Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust (RLHT) is proud to announce the launch of the Outdoor Recreation Council (ORC), a new advisory group designed to strengthen connections between the outdoor community and RLHT. The council brings together passionate outdoor enthusiasts representing a wide range of activities—fishing, hunting, birding, hiking, off-road recreation (ATVing, snowmobiling), biking, and watersports. ORC […]
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Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust welcomes new board members
Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust (RLHT) recently announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Rachel Hovel and Kyle Haley. Both bring strong ties to the region and diverse professional expertise that will strengthen RLHT’s leadership in conservation, restoration, and stewardship. “We’re excited to welcome Rachel and Kyle to the board,” said […]
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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 […]
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Monitoring water quality a scientific labor of love on Rangeley’s lakes and ponds
This is the second in a two-part series about how Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust works to ensure the region’s waters remain in the pristine condition they are known for.
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Inspectors work to keep Rangeley lakes clear of invasive plants, one boat at a time
This is the first in a two-part series about how Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust works to ensure the region’s waters remain in the pristine condition they are known for.
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Conservation groups collaborate for Rangeley trail projects
Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust (RLHT) has joined forces with the High Peaks Alliance (HPA) to make significant trail upgrades across the Rangeley Region. The trail improvements are part of a pilot program in which RLHT and HPA have combined staffing and resources to expand capacity and complete priority trail work across the region. The joint […]
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Celebrating fly fishing with Rangeley’s White Nose Pete
The 4th annual White Nose Pete Fly Fishing Festival was a celebration of the artful sport of fly fishing in the Rangeley region.
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Two Rangeley area festivals set for early June
Rangeley Birding Festival will be held June 5 through 8 and the White Nose Pete Fly Fishing Festival will take place June 6 and 7.
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Rangeley celebrates International Dark Sky Week
International Dark Sky Week, April 21–28, is a global celebration and call to action to reconnect with the night, protect its natural beauty, and inspire change.
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2025 Rangeley Birding Festival
Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust teams up with Saddleback Mountain for the annual festival which takes place June 5-8.