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Farmington alliance receives $8K grant from foundation
Selected from a pool of over 100 applicants, the alliance was chosen for its alignment with the foundation’s vision of supporting human wholeness, especially for Maine’s historically least-funded communities and populations.
Madrid church plans Christmas candlelight service
MADRID — Reeds Mill Church, 995 Reeds Mill Road, is set to hold its annual candlelight Christmas service at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22. All are welcome. This church offers a nostalgic trip to Christmases past with the original kerosene lamps and candlelit windows. For more information, call 207-639-2713 or visit reedsmillchurch.org. Check out […]
Madrid’s Perham Stream Birding Trail receives upgrades
Upgrades include a new informational kiosk that now stands at the trailhead.
High Peaks Alliance seeks stewards for Perham Stream Birding Trail
MADRID — The High Peaks Alliance seeks community volunteers to help maintain the Perham Stream Birding Trail. This 2.4-mile trail offers visitors a chance to explore diverse habitats on foot. The alliance seeks individuals or groups to “adopt” 0.3-mile to 1-mile sections. Trail stewards will conduct basic maintenance, document conditions, recruit volunteers and inspect signage. […]
High Peaks Alliance receives lumber donation for benches
EAST MADRID — The High Peaks Alliance recently recently received a donation of lumber by Ginni Robie of Madrid, which has enabled the creation of six Aldo Leopold benches along the Perham Stream Birding Trail. These benches, crafted by Greg West of New Portland, are a significant enhancement to the trail, making it more accessible […]
High Peaks Alliance hosts Outdoor Adventure Camp
EAST MADRID — The High Peaks Alliance, in collaboration with Carrabassett Valley Outdoor Adventure Camp, recently organized a field day for campers at the Perham Stream Birding Trail. Campers learned to use a compass from guides Mike Tuminaro from the Maine Professional Guides Association and Brent West from HPA. Under their guidance, the campers gained […]
Fly Rod Crosby Trail calls for volunteers for Clean-Up Day Aug. 24
MADRID — The High Peaks Alliance is calling on all outdoor enthusiasts to join together from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, for a day of stewardship on the Fly Rod Crosby Trail. The trail day will be led by the HPA’s Recreation Ranger Matt Kusper. “Our efforts will be focused along the […]
Solar eclipse viewing offered at Perham Stream Birding Trail
MADRID — High Peaks Alliance plans on Monday, April 8, to host a solar eclipse viewing with expansive views of the High Peak Mountains. The public event is set for 1:30-4 p.m. at the Perham Stream Birding Trail, 554 East Madrid Road. Protective glasses are necessary to view the eclipse. Supporters of HPA will receive […]
Madrid to launch holiday season Dec. 2 with tree lighting
Register for the Dec. 9 Santa gift bags event by Nov. 19.