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Acadia National Park
Energized by recent federal funding, an ambitious plan seeks to restore Acadia’s largest wetland to a more natural state.
Advocating for GAOA on National Parks Traveler podcast
Eric Stiles talks about the impact of the Great American Outdoors Act – and the need to reauthorize it.
National Park Foundation Contributes $2 Million to Help Build Workforce Housing for Acadia
This $2 million contribution from the National Park Foundation will help support the construction of additional housing units at Acadia’s Harden Farm property in Bar Harbor.
Announcing Raise the Roof – A $10M Campaign to Build Seasonal Workforce Housing
The $10 million campaign will help build seasonal workforce housing for Acadia National Park.
Island Explorer Awarded $23.5M for Electric Bus fleet
Via MDIslander: The money will go towards the purchase of 24 new electric buses and accompanying charging stations.
FOA Purchases Property in Trenton as Workforce Housing for Acadia & Partners
The six existing townhomes will be used as housing for Island Explorer bus drivers beginning in 2025.
Volunteers Hike Soil to Summits in Acadia
Fox Bangor’s recent segment highlights the importance of volunteers in weekly Save Our Summits hikes.
Carriage Rides for Wheelchair Travelers + Online Reservations at Wildwood
Wheelchair travelers visiting Acadia National Park can enjoy a ride on a horse-drawn carriage this season.
Spotlight on our Summit Stewards
Friends of Acadia’s Summit Stewards program was recently featured on Fox 22.
Acadia Confronts a Rising Tide – via Sierra
Sierra magazine story highlights how Acadia is caught between preparing for the annual crush of summer tourists and responding to the climate crisis.