FALL SEMESTER HOURS:
SUNDAY 2-4PM (closed 10/13) & THURSDAY 2-5PM
For rentals or returns outside of these times please go to the FRC at 152 Quebec Street
CALL MAINELY OUTDOORS AT THE FRC @ 778-7495
- Student-led trips and excursions
- Equipment and gear sign-out / rentals
- Clinics and lessons
- Certification and training opportunities
Where to? You name it!
Mountain Biking
Our mountain bike rides are lead by enthusiastic knowledge riders with a true passion for the sport. Rides include local trails in Farmington as well as trips to popular destinations like Carrabassett Valley Maine and Bradbury Mountain State Park in Pownal Maine.
We hold a weekly ride on Wednesdays and a women’s ride on Thursdays starting from the Mainley Outdoors building. Rental mountain bikes are available.
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Paddling
Our paddling trips include canoes and kayaks and are lead by enthusiastic and knowledgeable paddlers with a true passion for the sport. Paddles include local waterways like the Sandy River, Clearwater, and Wilson Lake. Our trips include the Kennebec from Solon to North Anson, and paddling the Flagstaff and Rangeley Lakes region. We provide the gear — you bring the passion!
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Hiking
Our hiking trips are lead by enthusiastic knowledgeable hikers with a true passion for the sport. Hikes include local trails in the Farmington area such as Titcomb, Pico Cliffs, Bald Mountain in Weld, all the way to Sugarloaf, Bigelow Mountain and the Bethel area. Rental walking poles, packs, and gear are available.
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Winter Sports
Our winter sports are lead by enthusiastic knowledgeable winter enthusiasts with a true passion for the winter. Activities include snowshoeing, x-country skiing, alpine skiing,and ice skating. We find time for a fun sledding trip times too! Trips include Titcomb Mountain, Flint Woods, Sugarloaf, Black Mountain, Sunday River and more. We provide the gear — you bring the passion!
Other Programs
Mainley Outdoors, is just that! We support all and any activities and recreation that can take place in the outdoors. We host annual golf tournament, canoe race, horseback riding trips, high ropes course — you name it.
Calendar
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Equipment & Gear Available for Sign-out / Rental
We know not everyone has a garage-full of outdoor gear, so Mainely Outdoors offers an ever-growing inventory of equipment for sign-out / rental for students and community members. Get geared up, and get out there!
Daily rentals for UMF students are FREE!
Kayak Package (Kayak, Paddle, PFD)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$10/day |
| FRC Member |
$20/day |
| Public |
$25/day |
Canoe Package (Canoe, 2 Paddles, 2 PFDs)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$10/day |
| FRC Member |
$25/day |
| Public |
$35/day |
Paddle Board Package (Paddle Board, Paddle, PFD)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$15/day |
| FRC Member |
$35/day |
| Public |
$40/day |
Bike w/helmet
| Cruiser Bike – UMF Student (after FREE daily rental) |
$15/day |
| Cruiser Bike – FRC Member |
$30/day |
| Cruiser Bike – Public |
$35/day |
| Hard Tail Mountain Bike – UMF Student (after FREE daily rental) |
$15/day |
| Hard Tail Mountain Bike – FRC Member |
$45/day |
| Hard Tail Mountain Bike – Public |
$50/day |
| Full Suspension Mountain Bike – UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$20/day |
| Full Suspension Mountain Bike – FRC Member |
$70/day |
| Full Suspension Mountain Bike – Public |
$75/day |
| Fat Bike – UMF Student (after FREE daily rental) |
$15/day |
| Fat Bike – FRC Member |
$45/day |
| Fat Bike – Public |
$50/day |
Helmet
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$5/day |
| Public |
$6/day |
Snowshoes
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$3/day |
| FRC Member |
$12/day |
| Public |
$15/day |
Nordic Package (skis, poles, boots)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$8/day |
| FRC Member |
$9/day |
| Public |
$14/day |
Nordic Skis
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$3/day |
| FRC Member |
$5/day |
| Public |
$6/day |
Nordic Boots
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$3/day |
| FRC Member |
$4/day |
| Public |
$5/day |
Nordic Poles (set)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$2/day |
| Public |
$3/day |
Backpack
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$4/day |
| Public |
$6/day |
Stove (Coleman Type)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$3/day |
| Public |
$5/day |
Pack Stove Package (w/fuel canister)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$4/day |
| Public |
$6/day |
Cookware Set (2 person or 4 person)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$3/day |
| Public |
$4/day |
Tent (2, 4, or 6 person)
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$5/day |
| FRC Member |
$12/day |
| Public |
$15/day |
Sleeping Bag w/Liner
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$4/day |
| Public |
$6/day |
Sleeping Pad
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$2/day |
| FRC Member |
$4/day |
| Public |
$6/day |
Cornhole
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$20/day |
| FRC Member |
$20/day |
| Public |
$20/day |
Kan Jam
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$10/day |
| FRC Member |
$10/day |
| Public |
$10/day |
Spikeball
| UMF Students (after FREE daily rental) |
$20/day |
| FRC Member |
$20/day |
| Public |
$20/day |
For more information on Mainely Outdoors trips or rentals, contact:
Alison Thayer
tel 207-778-7567
mainelyoutdoors@maine.edu
We want to hear from you!
Have an idea for a cool outdoor trip? Interested in a specific clinic or lesson? Send us your suggestions, comments and questions: mainelyoutdoors@maine.edu
Contact Us
UMF Fitness & Recreation Center
University of Maine at Farmington
152 Quebec Street
Farmington, ME 04938
tel 207-778-7495
fax 207-778-7202
umffrc@maine.edu
