#CamdenME - #BIPOC #WinterHike

About this trip:

"Join Sikwani and Kathryn for a BIPOC community hike at #CamdenHillsStatePark. Plan for a 2-3 mile hike with about three hours on your feet. This hike is an opportunity to connect in nature with #BIPOCCommunity members, both #queer and #allies. No equipment or experience necessary.

Bring your own lunch and insulated water bottle or thermos for hot beverages!"

$0-$25

FMI and to register:
https://www.kindlingcollective.org/events/bipoc-winter-hike

#SolarPunkSunday #KindlingCollective #BIPOCEvents #QueerFriendlyEvents #MaineEvents #SpendTimeInNature

#KindlingCollective - Winter Walk Fore River

February 7, 2026, 10:00am - 2:00pm, #PortlandME

About this trip:

Build confidence in hiking in the wintertime with Daene on the trails at the Fore River Sanctuary/Jewel Falls in Portland. This is a great event for folks looking to get more accustomed to the challenges and joys of safe hiking in the snow & ice.

Expect ice-covered trails & wooden bridges, stairs, inclined walking ranging from mostly flat to steeper inclines, and the sharing/swapping of techniques, skills & stories.

Gear/accessibility aids will be available to borrow from the gear library: micro-spikes for shoes, hiking poles, base layers, etc.

This event is a #QueerSafe event! "Queer events are designed as an affinity spaces for queer and trans people of all racial identities. If you think you might be queer or trans, you are queer enough. While we love our allies and advocates, if you’re not queer, don’t come to these events."

Experience Required: None
Cost: $5-$20

FMI:
https://www.kindlingcollective.org/events/queer-intro-to-winter-hiking

To register:
https://activitymessenger.com/p/ukBpUGYx

#SolarPunkSunday #QueerSafeEvents #MaineEvents #SpendTimeInNature

#Maine - #KindlingCollective

"Kindling Collective is a #queer-centered #GearLibrary and education center creating an accessible pathway to #outdoor experiences in Wabanaki Confederacy Territory / #Maine. We aim to build community and support people in growing and sustaining relationships with the #NaturalWorld and each other.

Check out our year-round affinity programming designed by and for BIPOC, queer, and #trans people to get outside and build community. Trips are for people of all skill levels: those who are new to the outdoors as well as experienced adventurers.

Gear Library

Borrow whatever you need for up to two weeks at a time for a seasonal membership that fits your budget. Access to the camping, hiking, backpacking, and canoe tripping gear of your dreams all year round!"

Gear Library memberships are sliding scale, with the lowest rate being $15 for 3 months. Gear includes: camping gear, canoes, life vests, snow equipment and more! [Free memberships are available to #BIPOC folks in need]

FMI - https://www.kindlingcollective.org/

#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #Maine #Hiking #Backpacking #GBLTQ