High Peaks Alliance is working to raise the remaining money to conserve a 120-acre Sandy River property near Farmington for permanent public access.
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High Peaks op-ed series to focus on access to outdoors in Farmington region
The High Peaks Alliance has launched a six-part op-ed series on life and land access in Western Maine.
High Peaks summer intern to hit the trails running
A summer intern will join High Peaks Alliance to support trail work, outreach and community events across Franklin County.
High Peaks Alliance prepares for leadership change, launches 2026 naturalist series
Vice President John Rogers will take over for founder Lloyd Griscom as president, as the group continues its mission of collaboration and public access through new conservation programs.
Franklin County easement secures critical link for snowmobile, ATV trail
The deal on a 600-foot section of trail ensures riders can complete the Randy Bunnell Trail between Rangeley and Phillips.
Voter-approved trail grants add to access across Maine: ‘Go outside and play’
The first round of the Maine Trails Program funds 44 projects across the state, including ones in Augusta, Rangeley, Strong and Waterville.
High Peaks Alliance celebrates Bemis Track restoration
High Peaks Alliance is pleased to announce the successful completion and reopening of the Bemis Track in the Rangeley Plantation area, restoring nearly eight miles of critical access for recreation, tourism, and local industry in the High Peaks region. Severely damaged during historic storms in December 2023, the Bemis Track was closed for two years, […]
High Peaks Alliance raises funds for Rangeley region’s Junior Guides
The funds were raised during the High Peaks Outdoor Heritage Festival which was held at the Farmington Fairgrounds in June.
Recreation rangers wrap up inaugural season in western Maine
The High Peaks Alliance successfully concluded its first season with a dedicated five-person crew of Recreation Rangers. This Recreation Ranger Corps project is a key part of the High Peaks Initiative, a collaborative effort to protect and enhance Maine’s High Peaks region. Coordinated by High Peaks Alliance, the program brings together partners including Rangeley Lakes […]
Artist Nora West wins Plein Air honor inspired by High Peaks Region
Nora West was recently recognized at the Maine Art Gallery’s 2025 Annual Show, earning one of two coveted “Plein Air: Maine Observed Awards.” This recognition comes with a $100 prize and high praise from juror David Dewey, acclaimed author of The Watercolor Book and curator of Fiore at 100: Maine Observed. In his presentation, Dewey commended Nora’s painting, […]