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April in the Wildlands

April in the Wildlands

In these challenging times, we’re concerned for the physical health of our communities, and for the general well-being of people who care for each other and our planet. We’re trying to take to heart Rabbi Yosef Kanefsky’s widely quoted counsel: “Every hand that we...
New Interactive Wildlands Map

New Interactive Wildlands Map

We’ve been working on an interactive map that will be embedded in the website. There is a beta version here. You can decide what to view in the categories on the left. You can also click on any of the icons for more information (this feature is only partly...
Trust Seeking Comment on Accreditation Renewal

Trust Seeking Comment on Accreditation Renewal

The Land Trust Alliance’s land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national standards for protecting important natural places and working lands. After 5 years accreditation, Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust (GPMCT) is...

54 Runners in Wildlands Trail Race

Judson Cake and Jen Britz, both from Bar Harbor, were the first male and female of 45  finishers (1 dog) in the 6.3-mile Wildlands Trail Race Sunday.   Race day was cool and damp with temperatures in the high 40’s and occasional light rain. An additional 9...

2-Mile Wildlands Trail Race

Nine runners participated in the 2-mile race, run in conjunction with the 6.3-mile race. First and second places, respectively, went  to 12-year old Liam Cormier of Orrington and 7-year old Antonia Burns of Bass Harbor. 2-Mile Race Results 6.3-Mile Race...