Acadia Running Retreat

Friday, June 16 to Monday, June 19, 2023

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Retreat Overview:

Join us for an extended weekend of running, dining, and relaxing with others in Acadia National Park.

The Landscape:

Acadia National Park is

Who Is This For?

Accommodating to different abilities; participants should be comfortable with running

Meet Your Hosts:

Patrick Caron: Patrick is a professional mountain, ultra, trail athlete who fell in love with running at an early age. Most weekends he can be found racing and adventuring throughout New England, as well as abroad on the international scene. He has been passionate about finding ways to give back to the greater community as well as the planet through his running. His inspiration and vision for launching Move Free revolved around bridging the gap between outdoor recreation and outdoor conservation, to help protect and preserve the landscapes and "playgrounds" we love for future generations.

Jarly Bobadilla: Jarly is

Accomodations:

We are excited to work with College of the Atlantic for our retreat's accommodations and of our guests oceanside housing on their gorgeous campus. The campus abuts the "Eden Shared Use Path" and is only 0.5 miles from downtown Bar Harbor and the many shops the town has to offer.

Environmentally friendly aspects of buildings

Parking spots available

(lots of photos of the outside of buildings when you search Millard House College of the Atlantic)

Itinerary:

Friday:

2:30 pm Arrival to the island
3:30 pm Welcome meeting
4:30 pm Optional evening run into downtown Bar Harbor (3 to 5 miles)
6:00 pm Dinner
7:00 pm Walk into town and Bar Island (look at tides)
8:00 pm Campfire & s'mores

Saturday:

6:45 am Breakfast
8:30 am Morning run on the Blackwoods FKT route (11 miles and 3,000 feet of climbing)
12:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm Downtime
2:30 pm Workshop or yoga
4:00 pm Afternoon run on the carriage roads (3 to 7 miles)
5:00 pm Dinner
6:30 pm Walk into downtown Bar Harbor for sunset on the Shore Path and desert at Mt. Desert Island Ice Cream
8:00 pm Winding down by the campfire

Sunday:

5:00 am Sunrise hike/drive on Cadillac
6:45 am Breakfast
9:00 am Morning run on the West Side (10 to 15 miles w/ climbing)
12:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm Downtime
2:30 pm Swim at Lakewood depending on the temperature
4:00 pm Afternoon run on the carriage roads (3 to 7 miles)
6:00 pm Dinner
7:00 pm Film night

Monday:

6:45 am Breakfast
8:00 am Optional morning run on carriage roads
10:00 am Goodbyes & deperature

Packing List:

Running shoes for road & trail (multiple pairs recommended in case of wet conditions)
Casual footwear like sandals for town and beach
Warm fleece or jacket
Waterproof jacket
Long sleeve & short sleeve shirts
Running shorts and tights/pants
Running socks
Beanie/buff & cap
Gloves (mornings can be chilly!)
Sunglasses
Towel(s) for the beach (shower towels supplied)
Sunblock
Insect Repellent
Headlamp and/or flashlight
Hydration vest or belt
Personal snacks for runs and between meals
Hiking poles (optional)
Portable camera (optional)

Transportation:

How to get to Bar Harbor:

Weather:

Resources:

Move Free's Guide to Running in Downeast Maine
Acadia Routes
Acadia FKTs
Acadia Summits & Ascent/Descent Records

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is included:

4 days of adventures on Mount Desert Island
3 nights of accommodations at College of the Atlantic
Custom Acadia Running Retreat Move Free Horizon Hoodie
Product/gear from our generous sponsors

What is not included:

Nothing!

Pricing:

4 Days/3 Nights Single Room: $1,099 ($250 deposit)

4 Days/3 Nights Double Room: $899 ($250 deposit)

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