Carrabassett Valley Community

Nestled among the mountains of the Bigelow Preserve—and with Sugarloaf, Maine’s largest ski area, nearby—students on this trip will explore Carrabassett Valley, a rural outdoors community in western Maine. Participants will collaborate with organizations including the Carrabassett Valley Trail Crew, deepening their understanding of conservation and sustainability. Accommodations will include access to kitchen and shower facilities.

Sample Itinerary:

Wednesday, August 26: Depart Bowdoin and drive up to Carrabassett Valley. See the views from the van, get settled in your housing and help with some garden work at your housing site!

Thursday, August 27: Work with a local conservation group on a trail work project—and go for a dip in Flagstaff Lake to cool off afterwards!

Friday, August 28: Visit a local historical society, and then get outside in Carrabassett Valley’s nature!

Saturday, August 29: Move out of your housing and drive back to Bowdoin!

If you have any questions about the trip or the equipment list, please do not hesitate to contact us at mckeenOtrips@bowdoin.edu.

See packing list.