UMaine named ‘most outdoorsy school’ in Northeast, second in nation
The University of Maine is the “most outdoorsy school” in the Northeast and the second “most outdoorsy” in the nation, according to the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education (AORE).
In this year’s AORE Campus Challenge, 98 universities competed for the title from Sept. 16 through Oct. 13, designed to help build a community of outdoor enthusiast on college campuses nationwide.
This is the second time UMaine took the Northeast title. This year, it was second nationally to Texas Woman’s University.
At UMaine, the initiative is led by Maine Bound Adventure Center. In this year’s competition, Maine Bound and its partners hosted eight events and five trips involving more than 800 participants.
“The University of Maine continues to prove it is a destination for those looking for a home in the outdoors,” says Chris Bartram, assistant director of Maine Bound. “Our community showcased a full array of participation, from those who spent their time stargazing, gardening and birdwatching to the most adventurous types climbing the expansive cliffs around the state. Maine has a deep connection and enthusiasm for the outdoors, and we continue to attract and grow that community here at the University of Maine.”