Workshops and Retreats With the completion of our new timberframe lodge we are offering a diverse selection of programs in the spring, summer and fall. Workshops may vary from traditional skills such as wood canvas canoe construction or paddle making to Wellness Weekends, focusing on physical and spiritual health; to an animal communication workshop to name just a few. Check our workshops and retreat schedule for our current listings and offerings. Our lodge is also available for rent to other organizations or groups who are looking for a place in a beautiful mountain setting to hold a retreat or workshop. Contact us for the specifics. August 4, 2011 Polly travels to Bhutan Polly will be giving a slide show of her travels to Bhutan last June at the Rockland Library at 6:30 p.m. Come see photos of this amazing country in the Himalayan mountains and learn about their culture where the motto is: "Gross National Happiness". FMI: 207.824.2073. September 23-25, 2011 Common Ground Fair We will have a booth at the Common Ground Fair in Unity, ME. Kevin will be demonstrating dogsled construction. We set up a traditional winter camp with a canvas wall tent and woodstove. This is a very interesting fair and worth the visit (mofga.org). October 29 - 30, 2011 Wilderness First Aid The WFA is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants a basic level of first aid training for short trips with family, friends and outdoor groups. It also meets the ACA guidelines. The WFA is 16 hours long (two days), and focuses on the basic skills of: Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal injuries, environmental emergencies, survival skills, soft tissue injuries, and medical emergencies. Course starts at 8 a.m. on October 29th and ends at 4 p.m. on October 30th. CPR available Fri. evening. This can be a WRF recert as well. Cost includes accommodations and meals. $215 or $205 for Registered Maine Guides. CPR is $35. Contact Polly or Kevin to register at: 207.824.2073 or info@mahoosuc.com.