Author: Mount A Conservation Program

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Friends: Winter 2026 Summit View

winterberry in snow

The most recent edition of the Friends of Mount Agamenticus newsletter, the Summit View, is hot off the presses!

Click here to read (PDF file will open in a new tab).

The “Summit View” is compiled and designed by members of the Friends of Mount Agamenticus, partners, and other supporters. THANK YOU!

The Friends of Mount Agamenticus (FOMA) is a volunteer advocacy and stewardship group for the Mount Agamenticus Conservation Program. They assist Program staff in carrying out educational, interpretive, community outreach, and public use objectives without compromising the integrity of the region’s sensitive ecological habitat. FOMA is currently seeking member volunteers who can assist with any of the following tasks:

      • Orienting and coordinating with new volunteers
      • Researching fundraising opportunities
      • Writing grants and newsletter articles
      • Developing and managing website and social media

Please email [email protected] if interested, or learn more here! We would love to have you!

FOMA is currently seeking donations to help fund improvements to the Big A Universal Access Trail at the summit. Learn more about the project here or visit the fundraising page to donate.

Photo taken by David Tibbetts.

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Friends: Fall 2022 Summit View

The Friends of Mount Agamenticus help us usher in the fall season with the latest edition of their quarterly newsletter, the Summit View!

In this issue (PDF opens in a new tab):

  • The “Unmasking of Color” in our deciduous species
  • 2022 FOMA summary
  • Trail Challenge review
  • Parking & Restroom Project update
  • Species Spotlight on the Great Horned Owl
  • and more…
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Parking and Restroom Project Update

UPDATE June 30, 2023: At this time, the Parking portion of our project is complete! Restroom construction will continue through July 2023. Thank you for your patience and support!

The Mount Agamenticus Parking and Public Restroom project, approved by voters in 2020 has begun as of September 2022 and will continue through June 2023. Road, parking, and trail closures are expected until further notice.

The parking project includes the construction and expansion of both the summit and base parking lots in addition to a satellite lot along the summit access road. This will greatly improve public safety, congestion, and the flow of traffic. The public restroom upgrades include the construction of composting toilet facilities located at both the summit and base. These will replace the portable facilities that currently exist at these locations. Composting toilets were selected due to the limited water supply and flow impacting water capacity for a flush system at the summit and comes with added environmental benefits.

During construction visitors can expect the Mount Agamenticus Road (road to summit) to be closed to all public access, including pedestrian and bicycle traffic.

  • Limited parking is available along Mountain Road.
  • Park in designated areas only.
  • Visitors will be temporarily redirected around construction to a trailhead nearby.

If the gate at the bottom of the access road is open, the ROAD REMAINS CLOSED.

The summit is an active construction site at all times.  

Visitors are strongly encouraged to seek alternative places to recreate at this time.

We are fortunate to have so many trails and conserved land in this region. Visit Maine Trail Finder for other trails to explore OR visit our partners at Great Works Regional Land Trust and York Land Trust.

More information about the project can be found here.

Please contact us with any questions!

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Friends: Summer 2022 Summit View

decorative, Summer Solstice sunrise at Mount Agamenticus

The Friends of Mount Agamenticus welcomes summer with the latest edition of their quarterly newsletter, the Summit View!

In this issue (PDF opens in a new tab), meet this season’s Conservation Stewards, learn about an underrated feathered friend, catch up on Friends’ outreach efforts off the summit, and learn how names are just one step toward getting to know more about your other-than-human neighbors!

Learn more about the Friends here.

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Spring Summit View: Second Annual FOMA Paint Out!

plein air painter at Cedar Trail, Mount Agamenticus

The Friends of Mount Agamenticus are welcoming the season with the latest edition of their quarterly newsletter, the Summit View.

In this issue (PDF opens in a new tab), you’ll find highlights from our annual Visitor Use survey, along with a preview of the Friends’ upcoming second annual plein air event. Artists, mark your calendars for July 30th!

This issue also includes an article on maple sugaring and climate change, and a Species Spotlight from our friends and neighbors at the Center for Wildlife; meet the Big Brown Bat!

Learn more about the Friends here.

Rehabilitation of the Big A Trail at the summit begins May 11 and will continue through the end of June. Sections of the trail will be closed. Please pay attention to posted signage at trail intersections. Use our Contact form or call with any questions. Office phone: (207) 361-1102 Contact Us
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