- June 20, 2026
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GPMCT Benefit Show @ Naiad
June 20, 2026 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Naiad Country Brewery, 15 Beechwood Ln, Orland, ME 04472, USALive music at Naiad with The Bob Dylan Belated Birthday Benefit Band
Thanks to Naiad Country Brewery and the Bob Dylan Belated Birthday Benefit Band for putting this together.
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- June 21, 2026
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South Trailhead Gate Opening
June 21, 2026 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wildlands South Trailhead, Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust, 1589 Acadia Hwy, Orland, ME 04472, USAThe South Trailhead gate will be open, providing special vehicle access that brings visitors closer to popular trailheads in the Wildlands. Visitors may drive to Mitchville Meadow, located approximately 1.5 miles into Hothole Valley.
Open from 7 AM to 6 PM (closes at 6 PM sharp).
Access is subject to change due to weather or conditions.This single-day gate opening is made possible by dedicated GPMCT volunteers and is part of our scheduled seasonal gate openings. Access may change unexpectedly. We appreciate your understanding.
For schedule, maps and additional information, please visit:
greatpondtrust.orgVisitor Guidelines:
- Visitors must sign in upon arrival to ensure contact in case of gate closure time changes.
- Drivers must respect hikers, walkers, cyclists, and equestrians.
- Do not exceed 15 MPH.
- Vehicles must remain on Valley Road and may only park in designated parking areas.
- Do not drive beyond designated areas.
- No off-road recreational vehicles permitted.
- Follow Wildlands usage guidelines.
- Pack out all trash.
- Respect wildlife and habitat—do not disturb natural areas.
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- June 24, 2026
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Views From Great Pond Mountain: Loving the North Woods with Karin Tilberg
June 24, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Buck Memorial Library, 47 Main St, Bucksport, ME 04416, USAFeaturing Karin Tilberg
Author, Conservation Leader & Environmental Policy Expert
Former President, Forest Society of Maine; Former Deputy Commissioner, Maine Dept. of Conservation.$10 Suggested Donation
SEATING IS LIMITED. Please RSVP @ GREATPONDTRUST.ORG
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- June 28, 2026
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South Trailhead Gate Opening
June 28, 2026 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wildlands South Trailhead, Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust, 1589 Acadia Hwy, Orland, ME 04472, USAThe South Trailhead gate will be open, providing special vehicle access that brings visitors closer to popular trailheads in the Wildlands. Visitors may drive to Mitchville Meadow, located approximately 1.5 miles into Hothole Valley.
Open from 7 AM to 6 PM (closes at 6 PM sharp).
Access is subject to change due to weather or conditions.This single-day gate opening is made possible by dedicated GPMCT volunteers and is part of our scheduled seasonal gate openings. Access may change unexpectedly. We appreciate your understanding.
For schedule, maps and additional information, please visit:
greatpondtrust.orgVisitor Guidelines:
- Visitors must sign in upon arrival to ensure contact in case of gate closure time changes.
- Drivers must respect hikers, walkers, cyclists, and equestrians.
- Do not exceed 15 MPH.
- Vehicles must remain on Valley Road and may only park in designated parking areas.
- Do not drive beyond designated areas.
- No off-road recreational vehicles permitted.
- Follow Wildlands usage guidelines.
- Pack out all trash.
- Respect wildlife and habitat—do not disturb natural areas.
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