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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...

Support Conservation

Support Conservation

You care about the Wildlands – whether you’re hiking, biking, or picking wild blueberries. The work of stewarding these 5,200 acres requires constant effort and resources, and as the Wildlands grow, so does the need for stewardship. There is more land to manage,...

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...

South Gate opens June 22

On Friday, June 22, the second day of summer, we'll be opening the South Gate for vehicle access for the first time this year. The Gate will be open during the day on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through the end of October. This year, the North Gate, on the Bald...

New bike loop construction

New bike loop construction

This past spring the Bald Mt. Community Center,  the Penobscot Region New England Mountain Bike Association, and GPMCT jointly hosted a trail building school.  About 30 participants spent the morning in the classroom and the afternoon  constructing GPMCT’s first...

Join the Alewife Run—Paddle to Orland River Day June 30

Take the scenic route to the Orland River Day festivities Saturday, June 30—join the annual Alewife Run from Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery to Orland Village! Cheri Domina of Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust and Karen Francoeur ofCastine Kayak Adventures...

Events

Events

August 2026

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  • South Trailhead Gate Opening
  • Monthly Meetup: Alamoosook & Dead River Paddle
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  • South Trailhead Gate Opening
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  • South Trailhead Gate Opening
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  • Happytown Farm Tour
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  • VIEWS FROM GREAT POND MOUNTAIN What Should We Remember about the Declaration of Independence in 2026?
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  • South Trailhead Gate Opening
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  • South Trailhead Gate Opening
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