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Possible GO Gathering Ogunquit Weekend

New England
Weekend Trip
Ogunquit, ME
Posted by Gandalf

About this idea

I’m exploring the idea of organizing a relaxed GayOutdoors weekend getaway this fall in the Ogunquit / Wells, Maine area and wanted to gauge interest from members before moving forward. This time we will not be camping; staying at a base motel.

The vision would be a flexible community-focused weekend with optional activities such as:
• Scenic coastal walks & easy hikes
• Beach time
• Biking opportunities
• Group dinners / social time
• Exploring local shops & cafés
• Relaxing by the ocean with fellow GO members

The goal would be less about structured programming and more about creating a fun, welcoming basecamp for people to connect, explore, and enjoy the Maine coast together.

Tentatively looking at:
Late August or October
Ogunquit / Wells area, Maine

At this stage, I’m simply trying to determine:
• How much interest there is
• Preferred timing
• Budget comfort levels for lodging
• Whether members would prefer motels, cottages, inns, etc.

If this sounds like something you’d potentially enjoy, comment below or send me a message. No commitment yet — just exploring possibilities!

Adventure. Community. Pride. Stewardship.

Comments (13)

Randy May 29, 2026
Sounds like a great idea. Either August or October works for me.
maineguy2022 May 28, 2026
Great Idea! I think October is best.
Fahey04092 May 25, 2026
This is a wonderful idea. I love how this could be a community-focused weekend for members. I'm in for October as well. I think a local Inn or small hotel would add a lot to the trip.
A member May 25, 2026
I think this is a fantastic idea! I would prefer to have the event in October during the tourist off season.
Fahey04092 May 25, 2026
This is a wonderful idea. I love how this could be a community-focused weekend for members. I'm in for October as well. I think a local Inn or small hotel would add a lot to the trip.
ccapone May 25, 2026
I live in Ogunquit. I think it would be great to have you guys in town. I will be away parts of August and likely part of October, but will hopefully be around if and when this event happens.
rocketmandan May 24, 2026
I like this. Whenever is best for the biggest group works!
richardc May 24, 2026
I like the idea. I’m OK with either late August or October. An inn would be nice but open to any kind of lodging.
sedonahikerman May 24, 2026
My vote is for October. I will be in northern NH in September for 2 weeks so October gets my vote. I love the Wells Beach/Ogunquit area. Leef peepers in the area in October might mean some crowds though.
A member May 24, 2026
sounds great!
i’m very interested.
Chuck from RI
MikeyD May 24, 2026
Love this idea!
I'm away in late Aug, so would also prefer Oct
A member May 24, 2026
Sounds wonderful. I'm for October as well. No Lodging preference although an local inn would certainly add to the trip.
JPHiker May 24, 2026
What a great idea! My preference would be October. I think August may be more touristy than October, and the town may be a bit more intimate then. The downside is that the water will be too cold for swimming. Wait, what I am saying?! This is Maine, the water will be way too cold for swimming even in August.

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