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PHOTO: The Rowing final in the 2020 First Responders Challenge Cup race at Oquossoc Day. (Submitted photo)
RANGELEY — Oquossoc Day will he held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, kicking off on Oquossoc Cove with the First Responders Challenge Cup Races.
Teams from the Rangeley Fire Department, Franklin Countiy Sheriff Department, U.S. Border Patrol and Maine Warden Service will square off, with points awarded towards the Challenge Cup trophy in Kayak Slalom Relay, Blind Canoe and Crew-Style Rowing Races in the museum’s fleet of vintage Rangeley Boats.
“The races are a hoot to watch from the usual spills and bumping in the kayak relay, to the blindfolded chaos and crashes in canoes, and all topped off with some competitive rowing,” said Bill Pierce, Outdoor Heritage Center executive direcotr. “I hope folks will treat themselves to some good old-fashioned fun and come cheer on the special folks who keep us safe as they selflessly serve the Rangeley region. It’s just a blast to watch.”
The museum will also host the annual art, craft and antiques show on its grounds at the corner of Routes 4 and 17.
More than 40 vendors are participating.
The museum also has new artifacts and exhibits, including Early Skiing in Rangeley and Capt. Haley’s 19th Century Bird Egg Collection. There are recently acquired artifacts in every gallery, as well as several Wabanaki artifacts added just this spring. Live music will be provided during the day at the Town Park along with other activities sponsored by the Oquossoc Day Committee.
“The day in this special little village will be highlighted with good food from our neighbors and some fun bargains, music and competition and the Outdoor Heritage Museum is proud to be part of this wonderful summer tradition,” Pierce said.
For more information, visit www.outdoorheritagemuseum.org.
