Upcoming Gray Maine Events http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9007 Join Maine Custom Wood Sculpture's Bill Fournier as he uses a chain saw to create eagles, bears and more. Watch a block of wood become a work of art. Also see Ron Carlson whose lifelong chainsaw carving hobby became a business; now thousands of pieces later, Ron specializes in carving bears and will have a variety of carvings on exhibit and for sale. Bring your cameras and your earplugs! Also, local artist Georgie Kanach will be on hand to demonstrate a variety of her art mediums and techniques, including her amazingly intricate carvings of moose antlers. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9007 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9008 A massive, museum quality display showing two huge Bull Moose with locked antlers, created by taxidermist Mark Dufresne of Nature's Reflections Taxidermy in Gray. Most often exhibited at the L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport, this amazing display is on loan to us for our visitors to view and photograph up close. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9008 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9002 Barbara and Tomm Tomlinson have been offering Raptor presentations for 2 decades. With bad jokes, silly props and live birds, nature education will never be the same! Their program birds were permanently disabled in accidents in the wild, so cannot be released, but have learned to be wonderful ambassadors for owls, hawks and more! This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9002 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#8998 Combining skills in juggling, contortion, acrobatics and choreography, Maine natives and brothers Matthew and Jason Tardy demonstrate team work, creativity, goal-setting, perseverance and patience. They teach children the importance of setting goals and to reach for the stars! TWO has amazed audiences across the country; and has been described as "juggling meets the X-Games!" This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#8998 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9006 Join Jerome and Tina Richards, certified Firearm, Bow and Crossbow Hunter Safety Instructors of the Maine Bowhunters Association for some hands-on fun with archery. The Richards will provide instruction, set up archery targets, and have a variety of bows for you to try out. This is great way for you and your kids to try your hands at an increasingly popular sport. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9006 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9011 As a singer and songwriter, Rick Charette has been capturing the hearts and spirits of young and old alike with his delightful and inspiring children's songs. His performances blend original contemporary pop music and lyrics with imaginative activities that generate all kinds of audience participation. Many songs performed will be about Maine's wild animals! Rick will sign autographs and sell CDs after the show. Concert show time is 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. rain or shine. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9011 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#6038 Representatives of several Maine and New England tribes will be at the park for two full days with native dancers, drummers, craft vendors, singers and traditional food booths. Special events will be presented throughout each day. Grand Entry both Saturday and Sunday at 12 p.m.. This is an exciting opportunity to learn more about Maine's Native American culture and heritage. (All day, rain or shine). http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#6038 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9013 Celebrate Halloween in two nights of fun with the Park's native wildlife! Get into the spooky spirit! Special Halloween displays! Haunted Hay Rides! Wear your costumes! Games, contests, huge door prizes and more! Regular admission fees. The Nature Store and Snack Shack will be open for spooky snacks and souvenirs. (Call office for more info at 657-4977 if raining). http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9013 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#6024 The Friends of Maine Wildlife Park volunteer group helps out the wildlife park in so many ways; learn more about their ongoing projects and enjoy great bargains on spring plants with annual and perennial flowers, vegetables and floral baskets grown in their own greenhouse! Plants will be available all day each day. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#6024 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#8997 Have you ever had a raccoon stuck in your chimney, a skunk under your porch, woodchucks in the garden, or bats in your attic? Dave Sparks is a licensed animal damage control agent and the professional to call when you experience a conflict with area wildlife. He can also give you tips, tricks and ways to discourage wildlife that may be causing trouble in your gardens, home and buildings. Meet some "due to be relocated" live critters. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#8997 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#8999 Sebago Trout Unlimited (TU) Chapter members will be on hand to teach these popular fishing techniques. Bring Dad to the Park to learn to cast, then tie a fly, then bring it home to try on your next fishing trip- you and your family may get 'hooked'! This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#8999 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9000 The Maine Guides Association is made up of professionals dedicated to promoting a quality, ethical and legal outdoor experience for all. Guides Licenses are issued in the categories of Hunting, Fishing, Recreation, Sea Kayaking and Whitewater Rafting. Come to learn why you'll want to hire a registered Maine Guide for your next outdoor adventure! This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9000 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9001 ATV Maine was organized to promote the safe and responsible use of ATVs, to work on landowner relations, and to be a unified voice on legislative issues regarding ATVs. Maine has been rated #1 nationally for its ATV trail system; and ATV Maine is a clearing house of information from local clubs statewide. Check out their exhibit, some ATVs, and find out how you can become a member of a local club. Kids can test ride a child-sized ATV on a short, supervised course! This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9001 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9003 Many of Maine's predators are active primarily at dawn, dusk or in the dead of night. Called 'crepuscular' or 'nocturnal, find out how these animals are equipped to do their jobs under the cover of darkness, while you wander the park in the dark! This event is from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Regular admission fees. (Call office for more info at 657-4977 if raining.) The Nature Store and Snack Shack will be open for snacks and souvenirs. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9003 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9004 The Ancient Ones, in full period dress, will set up a real Living History Camp from the late 1700s to 1800s. They will put up a canvas tent and have demonstrations going on all day long, including fire starting, cooking, trading, tomahawk throwing, flint knapping, flintlock muskets, weaving, and the like. Come to see what day-to-day life really looked like 200 years ago! This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9004 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9005 Taxidermy is a method of reproducing a life-like, 3-dimensional rendition of a mammal, bird or fish for permanent display. Come and see a variety of examples of this delicate art with local taxidermists Dana Soucier and Tom Berube representing the Maine Association of Taxidermists. Dana will demonstrate the process of mounting a mammal and Tom will demonstrate how to mount waterfowl, both from start to finish. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9005 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9009 Learn about the industrious life of the honey bee, and the role of the beekeeper from Maine Beekeepers. Parts of the bee hive and beekeeping equipment will be on display; and experienced bee keepers will be available to answer your questions. A variety of delicious native Maine honey and other natural products from the hive will be on sale. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9009 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9010 Skillins expert native landscaping staff will be on hand with a wide selection of native shrubs, small trees and other plants that are hardy and attractive, while providing food and shelter for our birds and wildlife. Fall is a great time to plant, and these quality plants are on sale and ready to install into your yard or landscape. This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9010 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9012 National Grandparents Day is the first Sunday after Labor Day, and was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter. Free admission to Maine Wildlife Park for Grandparents accompanied by their grandchildren; regular entrance fees for all other family members. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9012 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9016 Gems of 26 will be offering a variety of events featuring crisp Maine apples and apple products.Visit all 7 GEMS for a variety of fun activities! Here at the Park, watch us feed the animals with demonstration apple feedings at scheduled times during the course of the day. You probably knew the deer and bears love apples, but what about the foxes, coyotes, wild turkeys or turtles? This and other special events and displays are viewable from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9016 43.926701 -70.353500 http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9014 Free admission to Maine Wildlife Park for U.S. Military personnel and Veterans and their immediate family members on our last day of the season. http://www.maine.info/cities/gray/events.php#9014 43.926701 -70.353500