Horns Pond Ridge Runner Pack In
Bigelow DistrictCome help us pack supplies in for the Bigelow ridgerunner for the 2024 season! It's a ~5.0 mile one-way hike with about 2,000 feet of elevation gain.
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Corridor Monitoring Workshop
If you are interested in corridor monitoring, looking for a refresher, or just want to know what it's all about, this day-long workshop is where you learn the skills needed to find monuments, hang signs, and document your activities. This session will meet Monson; please contact Dave Field if you are interested in attending for additional details.
Moxie Bald Privy Site Prep and Materials Boating
Kennebec DistrictWe're building a new privy at Moxie Bald campsite, and need your help! On June 1 we'll do the site prep including felling a couple of trees, digging to get a flat surface, and installing the base 4x6s. We'll also boat some of the materials to the campsite (as long as we find a boat; let us know if you have one!). We want to get the site primed for the build on June 22-23!
First Aid / CPR
Centenary United Methodist Church 103 Dr Mann Rd, Skowhegan, United StatesWho? MATC seasonal staff, sawyers & volunteers Email coordinator@matc.org to check if space is available. When? Friday, June 7, from 8:30 to 4:30 Where? Centenary United Methodist Church (103 Dr Mann Rd , Skowhegan, ME, United States, 04976). The class will be both indoors and outdoors. What to Bring? A bag lunch and a water bottle A writing utensil and notebook or paper, an inquisitive mind Some humor Clothes (layers) for the outdoors that can get a little dirty (light colored & long pants - there are ticks in Skowhegan) If you are in anyway symptomatic, runny nose, cough, any fevers, […]
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Maine Trail Crew Pack In
Katahdin DistrictPack in to Nahmakanta Stream.
Gulf Hagas Ridge Runner Pack In
White Cap DistrictOur summer ridge-runner is headed to their "home" for the season, and we need some help getting in supplies and equipment.
Moxie Bald Privy Build
Kennebec DistrictWe're building a new privy at the Moxie Bald campsite, and need your help! We might also be finishing boating materials to the campsite if we don't finish on June 1. Those of you involved in past projects can attest to the camaraderie, satisfaction, and good fun with these projects!
Maine Trail Crew Pack Out
Katahdin DistrictPack out of Nahmakanta Stream
Cloud ond Privy Site Prep
White Cap DistrictThis summer we're building new privies at Chairback Gap and Cloud Pond, and need your help! On July 6 we'll do the site prep at the Cloud Pond campsite. This will involve felling some trees and digging to get a flat surface. Access involves about 3 miles of hiking with ~1,000 feet of elevation gain including a 0.75 mile bushwhack.
Maine Trail Crew Pack In
White Cap DistrictPack in to Fourth Mountain
Maine Trail Crew Pack Out
White Cap DistrictPack out of Fourth Mountain
Chairback Gap Privy Site Prep
White Cap DistrictThis summer we're building new privies at Chairback Gap and Cloud Pond, and need your help! On July 27-28 we'll do the site prep at the Chairback Gap campsite. This will involve felling some trees and digging to get a flat surface. Access involves about 3 miles of hiking with ~1,000 feet of elevation gain.
Maine Trail Crew Pack In
White Cap DistrictPack in to West Peak of White Cap
Chairback Gap and Cloud Pond Privy Builds
White Cap DistrictWe're building new privies at the Chairback Gap and Cloud Pond campsites this summer, and need your help! The plan is for the materials to be helicoptered to these sites on one day during the period August 8-11. We'll build them after that. Access involves about 2.5 of miles of hiking with ~1,000 feet of elevation gain and a bushwhack. Please join us! Those of you involved in past projects can attest to the camaraderie, satisfaction, and good fun with these projects!
Maine Trail Crew Pack Out
White Cap DistrictPack out of West Peak of White Cap
Chairback Gap and Cloud Pond Privy Builds
White Cap DistrictWe're building new privies at the Chairback Gap and Cloud Pond campsites this summer, and need your help! The plan is for the materials to be helicoptered to these sites on one day during the period August 8-11. We'll build them after that. There might also be some prep activities on August 16 if that fits your schedule. Access is about 2.5 miles of hiking with ~1,000 feet of elevation gain and a bushwhack. We will be camping at the campsites. Please join us! Those of you involved in past projects can attest to the camaraderie, satisfaction, and good fun […]
Beginners Trail Maintenance Trip
Height of Land Parking Lot Route 17, Roxbury, ME, United StatesBeginners Trail Maintenance Trip When: Saturday, September 7th. Meeting time will be determined by the participants. Rain date is Sunday, September 8th. Where: Meet at Height of Land parking lot, Route 17, Roxbury, Maine How Long? Approximately 4 hours. Can be longer if we are really having fun. Who? Anyone who wants to find out what it’s like to be a trail maintainer. What to bring? Something to drink, snacks and lunch. Bugs may still be an issue, so insect repellent is recommended. If you have a favorite pair of loppers, bring them too. Gloves are highly recommended. We will […]
Executive Committee Meeting
ZoomThe MATC Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of every odd-numbered month, except there is no meeting in July. This meeting will be held via Zoom web conferencing. Please contact Janice Clain for more information.
Build Tent Platforms at Black Brook
Baldpate DistrictWe're building two tent platforms at the Black Brook campsite on October 12th; your help is welcome! Access is only 0.1 miles from the South Arm Road, but we'll need to cross Black Brook so if the water is high it might be challenging; if it's too high we'll reschedule.
Gulf Hagas Ridgerunner Packout
White Cap DistrictOur summer ridge-runner is packing up their "home" for the season, and we need some help getting out supplies and equipment. Volunteers should meet at the Katahdin Iron Works gatehouse at 8:30 or the Gulf Hagas parking lot at 9:00.
Horns Pond Ridgerunner Pack-Out
Bigelow DistrictThe ridge-runner season is coming to a close, and we need to pack out all of the seasonal gear. It's a 5-mile hike up with 2,000 feet of elevation gain, and then 5-mile return. Please bring a backpack with space in it to bring some items down. Meet at the Stratton Brook Pond trailhead at 8am. Contact Audrey for more information.
Executive Committee Meeting
ZoomThe MATC Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of every odd-numbered month, except there is no meeting in July. This meeting will be held via Zoom web conferencing. Please contact Janice Clain for more information.
Executive Committee Meeting
ZoomThe MATC Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of every odd-numbered month, except there is no meeting in July. This meeting will be held via Zoom web conferencing. Please contact Janice Clain for more information.
MATC Annual Meeting
Schair-Swenson-Watson Alumni Center Mayflower Hill Dr., Waterville, ME, United StatesSave the Date
Volunteer Opportunity – Help Set Up the Trail Crew!
29 Malbons Mills Rd., Skowhegan, ME 29 Malbons Mills Rd., Skowhegan, ME, United StatesVolunteer Opportunity – Help Set Up the Trail Crew! What: MATC is seeking volunteers to assist in moving our Trail Crew into the new Maine Trail Center. Tasks include transporting stored gear from Lake George Regional Park, organizing supplies, cleaning and setting up the space. Many hands make light work—join us for a few hours or the entire day! When: Saturday, April 26, from 9 AM to 3 PM (Rain date: Sunday, April 27) Where: Maine Trail Center, Skowhegan What to Bring: Work gloves Water bottle Bag lunch Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing RSVP: Email Holly Sheehan at coordinator@matc.org Driving Directions to the New Maine Trail Center […]
Outreach Presentation – Above the Treeline
Lithgow Public Library 45 Winthrop Street Augusta, ME 04330 45 Winthrop St, Augusta, MaineAmanda Reimer will be presenting at the Lithgow Library. Link Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Community Meeting Room Join Amanda Reimer from the Maine Appalachian Trail Club (MATC) for an educational journey into the alpine worlds of Maine—remarkable ecosystems that cover less than 1% of the state’s landscape. These “living museums” are home to unique plant communities, fascinating lichens and bryophytes, and resilient animals, all of which are adapted to survive in harsh, high-altitude conditions. Learn about the extraordinary nature of these ecosystems and what we can do to protect them for future […]
Executive Committee Meeting
ZoomThe MATC Executive Committee meets on the first Friday of every odd-numbered month, except there is no meeting in July. This meeting will be held via Zoom web conferencing. Please contact the Vice President for more information.
Privy Pre-Build
Palmyra, MECome help with some construction fun! You can help build, organize lumber, or package materials. We will be pre-building 3 privies in Palmyra- come for one day or both! These privies will be built on-site later this season to replace the existing privies at Baldpate, Hall Mountain, and Rainbow Stream campsites.