By Renee Cordes June 15, 2026 For people recovering from substance use disorder without any access to transportation, getting their own set of wheels can be both liberating and life-changing. In 2025, two Maine nonprofits joined forces to donate free bikes, helmets and locks to 17 people in recovery — a challenge that often overlaps… Read more…
Portland Gear Hub
Everyone belongs here.
Ketcha Outdoors and the Portland Gear Hub serve our community. Our mission and belief is that every individual deserves safe, equitable access to the outdoors. Currently, Maine’s immigrant community does not have that access, as many are unable to leave their homes. We respect and uphold the dignity, safety, and basic rights of every person. We are all… Read more…
Brown Family Community Award Established
On November 22nd, we marked a milestone that still feels surreal: the one-year anniversary of purchasing the Portland Gear Hub building, our forever home. More than 50 people gathered with us to celebrate, filling the space with the same energy, generosity, and community spirit that made this moment possible in the first place. It was… Read more…
Brady’s Ketcha Story – Confidence That Lasts a Lifetime
When Brady first came to Ketcha Outdoors as a camper, he discovered more than just a summer program. Camp gave him the space to explore, try new things, and build lasting friendships. Those summers outdoors helped him grow in confidence and showed him the value of teamwork and responsibility. Lessons that would stay with him… Read more…
Ketcha Outdoors Names Lucia Stancioff as New Executive Director
The Ketcha Outdoors Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Lucia Stancioff as the organization’s new Executive Director. Stancioff brings extensive leadership and nonprofit experience to the role, with a background in environmental education, early childhood development, financial oversight, and organizational development. Throughout her career, Stancioff has worked to ensure children have… Read more…
Freeport Summer Ride – Pictures are in!
Check out the Gallery Here: https://gallery.brianrimm.com/-freeportsummerride2025/gallery Thanks for riding in the Portland Gear Hub’s Freeport Summer Ride today! Your demonstration of support for the Gear Hub is genuinely appreciated. If you haven’t already, please consider making a donation to support the Gear Hub’s bicycle giveaway and educational programs. Nearly 100 cyclists joined the peloton today, more than… Read more…
Summer at the Portland Gear Hub
This summer has been one for the books at the Portland Gear Hub! Our shop has been buzzing with bike repairs, new riders finding their perfect fit, and community members coming together to share the joy of being on two wheels. From June through August, our Bikes for All Mainers program welcomed dozens of participants… Read more…
