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PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Physical Activity Opportunities in Ellsworth

Check out some of the many physical activity opportunities in Ellsworth. Something for everyone!
  • Bowling – Eastward Bowling Lanes 667-9228
  • Dance - Libitzki School of Dance 667-3039
  • Northern Lights Dance Arts - 664-0606
  • Gymnastics – Springer’s Gymnastics 667-0880 [Link]www. springersgymnastics.com
  • Golf/Driving Range – Volkes Mini StrokesHorseback Riding Lessons/Camp – Double L Stable 422-3001
  • Ice Skating - Open to all! Located beside the YMCA in Ellsworth 667-3086 www.defymca.org
  • Karate – ATA Black Belt Academy Karate for Kids 667-4200
    • Hamel Karate Dojo 667-1565
  • Skate Boarding – Beside the YMCA 667-3086 www.defymca.org
  • Swimming–Ellsworth Holiday Inn 667-9341 www.holiday-inn.com/ellsworthme
  • Tennis – Ellsworth Tennis Center court rentals and clinics 664-0400
  • Walking/Snowshoe/ X Country Skiing Trails, sledding - Woodlawn Museum 667-8671 [Link]www.healthymainewalks.org
  • Walking Trails – Birdacre 667-8460 [Link]www.healthymainewalks.org
  • Downeast Family YMCA – Variety of activities (sports, fitness room, and swimming) for all ages 667-3086 www.defymca.org

Other Great Sites to Help Keep you Active in Downeast Maine
  • Acadia National Park Acadia National Park is Maine's only National Park- and what a gem it is! There are many different physical activities you can do here, including exploring the vast hiking trails or the 45-mile carriage road system. www.nps.gov/acd/
  • Explore Maine by Bike: Downeast and Acadia This page of the Maine DOT allows you to view biking trails in the Downeast and Acadia region. Information is also provided about bike shops, maps, where to stay, and cycling events. www.exploremaine.org/bike/bt_downeast.htlm
  • Healthy Maine Walks This website lets you view walking and hiking trails in your area. You can also learn how to build a trail or register a trail that is unlisted. www.healthymainewalks.org
  • Lamoine State Park Learn about outdoor activities you can do at Lamoine State Park just outside of Ellsworth. www.maine.gov/cgibin/doc/parks/find_one_name.pl?park_id=16
  • Move and Improve The Move & Improve program is a community-based program designed to encourage individuals to engage in a healthier lifestyle by increasing their level of physical activity. www.moveandimprove.org/what.htm
  • Outdoors in Maine:~Hiking Trails, Kayaking, Skiing, and more! The Outdoors in Maine site has outdoor activities from biking to snowboarding. To find activities in the area you are interested in, choose the activity you want, click the region on the map and you will find features, columns, "Need to Know" details, photos and audio and video extras from MaineToday.com and the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram. You can also add your own reviews! outdoors.mainetoday.com/hiking/trails/