Get outside and get active!

Hello Everyone,

         This is one of my favorite seasons to do outdoor recreation or activities because the weather is perfect. For the past few weeks I have started taking my puppy Oscar running with me and he loves it. We go on trails and roads and sometimes do both in the same run to keep the variety going for the both of us! Last week we ran around the Boulevard in Portland which is dog friendly and a perfect running path around the back bay. This spring they have made some additions to the area with the soccer field and gardens. They added an obstacle course that goes around the perimeter of the soccer field. This is an awesome activity for your family, friends, or maybe a sports team to participate in. It gets your heart going and challenges you to try new things with the support of others. Below I included a few pictures of some of the elements they have to offer, plus a pretty view of our run.

Since this obstacle course is around the perimeter of the soccer field you could set a goal for your group to complete in a certain amount of time. Make sure any goals you make for your kids or friends to be achievable while being safe and fun!

Try to get down and check this out this weekend while we still have some beautiful weather!

-Maggy

Rain or shine we like to have fun!

Hello everyone,

with summer coming to a close and fall on our doorstep brings some cooler weather that is perfect for climbing! We also do not let a little rain scare us away! Last week we had an awesome IT group come from IDEXX (a local company) to spend a team building day and having new experiences together. Team building is an awesome event to participate in whether you are child or adult, it can really help open your perspective to new ideas. Team building is not just playing name games, or doing trust falls, but its about stepping out of your comfort zone and pushing yourself to new heights with the support of your peers. At Seacoast Adventure we are just beginning to get into having team building outings and I am very excited! I am in the process of creating the program now!

Below are a few pictures from our day with IDEXX, it was a rainy one but none the less an awesome day!

Have a great rest of your week!

-Maggy

Summer Sunsets

Hey everyone,

I just wanted to share a beautiful picture of a sunset that happened this week. I didn't know if any of the people viewing this blog might have their favorite spots to watch the sunset.

I was told that Hackers Hill in Casco, Maine is a beautiful destination to watch the sunset. It gets you just high enough to look over the hill sides and watch the sunset go down.

I also have some other ideas to get you guys moving outside that requires less effort than climbing in the trees. Pondicherry Park is in Bridgeton, Maine it has free parking and a bridge over the road to get you access to the park.

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This photo illustrates the different types of paths and their lengths available at this location. Maybe after sitting at work all day take your family or you pet for a walk here.

Another great place to visit is Jugtown Forest in Casco, Maine. The link below gives all of the details.
http://www.mainetrailfinder.com/Trail/jugtown-forest/print/

Have a great Sunday everyone!

-Maggy

Climb like an ape up in the trees!

Good afternoon everyone,

Today I just wanted to share some new pictures of our recently expanded ropes course. I really love some of the new elements that we have to offer and hope you will want to come try them out with us! We have expanded our green and blue courses so we have something to offer everyone.

All of these pictures are out on our back ropes course and are all brand new elements so if you haven't tried them yet come test out your climbing skills with us!

Have a great week!

-Maggy

Want to play in the ocean?

Hello everyone,

We are finally now into July and starting to get some hotter days which makes everyone want to cool off in some water. Whether it be the ocean, lake, river, pond, or pool maybe! We all like to go for a swim and cool off, especially us who work outside all day long. I have been lucky enough to work a few days a week outside and on the ocean which is the best at Ocean Jet Ski Rentals.

These are 4 Jet Skis available for rent by the half hour, hour, or two hours. The experience begins in Camp Ellis, Maine off of the pier, which is at the mouth of the Saco River, right beside the jetty. A "spotter" or staff member on another jet ski will bring you out past the rocks of the jetty and into the ocean. From there you can play around the islands or cruise along the beach up to Old Orchard Beach. If Jet skis and going fast aren't your thing visit Bare Knee Point Kayak Rentals which is basically our neighbors. Take kayaks up the Saco River enjoying the beautiful scenery and wildlife. If you have never been kayaking before I highly recommend it from this location. Both experiences I would have anyone from Maine or just visiting participate in!

-Maggy

Come Zip with us!

Good afternoon everyone!

I hope everyone is starting their summer of with some fun! If you havent yet then come on down and start your summer vacation with us! I took this picture the other morning before opening the zip lines. This is view from the starting platform, going 1000 feet accross the hill to the high tower. From their you go down 2 more zip lines zig-zagging through the trees and down the hill giving you over 2000 feet of zips! We have the longest Zip Line in Maine so if you havent tried ours then you are surely missing out!

We look forward to seeing you soon! To make reservations please visit our website seacoastadventure.com!

Have a great weekend :-)

-Maggy 

Hot Hot Hot!

Good afternoon everyone,

Today was a very hot and humid day, but we made the best of it doing some training with our employees! These are our new Double Runner racing Zip Lines off of our Green trail that send you 350 feet out into the woods! The progression of pictures really gives you an idea of how far they are zipping! One of the employees was completely frightened but said as long as he was getting to the ground he was excited to zip! Even though he was scared he pushed himself, exemplifying how the ropes course is what we like to call Challenge by Choice. Challenge by choice means that we have the facility to challenge you as much or as little as you want. Everyone has different fears, or concerns, or physical abilities, so we want to be here to support everyone at all levels. Challenging yourself is rewarding no matter the activity so we are excited to be able to give you a memorable experience here at Crazy Apes!

Have a great day!
-Maggy