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The Appalachian Mountain Club is America's oldest conservation and recreation organization. The AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment and stewardship of the mountains, forests, waters and trails of the Appalachian region. The mission of AMC Maine is to encourage people to enjoy and appreciate the natural world because we believe that successful conservation depends on this experience.
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Camden Maiden Cliff and Mt. Battie
Location not specified yetWe'll start the day with the 2 -mile Scenic Trail Cut-off and Maiden Cliff Trail loop. The trail is considered moderate to steep and climbs to 800.' There may be muddy or slippery spots, and part of the trail is rocky. From the top, we will be rewarded with spectacular views of Lake Megunticook and the surrounding mountains. We'll also see a large cross erected in memory of 11-year-old Elenora French, who fell from the cliff in 1864. Alltrails Route description
Next, we'll move our cars down the street and hike the 2.4-mile scenic Carriage Road Trail to Mount Battie. This hike offers breathtaking views of Penobscot Bay, Camden Harbor, and the surrounding mountains. This trail has a steady incline to the 580' summit. There are some rocky sections, and mud is possible as well. Alltrails Route description
Please wear study shoes and bring water, snacks, and hiking poles if desired.
Come spend a morning of exercise and stunning scenery!
Gear shouldn't be a barrier to joining this activity. If you're missing something, please contact the trip leader.
Please note that parking is limited at both of these locations. Please consider carpooling if possible.
Please follow this link to register: https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX0000019bCf/act000213641 attendee
Trail Work at Cutler Mountain and Send-Off the AMC 150 Relay Riders
Location not specified yetMust register here
Join AMC Maine for a special trail stewardship day at Cutler Mountain as part of the AMC 150 celebration. Volunteers will help with critical trail maintenance on a trail system the Maine Chapter has helped build and maintain for more than a decade.
Work may include brushing, corridor clearing, drainage touch-ups, and general tread maintenance. No experience is required. Training and tools will be provided. Participants should bring snacks, lunch, water, gloves, and safety glasses.
As part of the day, we will also briefly send off the AMC 150 Relay Riders as they begin their ride from Hiram to Freeport.
Optional transportation help is also needed in the morning to shuttle relay riders from the L.L.Bean parking lot in Freeport to Hiram. This is for people only, not bikes, and is separate from the trail work.
Must register here
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AMC 150 Relay – Hiking the Schoodic Peninsula Unit of Acadia National Park
Schoodic Woods Campground, 54 Farview Dr, Winter Harbor, ME, USWelcome to the Schoodic Peninsula (Maine) Leg of the Appalachian Mountain Club 150th Anniversary Relay! We’ll begin the fun by meeting at the Schoodic Woods Ranger Station at 8:30am and taking a short and easy 2-mile loop hike on the Lower Harbor Trail, with views of Mosquito Harbor and the nearby islands in the bay, and then back to the visitor center on the Frazer Creek Bike Path. Elevation gain is about 150 feet. The trail section has roots and rocks. It should take about an hour. We’ll then take the free Island Explorer Shuttle Bus to Ravens Nest and take a very short walk (less than half a mile) and spend half an hour enjoying the clifftop views above pocket beaches and across Frenchman Bay. From there we continue on foot about a mile and a half along the Park Loop Road and the gravel Ranger Cabin Road to connect to the Schoodic Head Trail and the Anvil Trail. We’ll explore Schoodic Head. The very pretty woods here are green and quiet and interspersed with boulders, sheer granite walls, and rock formations. Schoodic Head overlooks the coast, the islands, two lighthouses, and Cadillac Mountain on Mt. Desert Island. This 2-mile section of our outing is rated vigorous, with an elevation gain of approximately 600 feet. It travels along traditional trails with roots, rocks, and steep up and down sections. We’ll end up at the Blueberry Hill parking area where we can explore the beach while we wait for the bus. From Ravens Nest to Blueberry Hill should take about 3 hours. For the last portion of our trek, we will take the bus back to the Schoodic Woods Ranger Station, and either drive or take the bus to Schoodic Point, where we can walk out on expansive granite ledges and relax and watch the surf before we part ways.
What to bring: Sturdy hiking shoes/boots, lunch, snacks, 2 liters of water, wick away clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and bug dope. Optional: Trekking poles. No dogs allowed. Rain date 8/31/2026.
While the AMC does not charge for participating in this activity, you will need an Entrance Pass to enter Acadia National Park. If you enter by car, the fee is per car, NOT per person, so carpooling could save you some money. For information on getting a park pass, follow this link: https://www.nps.gov/acad/planyourvisit/fees.htm
This event is free but registration is required. Register here; https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UUN00000218s12AA/act00017735
Join the Appalachian Mountain Club 150th Anniversary celebration! This is a wonderful way to share your love of the outdoors with a like-minded and friendly community of fellow hikers.
If you are interested in participating but the cost of outdoor gear is a barrier, use this link to learn about our partnership with Maine GearShare: https://amcmaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/AMC-MGS-1-Page-flyer.pdf1 attendee
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