Outdoor Wilderness Training

Drift back 5 miles into the wilderness along the scenic Mattawamkeag River where you enter into a life style beyond the grid, slowing down and treasuring each moment. 

Maine’s Outdoor Learning Center’s 12 acre off-grid in the woods and on the waters field site is nestled in the quiet town of Mattawamkeag, on the Mattawamkeag River, in Northern Maine. 

A Lifestyle Beyond the Grid

Where you can slow down and treasure each moment of "In the woods and on the water" training. Our off-grid nature retreat with cabins, and hot showers is an amazing place to learn, grow, and connect in a new way.

Surrounded by 100’s of wilderness acres where explorers of the mid-1800’s, such as young Teddy Roosevelt, Henry David Thoreau, and Percival Baxter came in search of solitude, a glimpse the wilds of Maine and ultimately, themselves. 

Our off-grid field site is powered by Nature and by Technology Generator Power

- Generator runs in the morning and the afternoon. We have a charging station for phones. (Please Note: due to being in Nature we don't allow others to bring their own generator.) 

Also, We have limited space in the propane refrigerator. If you need to keep things cool. Please bring a cooler with you. 

We have CABINS on the bluffs, overlooking the woods and waters

 - Main Cabin

 - Student Cabins

 - Classroom Gathering Space

 - Shower House

 - Privies

In the midst of Nature, Our Soul is Re-Awakened. 

 Our off-grid, in nature lodging is what makes these retreats AMAZING! 

Cabin Living in Nature re-sets our body's natural rhythm with our long-ago ancestors, only with the comforts of today. 

It's here in nature that we begin re-remember our strong roots that have been connected to the Pachamama since our birth. 

It’s here that we begin to breathe and think differently.  It has been said that time spent outdoors in the fresh air, improves our ability to think, feel, and BE positively healthy.

We COOK OUTDOORS, and we cook together!

 - Cooking Fire pits

 - Dutch Ovens

 - Reflector Ovens

 - Propane Stoves

Please note, that we do not charge for Meals or lodging. However, when it comes to food, we cater to everyone. Local, Organic, and Wholesome.

If you have food sensitivities - not a problem. However, we cannot accommodate food allergies (Seafood is manageable though) . Please do let us know ahead of time if you have any sensitivities, and we’ll do our very best to fill your needs.

Preparing meals is what we love to do. You will never go hungry while staying with us. We love to eat and so will you.

OTHER Accessories

 - Drilled Well

 - Canoes and accessories

 - And more.

For nearly 200 years the Maine’s woods and waters has welcomed explorers from around the world and have provided them with exceptional adventures in camping, canoeing, hiking, fishing, personalized service, & experiences that last a lifetime. 

Our field training site is located 16 miles from Lincoln, Maine and about an hour & a half from Bangor, Maine.
 

5.5 hours from Boston, MA

3 hours from Portland, ME

1.5 hours from Bangor, ME 

"Capt. John and Tami provide outstanding service, impeccable meals, great off-grid lodging, and a kind hospitality to explorers from all over." J. Lancaster