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Pine Tree State Arboretum Charity Profile
The Arboretum is an independent non profit corporation 501 c(3). Funding for the Arboretum is derived from grants as well as from membership fees and gifts, which are tax deductible. Operating funds come from membership support - from people like you. Membership dues are considered charitable donations and are tax deductible. They are the major source of income for the Arboretum.
The Mission of the Pine Tree State Arboretum is "to promote the knowledge and appreciation of Maine's trees and other flora for people of all ages by offering educational, recreational, and inspirational opportunities."
The six-mile, year round trail system is open to hiking, jogging, bird watching, non-motorized biking horseback riding, and cross-country skiing on groomed winter trails.
A number of trails have hard-packed surfaces suitable for wheelchair access. Enjoy a picnic, take some photos, look for birds (over 150 species have been spotted
The grounds of the Arboretum are open dawn to dusk every day at no charge, although donations to help defray the costs of upkeep are welcome. The trail system provides year-round access for hiking, jogging, bird watching, non-motorized biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing.
Picnicking is permitted, however, there are no trash receptacles; please carry out what you carry in. Pets are allowed on leashes no longer than 15 feet.
Smoking, weapons, motor vehicles, alcohol, fires, camping, and all activities that damage plants are prohibited
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Pine Tree State Arboretum Volunteer Information
There are three volunteer programs at the Arboretum. You may choose to participate in any one - or a combination of two or three depending upon your availability and interest.
Education Program
Plant Collections
Trails
You will not be committing yourself by doing so, but we can keep you informed of the opportunities available.
Education Program
Education program volunteers conduct or assist with environmental education programs and tours of the Arboretum.
No prior experience is required, just a love of the outdoors and an eagerness to share your knowledge of the natural world.
The Arboretum will provide training and you can select the level of involvement that is comfortable for you - anything from simply accompanying a group as a chaperone to leading the tour and conducting the educational activities.
Time commitments are flexible. School programs are generally held between 10 a.m. and noon, Monday - Friday during the months of May, June, September and October
Plant Collections
Plant collection volunteers do the gardening that helps make the Arboretum beautiful. This is an opportunity for people who like to dig in the soil and help things grow.
Opportunities range from coming by for an hour or two to plant, water, weed, deadhead or prune to "adopting" an area of your own to care for.
Our plant collection includes a wide range of trees and shrubs as well as herbs, bulbs, perennials and annuals. The only requirement is a willingness, and the physical ability, to do the kind of "dirty work" that plants need to do their best.
Gardeners can choose to work either as part of a team during scheduled work days or on their own whenever they have the time.
Trails
With 5 miles of hiking trail and 5 kilometers of groomed cross country ski trails, trail volunteers have plenty of opportunity to work outdoors.
This work is often physically demanding and involves lifting, shoveling and cutting brush.
Carpentry skills are helpful as is the ability to operate a chain saw, tractor and snowmobile.
Trail workers generally work in teams alongside of and under the supervision of Arboretum staff, but experienced individuals who can work safely on their own are always welcome.
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