Fifth-Graders to Visit Campus for Healthy Lifestyle Program

Contact: Jason Hoyt, (207) 581-4121

The first annual “Black Bears of Tomorrow” program, sponsored by Weight Watchers of Maine in con junction with Black Bear Sports Properties, is being held Friday, April 8, with as many as 200 fifth-graders from around Maine visiting UMaine to tour the campus with a focus on academics, athletics and the arts, and learn about promoting healthy lifestyles, physically and educationally. Many of the Black Bear head coaches will be on hand to discuss with the boys and girls the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, using positive role models and exciting educational displays. Events begin at 10:30 a.m. at Morse Football Field.