 10:30 a.m. at Four Seasons Trails, 425 Spring St. Fee: $25/40K racers, $20/20K racers, $10/18 and under. Pasta meal with lots of raffle prizes for all skiers. Visit www.fourseasonstrail.org/acadia-fcu-marathon FMI
Ongoing programs:
PRESQUE ISLE: Nordic Heritage Sport Club Adult Ski Night. Tuesdays; 6-8 p.m. at Nordic Heritage Center, 450 Fort Rd. Group skiing and instruction for all abilities. Cost: free. Equipment rentals available, please arrive no later than 5:45 p.m. Contact Tom Chasse (207-769-2453) or tomsharo@yahoo.com FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: Nordic Heritage Sport Club Youth XC Ski Club. Saturdays; 10-11:30 a.m. at Nordic Heritage Center, 450 Fort Rd. For 4th-8th graders. Want to learn more about XC skiing? Try something new? The Aroostook County Bill Koch Club is for you; play games, learn technique, and have fun on skis. Cost $15/child. Contact Lydia Streinz lstreinz@rsu39.org FMI
PRESQUE ISLE: County Strides Running Group. Sundays; 10 a.m. at various locations. Open to all abilities; be ready for an easy run of 30-45 minutes, and bring friends. Visit County Strides at www.facebook.com/groups/447181508818122 FMI
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