If you've always wanted to write but have no idea where to start, this course will demystify the process for you. You'll get a taste of the writing life, improve your writing skills, and develop new ways to stretch your creative muscles. 

This exciting, hands-on course for the creative writing novice is filled with challenging exercises, expert advice, and plenty of direct support and encouragement. As you work your way through the lessons, you'll develop your own short, creative fiction or nonfiction piece. Our emphasis in this course is on developing your skills through practice, so you'll spend more time writing than reading.

You'll master important concepts by completing enjoyable writing exercises and assignments, and you'll discover a variety of strategies and techniques the pros use to develop characters, create a compelling point of view, build interest through dialogue, and add meaning to your stories

Improve English speaking, reading and writing skills with a civics focus while preparing for the Naturalization test. Mini lessons developed to cover topics ranging from American Government, American History, Geography, and Rights and Responsibities of U.S. Citizens. Call today to register for this FREE program: 892-1819.

Instructor: Catherine Renaud

Dates and Times: To be determined based on enrollment

Location: Windham High School – Adult Education Learning Center

Fee: Free

Catherine Renaud, ABE Coordinator, has a Master’s In Secondary Education in English. She is certified to teach English grades 6-12 and adults. Catherine also has teaching endorsements in ESOL and Literacy. She has been working in adult education since 2007 and with Windham Raymond Adult Education since 2015.

Introduction to Recreational Kayaking       

Come learn the essential skills and knowledge the novice kayaker or “never been before but always wanted to try it” paddler needs for recreational kayaking. In a one day of on-the-water instruction, we will cover a variety of kayaking fundamentals from safety equipment, rescue techniques, smooth entering and exiting, to weather and water conditions, and more. Learn the basic types of kayaks and how to select the one that is best for you. Kayaks, paddles and PFD’s for all on-the-water instruction will be provided.

Instructors: Bill and Katelyn Allen

Location: Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Section I: Saturday, 5/26, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section II: Saturday, 6/2, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section III: Saturday, 6/9, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Fee: $29 per section 

Introduction to Recreational Kayaking       

Come learn the essential skills and knowledge the novice kayaker or “never been before but always wanted to try it” paddler needs for recreational kayaking. In a one day of on-the-water instruction, we will cover a variety of kayaking fundamentals from safety equipment, rescue techniques, smooth entering and exiting, to weather and water conditions, and more. Learn the basic types of kayaks and how to select the one that is best for you. Kayaks, paddles and PFD’s for all on-the-water instruction will be provided.

Instructors: Bill and Katelyn Allen

Location: Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Section I: Saturday, 5/26, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section II: Saturday, 6/2, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section III: Saturday, 6/9, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Fee: $29 per section 

Introduction to Recreational Kayaking       

Come learn the essential skills and knowledge the novice kayaker or “never been before but always wanted to try it” paddler needs for recreational kayaking. In a one day of on-the-water instruction, we will cover a variety of kayaking fundamentals from safety equipment, rescue techniques, smooth entering and exiting, to weather and water conditions, and more. Learn the basic types of kayaks and how to select the one that is best for you. Kayaks, paddles and PFD’s for all on-the-water instruction will be provided.

Instructors: Bill and Katelyn Allen

Location: Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Section I: Saturday, 5/26, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section II: Saturday, 6/2, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section III: Saturday, 6/9, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Fee: $29 per section 

Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Want to try the fastest-growing paddle sport in the nation?  Here is a great opportunity for the novice SUP-er or “never been before but always wanted to try it” paddler.  Come join Bill & Katelyn Allen and learn the essential skills and knowledge you need for Stand-Up Paddling, on boards especially designed for ease of use and learning.  In a one-day on-the-water instruction, we will cover the basics of SUP’s, types of boards, getting on and off, basic paddle strokes and essential safety issues. Then there will be plenty of time to practice in a quiet, flat water environment.

Instructors: Bill and Katelyn Allen

Location: Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Section I: Saturday, 6/16, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section II: Saturday, 6/23, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section III: Saturday, 6/30, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Fee: $29 per section

Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Want to try the fastest-growing paddle sport in the nation?  Here is a great opportunity for the novice SUP-er or “never been before but always wanted to try it” paddler.  Come join Bill & Katelyn Allen and learn the essential skills and knowledge you need for Stand-Up Paddling, on boards especially designed for ease of use and learning.  In a one-day on-the-water instruction, we will cover the basics of SUP’s, types of boards, getting on and off, basic paddle strokes and essential safety issues. Then there will be plenty of time to practice in a quiet, flat water environment.

Instructors: Bill and Katelyn Allen

Location: Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Section I: Saturday, 6/16, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section II: Saturday, 6/23, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section III: Saturday, 6/30, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Fee: $29 per section

Introduction to Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Want to try the fastest-growing paddle sport in the nation?  Here is a great opportunity for the novice SUP-er or “never been before but always wanted to try it” paddler.  Come join Bill & Katelyn Allen and learn the essential skills and knowledge you need for Stand-Up Paddling, on boards especially designed for ease of use and learning.  In a one-day on-the-water instruction, we will cover the basics of SUP’s, types of boards, getting on and off, basic paddle strokes and essential safety issues. Then there will be plenty of time to practice in a quiet, flat water environment.

Instructors: Bill and Katelyn Allen

Location: Meet at Sebago Trails Paddling Co., 1311 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond

Section I: Saturday, 6/16, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section II: Saturday, 6/23, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Section III: Saturday, 6/30, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, for 1 session

Fee: $29 per section