Finding Adventure in Portland, ME: Motocross, Surfing and Lobstering

Lindsay Patross

Lindsay Patross

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Join host Kinga Philipps as she travels across the country to help individuals break out of their comfort zones and explore the outdoors. Along the way, Kinga challenges each guest to try new things and to experience how stepping outside of the norm can be scary, but ultimately amazing and transformative.

In this episode, Kinga meets up with Anthony Carigan to help him step outside of his comfort zone and embrace all that Maine has to offer. 

Anthony is a social worker who was born and raised in Maine and wants to try something new in nature. Watch Anthony try all of these adventures in the “Welcome to the Maine Event” episode of Finding Adventure. 

Motocross @ Hemond’s MX and Offroad Park

📍 Minot, Maine

Hemond’s has three motocross tracks and 14 miles of trails. Hemond’s hosts motocross races and offers lessons for beginners. 

More info: Check out Hemond’s MX and Offroad Park website and follow @hemondsmx on Instagram.

Surfing @ Surf Camp Maine 

📍 Scarborough Beach, Maine

From surf camp for kids to lessons for adult beginners classes, Surf Camp Maine offers lots of ways to get on the water. 

More info: Check out the Surf Camp Maine website for info on lesions and follow @surfcampme on Instagram. 

Lobstering @ Lucky Catch Cruises

📍 Portland, Maine

Lucky Catch is a commercial lobstering boat that offers public lobstering excursions in the summer months. Lucky Catch will take you on a tour of Casco Bay and show you how to catch your own lunch. 

More info: Check out the Lucky Catch Cruises website and follow @luckycatchcruises on Instagram. 

🦞 FUN FACT: Can’t make it to Maine for a lobstering excursion? Head over to the Lucky Catch website to order everything from lobster tails to the Captians’ Choice lobster bake. Lucky Catch will FedEx fresh seafood to your front door. 

Looking for more adventure? 

Tune in for more episodes of Finding Adventure to see Kinga take locals outside for adventure in cities across the country. 

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