This one day on-water workshop will teach you proper transport of a sea kayak, strokes for most efficient paddling in different conditions, proper boat launch etiquette, safety on the water, where you should and shouldn’t paddle, using a chart while paddling, common rescues and tows. There will be capsizing involved so you are required to wear a wetsuit or drysuit to participate. Limited rentals are available with advance notice. You will bring your own lunch, sea kayak at least 14’ long with two bulkheads, paddle, life jacket, bilge pump, paddle float, and enthusiasm.

In a non-threatening safe environment with no live ammunition present, learn the basics of: handgun safety at home, how to adjust your mindset to make you less likely a victim of an attack; how to respond to a threatening situation; about use of force for self-protection; how to handle a pistol safely; parts of a pistol and ammunition; fundamentals of pistol shooting including holding, stance and aiming; common malfunctions; and selecting a pistol just right for you. The two-hour range time is separately scheduled and has a fee of $60 payable to the instructor. When you go to the range, you’ll fire either your own pistol or one from the instructor and try to put five rounds of ammunition through 4 separate target circles at ten feet using only 20 rounds. You will need 50 rounds of ammunition for your personal handgun. If “renting” a pistol from the instructor, she will have 50 rounds of ammunition for you for a cost of $25. Certification can be used to apply for a Maine Concealed Carry Permit. The two-hour semi-private range lesson time will be scheduled separately from class and is an additional fee.

Learn boating skills from experienced boaters who patrol midcoast coastal waters from Small Point to Port Clyde. TOPICS INCLUDE: Introduction to Boating: types of power boats, boating terms, sailboats paddle boats, and engine types. Boating Laws: Boat registration, regulations, hull identification numbers, required safety equipment, Federal boating laws, state boating laws, and reporting accidents. Safety Equipment: life jackets, fire extinguishers, sound-producing devices, visual distress signals, anchors, and other safety equipment. Safe Operation and Navigation: buoys and beacons, aids to navigation, navigation rules, docking, and the dangers of alcohol on the water. Boating Emergencies: hypothermia, boating accidents, man overboard, capsizing, emergency radio calls, carbon monoxide dangers, and weather. Trailering: types of trailers, lights, hitches, towing a trailer. Sports and Boating: water-skiing, hunting and hunting gear, personal watercraft operation, and other boating tips. New Maine Boating Law Maine now requires persons born on after January 1, 1999 in order to operate a boat over 25 hp on inland and coastal waters to have taken the course Boat America, pass an exam, have the state’s Boat America card, and be registered in Maine’s Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife database. Completing this course satisfies the requirements.

This class will help you understand what the stock market is and how it works. You will learn the language of the stock market and how to paricipate (or not). Plus, topics such as managing expectations and public vs, private companies will be covered. Time will also be spent delving into the intricacies of the stock market, exploring its workings and potential pitfalls. Discover whether you’re inclined to join the market or remain an observer. If you have a company pension or a 401K, a mutual fund, or any other investment vehicle, you’re already a “player” in the stock market.

Doug Parcher is a veteran teacher/instructor and a life-long learner with many areas of content mastery.  He graduated with s composition/performance degree from The City Cellege of New York iun Haarlem. He has taught, performed and survived 25 years living in NYC before moving to a historic hobby farm on the Sheepscot river with, 2 horses, 2 goats, 2 dogs snd a cat.

Have you ever wanted to make cheese? This course will show you how you can make fresh mozzarella cheese in less than one hour! Fee includes all ingredients.

The primary purpose of the Babysitter’s Training course is to provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to give care safely and responsibly for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills and become better babysitters. They will learn how to build a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe, and learn about basic child care and basic first aid. This training is designed for youths ages 11 to 15. Class time includes a 30 minute lunch break.

Need to brush up on your dance moves for an upcoming event or just for fun? This is the class for you. The Tune-Up is intended for those with some beginner dance experience who would like to learn a new step or two to add to their repertoire and to practice what they already know. Join us for fun on the dance floor. Bring shoes to change into. No street shoes please!

Mid to late May is typically an ideal time to start planting your garden in the Midcoast of Maine. We will talk about what plants can be sown directly into the ground at this time of year vs what plants should be started indoors. This class will focus on vegetable, herb and companion flower seedlings for your garden. Come prepared to get a little dirty during this is a hands-on class and walk away with seedlings to jumpstart your gardening! The cost of the class includes all materials. However, a variety of additional seedling kits will be available to purchase at class for $10 per kit. 

Mei-Ling Cheung has a background in horticulture, urban forestry and permaculture. In her newest endeavor, she is providing a variety of classes to help people learn how to live a more sustainable lifestyle. Her classes focus on practical, hands-on  skills and her style of teaching is fun and casual, yet structured and informative.