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Winter 2017 Volume 22 No. 3

A Magazine about Acadia National Park and Surrounding Communities

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 1 Purchase Your Park Pass! Whether driving, walking, bicycling, or riding the Island Explorer through the park, we all must pay the entrance fee. Eighty percent of all fees paid in Acadia stay in Acadia, to be used for projects that directly benefit park visitors and resources.

The Acadia National Park $25 weekly pass and $50 annual pass are available at the following locations:

Open Seasonally: Bar Harbor Village Green Blackwoods, Seawall, and Schoodic Woods campgrounds Annual park passes are also available at certain Hulls Cove Visitor Center Acadia-area town offices and local businesses; Jordan Pond and Cadillac Mountain Gift Shops contact the park at 207-288-3338 to find Sand Beach Entrance Station additional pass sales locations. Thompson Island Information Center

Open Year-Round: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce/Acadia Information Center Corner of Main and Cottage streets, Bar Harbor 288-5103

Park passes are now available online. Visit www.yourpassnow.com President’s Message

Shared Stewardship and Inspiration

s the days grow shorter with winter’s very special corner of the Maine coast, the approach, my ability to squeeze in a issues we are grappling with are not entirely Awalk in Acadia before or after work unique to Acadia. Opportunities exist for us has suffered. I tread gingerly over iced-over to extend our reach and realize efficiencies puddles on the Giant Slide Trail and watch by joining forces with others. the sunset shift further south over Somes A case in point is the Restore America’s Sound. I am not yet at the point when I am Parks initiative, spearheaded by Pew Chari- drawing on my reserve of warm memories table Trusts, which is developing a national of summertime outings, nor am I yet fully strategy to educate and convince Congress accepting of headlamp and boots mode! to provide funding to address the $12 bil- Instead, I am relying more on Acadia’s lion deferred maintenance backlog within people and partners for my daily inspira- national parks. The issue is critical here at tion. As a result, I am more energized and Acadia. Park staff does an outstanding job optimistic about Friends of Acadia’s mission maintaining a “shiny surface” for visitors, than ever before. but struggles with old and failing water and During a year in which many might have septic systems, unreliable power lines, and expected an ebbing of interest following the FOA aging maintenance facilities, not to mention all-time highs of Acadia’s 2016 Centennial, this winter to sharpen its priorities and re- a visitor center that is outdated and ineffi- our membership, volunteerism, and com- view its roles to ensure that our strategic cient. munity engagement has, in fact, continued pillars have optimal impact on park values FOA joined forces with Pew this fall to to grow. And that is thanks to all of you. and surrounding communities. host a “behind the scenes tour” of the park But more than mere numbers, it is the We have also been considering strategies facilities for staff from Maine’s Congressio- personal stories and deep ties to Acadia beat the national level and serving as a model nal Delegation and our elected officials at hind it all that strengthen this organization for others near and far. the local and state levels. The discussions and its work. Earlier this fall, FOA had the privilege helped raise awareness and generate ideas As you enjoy the diverse perspectives of hosting 150 partners representing peer for how we can work together to address shared in this issue of the Journal, it is pow- friends groups from around the country Acadia’s $71 million piece of the backlog. erful indeed to think about the cumula- during the annual Friends Alliance meeting. Fortunately, FOA’s work over the years tive impact of individual voices when they This gathering is a chance for all of us to on the trails and carriage roads has already come together through Friends of Acadia. network, learn what is happening at other helped bring that number down consider- Whether it is grooming ski trails, pursuing parks, and strengthen philanthropy and col- ably. Public-private partnerships will un- an elusive photograph of a snowy owl, or laboration with each other and with the Park doubtedly be at the center of any strategy chairing FOA meetings, these friends are a Service and the National Park Foundation. moving forward. reminder that the park, open and available Attendees included Acting NPS Director Meanwhile, the spirited crew of volun- 365 days a year, is still an inspiration for us Mike Reynolds, as well as representatives teers that turned out for Take Pride in Aca- in the winter. from parks as far-ranging as Hawaii, Alaska, dia Day last month to rake leaves and clear Fall and winter allow a bit more time Arizona, California, Texas, Minnesota, Ohio, drainage ditches throughout the carriage and space for those of us at FOA, and the Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Clos- road system are evidence that there is no park, to engage in the kind of purposeful er to home, our friends to the immediate better strategy than community-based pre- conversations and planning about Acadia’s north at the new Katahdin Woods and Wa- ventative maintenance! future that are needed to tackle the truly ters National Monument attended as well. All of us at FOA are grateful for the shared long-term issues—free from the constant Acadia was chosen as the site for the stewardship ethic that makes our work pos- demands of the park’s millions of visitors meeting given our long tradition of part- sible—and that inspires me as I look for- during the peak summer season. nership, leadership, and innovation. Direc- ward to the new year ahead. Superintendent Kevin Schneider’s piece tor Reynolds affirmed in his remarks that (on page 9), describing Acadia’s Founda- groups like ours will be increasingly im- tion Document and fundamental values, portant going forward as the Park Service is a great example of this forward-looking enters its second century. work. FOA will undertake further planning While all of FOA’s programs focus on this —David R. MacDonald Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 1 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Anne Green, Chair Bill Eacho, Treasurer Hank Schmelzer, Vice Chair Cookie Horner, Secretary Mark Amstutz Linda Jensen Winter 2017 Emily Beck Jan Karst Volume 22 No. 3 Brownie Carson Jack Kelley Gail Clark Story Litchfield Hannah Sistare Clark Meredith Moriarty Andrew Davis Lili Pew Dave Edson Jack Russell John Fassak Edward L. Samek Elsie Flemings Nonie Sullivan Jill Goldthwait Christiaan van Heerden C. Boyden Gray Bill Zoellick

HONORARY TRUSTEES Eleanor Ames Phoebe Milliken Robert and Anne Bass George J. and Heather Curtis and Patricia Blake Mitchell Sylvia Blake Joseph Murphy Frederic A. Bourke Jr. Janneke Neilson Tristram and Ruth Colket Nancy Nimick Gail Cook Jack Perkins Shelby and Gale Davis Nancy Pyne f e at u r e s Dianna Emory Nathaniel P. Reed Frances Fitzgerald Ann R. Roberts 3 Capturing Winter’s Splendor in Acadia Sheldon Goldthwait David Rockefeller* What it takes to photograph one of the park’s most majestic creatures Neva Goodwin Jeannine Ross By Stephen Ressel Paul and Eileen Growald Howard Solomon Paul Haertel Erwin Soule Lee Judd Diana Davis Spencer 5 Park Explores Possible Lighthouse Acquisition Debby Lash Julia Merck Utsch U.S. Coast Guard offers Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse to the park Linda Lewis Dick Wolf By Earl Brechlin Liz Martinez * Deceased 7 Acadia Hawk Watch is Part of National Network Visitors and staff monitor raptor migration atop Cadillac Mountain EMERITUS TRUSTEES By Anna Faith W. Kent Olson Charles R. Tyson Jr. 10 Friends of Acadia has more than 800 new members FRIENDS OF ACADIA STAFF Jordan Pond House membership table is huge success Mary Boëchat David R. MacDonald Development Officer President & CEO 15 Love of skiing, Acadia motivates dedicated groomer Earl D. Brechlin Diana R. McDowell Meet Mark Fernald, who helps maintain Acadia’s ski trails Communications Director Director of Finance & By Earl Brechlin Administration Sharon Broom Development Officer Carol Potter Finance & Development Stephanie Clement p e r s p e c t i v e s Assistant Conservation Director Mike Staggs 1 President’s Message Shared Stewardship An Inspiration Lisa Horsch Clark Office Manager Director of Development & 6 #AcadiaGold Photographers Share Images of Autumn Donor Relations Paige Steele 8 Gala History Paddle Raise Benefits Historic Structures Conservation Projects Sarah Curts Manager Accounting & 9 Superintendent’s View Acadia’s Firm ‘Foundation’ Explained Administrative Associate Julia Walker Thomas 20 Living Legacy Giving Back Motivates Youthful Donor Communications Associate Shawn Keeley 30 Advocacy Corner Land, Legislation, Fees, and Work Deferred Senior Development Officer 31 Chair’s Letter Sharing a Love of Acadia 32 Special Person Junior Ranger Finishes Final Quest PRST STD d e pa rt m e n t s U.S. POSTAGE 4 Where in Acadia? PAID LEWISTON, MAINE 21 Updates PERMIT #82 25 Recommended Viewing 27 Finding Your Way 28 Recommended Reading

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Friends of Acadia 43 Cottage Street PO Box 45 Bar Harbo r, Maine 04609 207-288-3340 800-625-0321 Capturing Winter’s Splendor in Acadia By Stephen Ressel

ithout a doubt, the arrival of snowy owls to Acadia National WPark in the winter enriches what already is my favorite season on Mount Desert Island. For me, the opportunity to see snowy owls in the park each winter has allowed me to meld three of my passions: being outdoors in winter, nature photography, and hiking to the summit of Sargent Mountain. Snowy owls take up residence on a number of summits in Acadia National Park but I find the winter trek up Sargent to be especially invigorating, breathtakingly scenic, if not challenging in spots. Once on top, the combination of windblown snow, exposed rock, and treeless terrain makes it seem— appropriately enough—as if I am hiking in Steve Ressel a little slice of tundra. After more than 25 hikes to the summit of Sargent Mountain in Acadia National Park, Steve Ressel of Bar My desire to photograph snowy owls is Harbor captured this image of a snowy owl in flight. somewhat out of character for me. Truth be told, my animal subjects in natural set- realize serendipity clearly played a role. that afternoon. The late gifted photogra- tings are usually amphibians and reptiles. First, the island was experiencing a January pher Galen Rowell, whose iconic images I am a herpetologist by training and frogs thaw and the summit was devoid of snow. are synonymous with the mission of The and such don’t fly away upon hearing the That made spotting an owl from a distance Sierra Club, wrote extensively about what click of a camera. But these birds of prey much easier than in snow. it takes to make a visually arresting pho- are an exception. snowy owls are magnifi- Second, it was very windy that day and tograph. Above all else, including innate cent birds to behold and, I would argue, I have observed over the years that snowy talent, he felt that an individual’s insatia- are symbolic of winter’s splendor in Acadia owls are less apt to fly when windy even ble inner drive to pursue a personal goal National Park. though they “know” you are there. to completion is the blueprint for making Photographing snowy owls atop Sargent Third, the day was overcast with diffuse striking images. I can clearly relate to his Mountain (or any mountain in Acadia) is natural lighting which made metering for line of reasoning by virtue of the fact that it not easy to do. The cold and wind above the correct exposure much easier com- took more than 25 winter hikes up Sargent tree line quickly slows use of exposed pared to a brightly lit landscape. Mountain to get a image that I feel is worth hands. I have always been extremely care- Finally, I was on Sargent Mountain with public viewing. ful not to disturb owls by approaching too students in my Winter Ecology class as part But I have yet to achieve my goal. The closely to avoid causing them to take un- of an afternoon field trip. While I made bird’s right wingtip is cropped out of the necessary flight. There have been many sure that we all observed the owl at an ap- image and it would be great to get both years of descending Sargent without a propriate distance, I surmise that perhaps eyes in sharp focus. decent image because either owls were our collective sounds of excitement and joy Hopefully, winter 2018 will be the year. � elsewhere that day or I failed to see one from this encounter prompted the bird to because they blend so cryptically into the take flight towards me instead of away. I stephen ressel of Bar Harbor is a pro- snowy landscape, or I got too cold. followed it with the camera and pushed the fessor at College of the Atlantic in Bar Har- The winter of 2017, however, had a dif- shutter release. bor. In addition to Winter Ecology, he also ferent outcome. Looking back on the late Something other than luck and techni- teaches courses in Ecology, Natural History, January afternoon I got the shot above, I cal knowledge, however, was also at play Herpetology and Photography. Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 3 Where in Acadia?

Winter 2017 Volume 22 No. 3 A Magazine about Acadia National Park and Surrounding Communities

The Journal is published three times a year. Submissions and letters are welcome. See http://friendsofacadia.org/news-publications/ friends-of-acadia-journal/submissions/ NPS/ Kent Miller

Where in Acadia? When you are visiting this special spot in Acadia National Park you are Opinions expressed are the authors’. rarely going to be alone. Nearby, in fact, is one of the top five most visited places in the park. While there are is no shortage of vantages from which to take photographs of the sea EDITOR thundering against the rocky shore, the introduction of a “human” element here lends ad- Earl D. Brechlin ditional power to any composition. DESIGN Mahan Design PHOTOGRAPHER AT LARGE Summer 2017 Where in Acadia? Tom Blagden The photo is of the Beachcroft Trail. I love running this trail from downtown Bar Harbor up PRINTING Penmor Lithographers to Huguenot Head at sunset. The winding rock staircase is amazing and views follow you all the PUBLISHER way up to the ledges. David R. MacDonald — Jennifer VanDongen

Winter 2017 The picture is on the Huguenot Head Trail. It Volume 22 No. 3 is one of our favorite trails that we have hiked many times. The views are stunning… You can’t beat Acadia! We are fortunate to have it right here in Maine. — Kathy Clapp

This is a picture on Beachcroft Trail up the west A Magazine about Acadia National Park and Surrounding Communities Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 1 side of Champlain… While it looks like this Bass Harbor Lighthouse in winter. boulder is about to roll down to the road, it is Cover photo by Lori Davis just as stable as the one on South Bubble. They www.LoriDavisPhotography.com are here to stay and for us to enjoy.

FOA/Aimee Beal Church — Ellen L. Dohmen

I wanted to say that the “Where in Acadia” photo is from the Beachcroft Path up Huguenot This Journal is printed on paper made with 100% Head. We hiked it earlier this summer with our two sons, 7 and 3, and enjoyed blueberries recycled fiber and 60% post-consumer waste, processed as we climbed. They couldn’t believe how the Tarn looked from so far up! chlorine free, and manufactured in the USA with 100% — Ashley Epstein Green-e certified renewable energy. Printed with soy- based ink.

4 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal Park Explores Possible Lighthouse Acquisition By Earl Brechlin

ittle do most of Acadia’s 3.3-million fer, the General Services Administration annual visitors realize that the Bass could dispose of it as surplus property. It LHarbor Head Lighthouse, believed to could be sold and it would return to the lo- be the fifth-most visited place in the park, cal tax rolls. isn’t actually on park property. President and CEO of Friends of Acadia In fact, the tower and beacon, and keep- David MacDonald said the organization is er’s house, along with outbuildings on 2.5 looking forward to working with park part- acres of land, is under U.S. Coast Guard ners and the local community to explore control. A trail and steps used to access options for protecting the lighthouse. “It is the post popular ocean-side location from an important historic and scenic resource. which to photograph the lighthouse, how- Whether it is experienced through a visit, ever, are in the park, as is the parking lot or through photographs or paintings, or and some of the land on either side of the enshrined on the Acadia National Park access road. quarter and postage stamp, the Bass Harbor Until a few years ago, the keeper’s quarters Head Lighthouse is one of the iconic sites was the official residence of the Commander and images of Maine.” � of Coast Guard Group Southwest Harbor. Now, the Coast Guard is seeking to trans- EARL BRECHLIN is Friends of Acadia’s fer the property to Acadia National Park. Communications Director. FOA/Earl Brechlin Because the land is owned by the U.S. Gov- Officials in Acadia National Park are exploring ernment, no formal sale is necessary. All it the possibility of accepting the transfer of the his- BASS HARBOR LIGHTHOUSE takes is a letter of transfer. toric Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse from the U.S. BUILT IN 1858 Getting to that point, however, will be a Coast Guard. ass Harbor Head Light was constructed long, and potentially complicated, process. “With a park operation that is already on a high bluff at the entrance of Bass There are environmental studies that have more than we can afford, our challenge will B Harbor in 1858. Although the masonry to be done, cultural resource inventories, be finding a way to ensure we can sustain its tower is only 32 feet high, the beacon stands and financial considerations. long-term preservation and maintenance. 56-feet above sea level and can be seen up to Under an agreement offered by the Coast We need to think creatively and consult 20 miles away. No road reached the location Guard, it would continue to maintain the with the communities and partners like during the early years so keepers arrived by beacon in the lighthouse although all care FOA to ensure we give this special place the water with their dory and all supplies being and maintenance of the rest of the buildings preservation it deserves.” hauled 100 feet up the shore on a marine and grounds would be the responsibility of In 2012 the lighthouse appeared on the railway. the park. Park officials are currently explor- Acadia National Park “America the Beauti- The keeper’s house was enlarged in ing what the operational and maintenance ful” series quarter. It has also appeared on 1900. The original bronze bell weighed an needs and costs would be and how that postage stamps and on the front the Rand impressive two tons. The current bell, the might affect Acadia’s overall budget. McNally Travel Atlas. third on the site, was installed in 1949 and The parcel is already listed on lots slated Park officials plan to hold meetings with weighs only 1,500 pounds. for eventual acquisition in the 1986 park interested parties, and Tremont residents, to The lighthouse’s distinctive red lens was boundary legislation. gather input. All options for the use of the installed in 1902. The flashing beacon was As Acadia National Park Superintendent property, ranging from a high-end vacation automated 1974. Kevin Schneider has stated previously, the rental, to some sort of historical museum, The longest-serving keeper was Willis Lighthouse is on the National Register of are being examined. Dolliver, who was stationed at the light from Historic Places and may even qualify for Na- In September, the Acadia Advisory Com- 1894 to 1921. A total of 16 area lighthouse tional Landmark status. “Bass Harbor Light mission passed a resolution urging the park keepers, including Dolliver, are buried in is an integral part of the Acadia experience to continue to explore acquisition of the the Mount Height Cemetery in Southwest and we have the opportunity to ensure it lighthouse property. Harbor. stays preserved forever,” Schneider said. If Acadia decides not to accept the trans-

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 5 Wild Gardens of Acadia Plant Sale Donors Atlantic Landscaping Chris Keith Tris and Ruth Colket Dublin Gardens Fernwood Nursery & Gardens Giving Back Motivates Frost Farms Home Depot of Ellsworth outhful onor Islandscaping Y D J&P’s Farm Market Miller Gardens By John Pereira A.C. Parsons Landscaping and Garden Center Land & Garden Preserve St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church Ann B. Smith cadia National Park is a place Charitable giving is something fairly new Charlotte Stetson and Lesley Straley where I experienced a couple of to me. I only really embraced it around the Simons Hancock Farm and Greenhouses Sunflower Gardens and Greenhouses A firsts that helped define my future. time I joined FOA’s development commit- Sweet Pea’s Farm It is the first National Park I ever visited. tee. Since my teens I have always believed Genie and Will Thorndike The great experiences I had on that trip in giving back by volunteering my time. led me to explore other parks and national Taking the next step—supporting an orga- Wild Gardens Volunteers forests throughout the United States and nization financially—came later. Pauline Angione Jan McCarter the world. The visit was also my first time Even though I am a relatively young Maureen Brooks Larry Mobraaten Peter Buchsbaum Phyllis Mobraaten participating in outdoor activities such as man, I decided to include Friends of Aca- Lisa Horsch Clark Cora Olgyay camping and hiking. Those experiences dia in my estate planning. No one knows Leah Rae Donahue Kathy Olson Sonia Mary Eratt Mary Opdyke inspired me to enjoy various other out- when their time will come. Considering Floy Ervin Squizzle Plekavich door pursuits such as mountaineering, my fondness for high-risk activities, I Fran Leyman Carol Sessions Dixie Hathaway Roberta Sharp rock and ice climbing, kayaking, snow- thought it would be best to express how Susan Hayward Charlotte Stetson* shoeing, and trail running. I would like to have my estate handled. Sandra Henderson Sari Thomas From that one trip I have gone on to en- The thought of putting the burden on Will Hermann Genie Thorndike* Barbara Hopcroft Ray Turner joy incredible landscapes, but also to wit- my mom or friends to settle my affairs was Wendy Kearney Christiaan van ness first-hand our anthropogenic assault unthinkable. Also, at that time, the coun- Allan Kleinman Heerden* Barbara Knowles Mavis Weinberger* on nature. try was coming out of the Great Recession. Helen Koch* Ruth Werier If Acadia National Park didn’t exist I I knew then that the future of national Anne Kozak* Karen Zimmerman Susan Leiter wouldn’t be the person I am today. My parks would lie in the hands of me and Andrea Lepcio *indicates Wild Gardens interest in supporting Friends of Acadia my fellow citizens – not the government. Jim Linnane Executive Committee Betty Massie member stems from a desire to ensure that Acadia So, to ensure that the park I love would is there for future generations. For a while be there for future generations, I incorpo- now I have realized that rated support for FOA in my will. national parks need the Everyone can make a difference for Aca- support of private citizens dia. Send an email to your United States to ensure their viability. In Senator about an issue relating to the park. order to do that parks need Share your concerns on social media with a voice. your friends. Think about volunteering I have seen the power of the next time you visit Acadia. If you see what a group of individuals some litter while you are out and about in can have to make some- the park, pick it up. thing happen. What better Along with supporting Friends of Aca- way is there to ensure that dia financially, those many small actions Acadia National Park is can add up to make a resounding positive here for future generations impact. � than by supporting an organization whose collective Outdoorsman John Pereira holds voice has such a positive Bachelor’s Degrees in Photography and impact—both within the Environmental Science. He also holds a park and the surrounding Master’s in Conservation Biology. He is a communities? It is amazing member of the Friends of Acadia’s George Leadership in Philanthropy what FOA accomplishes with a small staff B. Dorr Society and he serves on FOA’s If you are interested in the George B. Dorr Society, compared to many other national park Development Committee. and Friends of Acadia’s Planned Giving program, friends groups. please contact Lisa Horsch Clark at 288-3340 or 6 Winteremail: [email protected] 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal Acadia Hawk Watch Part of National Network By AnnaFaith Jorgensen

f the many visitors who drive to the summit of Cadillac Mountain Oin Acadia National Park every fall, few are aware of the important data being collected a stone’s throw away from the parking lot. A short hike over the sloping granite of the North Ridge trail leads to a stunning northeast vista. Here, park employees, volunteers, and visitors gather at the annual Hawk Watch site. Hawk Watch is an international effort to collect data on raptor migration. In Acadia, data collection is combined with a public program that educates visitors about raptor mong the many species frequently history and biology. Cadillac Mountain is seen during Hawk Watch on

one of approximately 80 sites that report A Thomas FOA/Julia Walker Anna Faith, right, Friends of Acadia’s Raptor In- Cadillac Mountain are: annually to the Hawk Migration Associa- tern, on top of Cadillac Mountain with Hawk Watch American Kestrel, Falco sparverius tion of North America (HMANA). participants. From the expert birder to the first time 392 migrants in 2017 visitor, there is always something to learn 1920s. It took several years of conservation Kestrels are the smallest falcon found during a Hawk Watch. Returning visitors efforts to protect the area and its migrating in North America. Like other falcons, enjoy catching up with friends and work- species. long, pointed wings characterize their ing together to identify birds. New visitors The data recorded at hawk watch sites is silhouette. They can appear almost often find themselves curious about the reported to Hawkcount.org, which is man- buoyant in flight and hunt in open ar- purpose of this autumn event and the spe- aged by HMANA. This long-term monitor- eas with short vegetation. cies we happen to see. ing is invaluable as evidence for species Sharp-shinned Hawk, Accipiter striatus As a first-time hawk watcher, I was populations and migration behavior. 673 migrants in 2017 amazed by the skill of the rangers and oth- Raptors, being high on the food chain, “Sharpies” were the most common er volunteers. At times, they took only sec- serve as indicator species for broad scale bird recorded at Acadia this year. They onds to identify a bird, watching from more environmental issues, such as the case was have almost a stocky shape, with short than a mile away. Their impressive skills with the DDT crisis. In addition to this sci- rounded wings and a short squared were matched by a nurturing encourage- entific significance, Hawk Watch presents tail. Their flight often consists of sev- ment and desire to share their passion with an opportunity for countless individuals to eral quick wing beats followed by a others. The camaraderie at the site is pal- learn about local raptor species and con- short glide. pable, crackling through the air like a static nect with conservation efforts in their area. charge. I learned an incredible amount, not It does not take an ornithologist to en- Broad-winged Hawk, Buteo platypterus only about raptor identification but also joy the beauty of these birds and their im- 585 migrants in 2017 about the significance of Hawk Watch it- pressive story. As more people visit Hawk Broad-winged hawks have short self. Watch sites such as the one on Cadillac, squared tails, and broad wings com- There have been 23 years of raptor mi- more will understand why the protection ing to a distinct point. They are often gration data recorded in Acadia alone. The of raptors is an important priority. � spotted in kettles, a group of birds cir- history of Hawk Watch, however, spans cling together to gain altitude from the back many more decades. The original site, AnnaFaith Jorgensen became same thermal current. Their migration at Hawk Mountain, Pennsylvania began a Friends of Acadia’s Raptor Intern for 2017 path takes them all the way to South watch in 1934. The mountain had become after two years studying Ecology at Prescott America. popular as a site to hunt raptors in the College in Arizona.

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 7 Annual FOA Benefit Raises Funds to Restore Historic Structures By Shawn Keeley

or the 28th consecutive year, a wonderful group of friends composed Silent Auction Docents of artists, auction donors, benefit Marshall Ginn F Becky and Doug Heden patrons, and business sponsors joined to- Sarah Keeley gether to celebrate conservation and phi- Raisha Lipski lanthropy in Acadia. Dee Lustusky The Annual Benefit is always a great Adrienne Redhair night for Acadia with incredible food, Jane and Bob Sanderson dancing, unique auction items, friends old Sara Yeterian and new, and most importantly—generos- Diane and Frank Zito ity to Acadia. This year’s event was chaired by Don- Volunteer Crew Leaders na Eacho who led the Benefit Committee Don Bell through months of planning and prepa- Jean Bell ration that resulted in Acadia’s largest Sam Bulger FOA/Julia Walker Thomas FOA/Julia Walker fundraiser of the year. The live auction, Friends of Acadia’s 28th Annual Benefit Gala was JC Camelio which for the past three years has been once again a high point of the summer season on Bruce Denny-Brown masterfully orchestrated by Christie’s auc- Mount Desert Island. More than 500 people turned Joey Engling tioneer, Lydia Fenet, featured amazing out to enjoy the live and silent auction, as well as Mike Engling trips, a beautiful 1950s Willey’s Jeepster, dinner and dancing, on the lawn at the historic Randy Ewins Asticou Inn in Northeast Harbor. a needlepoint rug handstitched by Benefit Bob Hartley volunteers in 1998, and a Paddle Raise to Mike Hays restore historic structures in Acadia. with public resources to see it through Doug Heden The Paddle Raise inspired more than 60 completion. Jack Hirschenhofer donors to collectively pledge $240,000 to The 28th Annual Benefit was a remark- Cookie Horner fund historic renovations of the Jordan able success thanks to our corporate spon- Steve Johnson Pond and Brown Mountain gatehouses, sors, most notably Chilton Trust Com- Jim Linnane as well as Baker Island’s Gilley House and pany, which for the past four years has Barb Nealon Keeper’s House. The gatehouses require been the Annual Benefit’s lead corporate Cliff Olson interior and exterior renovations includ- sponsor. Please see friendsofacadia.org for David Opdyke ing the wooden gates originally designed a complete listing of sponsors, patrons, Donna Reis to protect the carriage trails from mo- photos from the event, and a link to the Betsy Roberts torcars. The Gilley House and Keeper’s auction catalog. Bob Sanderson th Roger Thompson House on Baker’s have been closed for The 29 Annual Benefit will be held on many years due to hazardous conditions. Saturday, August 11, 2018—mark your Emeritus Crew Leaders When renovations are complete visitors calendars! Jennifer Brandt will be able to go inside the structures for If you would like to donate an item, serve Maureen and Bucky Brooks a more intimate look at the Gilley family’s on the Benefit Committee, or have any Don Lenahan questions about the event please contact island life, greatly enhancing their experi- Keith Martin Shawn Keeley at shawn@friendsofacadia. ence of Baker Island. Julia Schloss � Like so many successful initiatives in org or 207-288-3340. Don Sessions Acadia, this project will take the form of Howard Solomon a public/private partnership with FOA Shawn Keeley is Friends of Acadia’s Mel Timmons providing the seed money to get the work Senior Development Officer. Al Wiberley started and the park matching those funds

8 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal Superintendent’s View

Acadia’s Firm Foundation

n September 2016, as the park’s busy Acadia’s 45 miles of carriage roads, which Centennial celebration was winding feature granite coping stones, gatehouses, Idown, our staff at Acadia National and bridges, are the best and most exten- Park completed a very important effort to sive example of broken-stone roads in the articulate the park’s primary purpose and United States. The park’s hiking trails in significance. Known as our “Foundation some cases pre-date Acadia’s establishment. Document,” it provides a basic framework And the historic 27-mile Park Loop Road, for management decisions and planning. and 6-mile Schoodic Loop Road, offer out- Acadia’s purpose statement was carefully standing views of the seashore, forests, and crafted in the Foundation Document after mountains. Collectively, this network of his- reviewing the legislative history surround- toric roads and trails are another of Acadia’s ing the park’s creation. It states: fundamental resources and values. Stunning sunrises and sunsets, fog-blan- “Acadia National Park protects ecological keted islands, inspiring night skies, and vis- integrity, cultural history, scenic beauty, tas that are unparalleled along the east coast NPS/Kristi Rugg and scientific values within the Acadia ar- make Acadia a scenic wonder. Thus, we chipelago and Schoodic Peninsula and of- seek adventure, learn, relax, and rejuvenate. protect the park’s scenery as a fundamental fers visitors a broad range of transforma- Acadia’s glacial landscape is a fundamen- resource and value. tive and inspiring experiences among the tal resource. The process spanned more than Another fundamental value is the oppor- park’s diverse habitats, glacially-sculpted 500 million years and is evidenced by U- tunities for science and education that exist mountains, and bold, rocky coastline.” shaped valleys, boulder “erratics” left behind in Acadia. The park is an outdoor laboratory by retreating glaciers, and chatter marks and and Schoodic Institute is a perfect space for Many of us know instinctively what glacial polish on bedrock. science and education. makes Acadia National Park special. But the Acadia is located at the crossroads of Finally, clean air and water are a funda- Foundation Document helps us articulate it. southern deciduous forests and northern mental resource as they underpin every- We know these things include Acadia’s gran- coniferous forests. That leads to more than thing else. ite mountaintops, its cobblestone beaches, 900 plant species and 300 bird species be- Remembering—and reflecting on—what rocky shoreline, carriage roads, hiking trails, ing present in the park. This is one of the the park is all about is critical for all of us. verdant forests, and so on. Intangibles, like only places in the world where you can find Park managers in some ways are like physi- solitude, reflection, and inspiration are also indicators of these ecosystems—like jack cians whose first charge is to do no harm. part of the equation that makes Acadia pine and pitch pine, growing together. The While it is easy to get caught up in short unique. We call these things “fundamental mosaic of habitats supporting diverse flora term thinking, we need to stay focused on resources and values.” and fauna are undoubtedly one of Acadia’s “forever-term” thinking, as our mission spans The eight fundamental resources and val- fundamental resources and values. generations. Our Foundation Document ues identified in the Foundation Document As the first national park born entirely out will help us, our communities, and our visi- are the things that collectively are so impor- of private philanthropy, and the first to use tors stay focused on those core principles. tant that they are essential to achieving Aca- conservation easements to protect broader Read the Foundation Document online at: dia’s purpose. If any are allowed to deterio- landscapes, another fundamental resource www.nps.gov/acad/learn/management/ rate, the park’s purpose or significance could and value is Acadia’s legacy of conservation be jeopardized. ethic and philanthropy. If not for the dedi- The range of visitor experiences is a fun- cation and commitment of so many private damental value. Visitors to Acadia can enjoy citizens and partners—beginning with the bicycling, hiking, paddling, bird watching, park’s founding and continuing to this very camping, swimming, tide pool exploring, to day as exemplified by Friends of Acadia— —Kevin Schneider name a few. In all of these experiences one we would not be successful in meeting our can connect to nature, experience history, mission.

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 9 New Members FOA/Julia Walker Thomas FOA/Julia Walker Friends of Acadia completed a successful season at the membership table at Jordan Pond House, thanks to a crew of energetic volunteers who worked each weekday. By sharing their enthusiasm and love for Acadia, volunteers signed up a record number of 801 new members. Gathered for a group photo in September are (front row) Ann Caswell, Diane Zito, Pam Bowie, and Mary Galperin; (back row) Frank Zito, Wendy Fehlauer, Peg Emple, Priscilla Hirschenhofer, Ingrid Sunzenauer, Alison Lawrence, Georgia Munsell, Phil Galperin, and Susie Hokansson. Not present for the photo were volunteers Julie Banzhaf-Stone, Pat Buccello, Hannah Clark, Steve Clement, Don Cousins, Tish Davis, Michelle Dawson, Ashley Epstein, Donna Gora, Holly Hosmer, James Kaiser, Ann Kruger, Linda McFarland, Dan McKay, Nancy McKay, John O’Brien, Amy Roebuck, Mike Siklosi, Sandy Swinburne, Kay Theede, and Sara Yeterian.

We are pleased to welcome our Sue and Dean Anschutz Andrea Bakal Carol Bentley Roberta and Bruce newest friends: Catherine and David Bobby Baker Susan and John Berding Boczkiewicz Kathryn A’Hearn Applegate Lynn and Jeb Baker Amy Bernhardt Susan Boda Philip Abate Nahuel Araoz Rich Bandle Monica Berry Wayne Bode Tim Abrams Jay Arbelo Tammy Barnett Tenley Berta Phillip Bonn Tracy Adams Shar Arch Maggie Barrett Mary Jo and Ronald Best Erika Bonner Elizabeth Affel Linda Askinazi Suzanne and Henry Bass Erica Beutler Scott Bookers Tina Agren Christine Aubin Harmonie Bassette Sanjay Bhakta Elaine Bookman Robert Aldrich Nancy Auten Redfield Baum Kalpana Bhandarkar Jean and David Boone Sandra Alexander Elizabeth Avenia Benjamin, Sandra, Ryan, and Brian Bienn Amy Borras Donna and Robert Alker Remy Ayache Caitlin Beal Sandra Billingslea Allison Boudreau Daniel Allen Augusta and Richard Ayer Cathy and Doug Beam Alexandra Bilyard James Bovee Pam and Paul Allen Velpandi Ayyavoo Margaret Beavers and Janet Binkerd Janet Bowdan Barbara Allen Hill Laurie Littlefield-Baas and Dan Redgate Paula Bittner and David Boyd Benjamin Alpert Jay Baas Avery Bechtel Patricia Payne Edward Bracco Maria and Randy Altmater Michael Badalo Scott Beck Tamara Blackman and Debbie and John Brannan Carmen Alverio and Thomas Baechle Mrs. Ted Beckowski Jana Morehouse Kelly Bray Robert Nagle Laurel and Christopher Laurie Bellefontaine Robert Blake Doris Brennan Scott Amidon Baerman Cindy and Terry Bellos Betsy and Luke Block Heather Bridges Susan Amrhein Suzanne Baggett Tracie and Russell Benfanti Cythia Boardman Kathleen Brien Scott Anderson Elisabeth Baird Angelique Bennett Penny and Barney Boardman Robin Britton Brian Anderson John Baird Les Bennett Allen Broadman 10 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal “Acadia is my favorite place! There is no other place that I know of currently where I can recharge my soul, body and mind as clearly as at Acadia. Thank you for that.” — Kimberly Santangelo, Fargo, ND

Suzette Clayton Paula and Larry Edlavitch Kelly Foote Bryan Coakley Patty Edleblute Joseph Ford Chris Coble Priscilla and Douglas Eich Lillian Fox Jason Cobral Nancy and Bill Elsea Jennifer Fox David Cocheo Sofia Engel Carola McGiffert and Collins Family Englebright Family Alex Foxley Joan Comer Alan Engler Amy Joe Francis Sally Comollo Meeme Envara Margaret Franger and Bobbi and Jack Conrad Trisha and Floyd Evans Frank Urbano Margaret Conver Anna Evans Beesley Marlee and Dan Franzen Jon Cook Kristen Evenson Alyssa Freas Alexandra and Thomas Lisa and Richard Falkenberg Sara and Peter Freedman Cooney Paul Farnhill Donna and Jay Freeland Frank Costontini Charles Farny Elsie Freeman and Kip Neale Edith Couchman Tina and James Farrell Anne and Jim French Janet and Jim Cowan Kelly Fasnacht Diane and Carl Frithsen Stephen Cox Margaret Fedorocsko Cara Froese P.M. Coxe Jennifer and Michael Fendo Cheryl and Barry Fulmer Lynne and Mitchell Craft Sarah Ferguson Clyde Furrough Marc Cressey Sean Ferguson Fern Furst Steven Crey Nancy Ferrucci Sharon Furtado Barb Cristea Ann and Eric Fersht Joseph Gabai Christine and Steven Brodsky Rosemary Carlson Ellen and Gary Crocker Mitchell Fever Seble Gabre-Madhin Nicole Bromley and Shannon Carolan Jason Croley Kate and Adam Ficke John Gallant Steven Couper Thomas Carr Linda and Clark Cropp Aubrae Filipiak and Joel Ted Gancliff Michael Bronfenbrenner Melissa Carson and Crouse Family Ramey Ashley and Jeremy Garretson Sheryl Brotman Ken Kuzontkoski J. Crowley Lynn Fingerhut Ryan Garrett Serena Brown Susan Carson Marcy Cundall Nancy Fisher Eugene Gaskill Judith Brown Connie Carter and Ed Brazee Lynn and John Cunningham Bill Fitzhogh Robert Gauldin Reed Brozen Kelley and Chris Caryl Julia and John Curtis Fitzpatrick Family Shelby and Todd Gauvin Carrie Brzezinski Ellen Cashman Greg Curtis Robert Fitzsimmons Eileen Gazzillo Elliott Buck Donna Casparro Maureen and Garry Cutting Kathleen Flack Staley Gee Mary and Fred Buck Mary Catherwood and Brian Daly Timothy Flacke Esther Geller Jane and Brad Builder David Moody John Danforth Sherry and Ted Fletcher Dale and Nicholas Genimatas Dana Burns Adam Chace Stephanie Daniel Michele Fleury George Family Maureen Burns Evelyn Chan Matt Daniels Deborah Flower and Joseph Gerber Sue and J.F. Burns Nancy and David Charkes Larry Dark George Russell Nadine Gerditz and Joe Burton Susan and Art Charlton Eric Darlington Catie and Eric Foertsch Stephen Lacker Laurie Butler Nancy Chesser and J.M. Diane Davis Kathleen and Jim Foley Martin Gershowitz George Byl Rowe Enid Davis Kathryn and John Cadigan Sonia Chimienti Jonathan Davis Bernice and Thomas Cahill Simon Chin Mark Davis Richard Callahan Jr. Mary and Stephen Matthew Davis Kathi and Don Campbell Chismarich Sue and John Davis Valerie Campbell Sally Christman Kathy Dayne and Jeff Turner Tyler Campbell Jesse Chung Sandra DeBeck Taylor Canning Todd Cieplinski Ellen DeBerge Jennifer Capers Cieplinski Family Jean DeFrances Jennifer Caplan Aaron Clayton J. Michael Degnan James Deignan Juliana Delany Kelly and Marcos Delgado Lucy and Walter DeRoeck Stephen Dexter Edward Dimmock Deb DiPietro Nancy Distefano Mary and Peter DiTore Patricia Dogan Neal Donahue Tracy Downing Kathleen and William Doyle Susan and Jean-Paul Dubois Eileen and Sean Duffy John Dugan Steven Durbin Gordie Duval Marguerite and Guy Easler Marcia Eaton

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 11 “Thank you so much for keeping Acadia so beautiful and for all your volunteer work maintaining the trails so that folks like us can enjoy a week of nice hiking with stunning views.” — Denise Melucci, Foster, RI

Suzy Israel Lina Kleekamp Phillip Lewis Marlys Jabjiniak Mark Kleinschmit Barbara Lincoln Jan Jackson Robert Kneale Colleen Lindell Sarah Jackson Jennifer Knox Gwyn and Rob Linsalata April and Josh Jacobs Andrew Ko Gary Lintemuth Laura and Paul Jacquin Adrian Kohen Gigi and Karl Loh Joseph Jaeger Anita Kolleeny Dodie Longfellow David Jamail Peter Kolz McChesney Yvette Janvier Dawn and Steve Koons Carol and Warner Lord Shelly and John Jemison Joyce and Robert Kopac Carrie Loughry Barbara Johnson Harriet and Thomas Kostic Robert Low Christine Johnson Anne and Tomasz Kott Chris Lubniewski J. Wayne Johnson Kenneth Kowalski Barb Lucas and Dave Karen and Carl Johnson Letha and Ken Kowalsky Dickson Randy Johnson Susan Kratina and Jeanette Lucier Alan Johnston Rajiv Kamilla Robert Lukens David Johnston Roxie and Ted Krausser Shannon and Jason Lukz Jane Johnston Kate Krems and Sebastian Eric Lundquist Kenneth Jones Jakubowski Suzi and Scott Lustgarten Ed Getka Deborah and Linda and Gordon Jones Manfred Krueger Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Nima Ghovanlu Thomas Hathaway Jane Jowers John Kuhn Lutschy Gail Gilbert Terry Hayes Steph and Brian Jump Susan Lacefield Charles Lyons Graham Gillette Stephen Hayes Stefanie and Henry Lahey Liqian Ma Susan Gimbert Cary Haywood Sven Tobias Junker Carlisle Landel Peter MacCallum Kathleen and John Richard Heinrich Maureen and Tiff and Christopher Lang Bennett MacDongall Glueckstein Gary Henderson Scott Kaczanowski Lynn Langer and Kay and Bill MacIntosh Sean Glynn Tara and Brian Henderson Judith and Roger Kahn Alan Wetmore Ruth and Gerald Mackey Mark Gndru Megan and Nate Henderson Kapila Kalakota Jane Larimer and Carl Madsen Anne Goebel-Krstelj Mr. and Mrs. Alice and Dino Kaloyares Trevor Francis Nancy Magistud Goldman Girls William Hennessey Richard Karlis Kathleen and Tom Larkin Monica Mainland and Dana Goldsmith Sue and James Hennigar Elisabeth Larson Todd Fisher Lewis Goodlig Janis and Robert Henricks Maria Laskaris and Maiorano Family Cara Goodrich Matthew Henry Louis Burkot Jeanette and Paul Makus Elisa and Mike Goodwin Mike Henry Joan Lass Diane Malley-Parcella Martha Gopal Joel Herda Susan Laurent-Smith Alan Manes John Gorski Susanne and James Hess David Law Sarah and David Mangs Debbie Gossett Jim Hess Brooke Lawrie Gwen and Josh Manney Rachel and Peter Graham Mary Heveran Beth and Rob Lax Elaine Maples Margarita Grant Robert Hicks Allan Lebiga Nancy Savage Marcus and Judy Greeby Nicholas Hiebert Nancy LeBlanc George Marcus Roberta Greeley-Curtis Mike Hirn Daniel Lee Erika and Daniel Marder MaryAnn and Peter Green Jane Hockersmith Roseann Lee Christopher Marks Lisa Green Jacob Hodge Karen Legg M. Farooq Maroof Joan Gregoire David Holden Timothy Leighton Eric Martin Jeff Greim Susan and Brent Holden Maria and Robert Leiter Kris Martin Frank Grencio Joan and David Hollinger Chris Kasprak Daniel Leonard and Family Sherry Martino James Gresfield Robert Hooper Stevenson Cheryl and Joe Kasztejna Alan Leonardi Richard Maser Sharon and Cliff Grimm Laura, Harper, and Josh Katz Chrissy and Brian Lever Jackie and Brian Mashburn Melissa and Jack Grimm Hilton Horowitz Linda and Richard Katz Josh Levine Donna Maskwa Bala Stella Gudidudi Amanda and Matthew Mary Katzenstein Thomas Lewis Ron Masotta Rob Guenther Horton Andrew Kaufman Cathy and Peter Gunnulesen Julie Horvath Greg and Jennifer Kaufman Kathleen Haapaoja Julie Horwitz Chris Keefe Caryn and Scott Hadley Barbara Horwitz and Carol, Steve, and Donovan Jill Hahn Jerry Banks Kehoe-Kazakoff Scott Haley Julie Hosfeldt Karen and Toma Keller Robert Hall Delia and Matthew Howard Tracy Keller Wendy Thatcher Hall and Joan and William Hoyer Marilyn Kelsey Bob Hall Sarah Hubbell Christina Keough Debbie Hall Joshua Hubert Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kercher Marlene and Nathaniel Daniele Huerta Claire and Newton Kerman Hamm Matthew Humphrey Michael Kerrigan Matthew Harlan Thomas Humphrey Barbara Kexel Patrick Harper Su-Jean Hwang Erica Key Katie Harris and Keith Tharp Catherine Hyde Nancy and Paul Kilcoyne Jonathan Hart Pat Hyland Judy Kim Jean Hartig Kyoko and Wayne Ingalls Tammy and Peter Kingston Dorothy Hartson Julie Ingram Lauren Kinser Sue Hastings Danielle Irby Judith Klapp

12 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal John Morris Ian Palmer Fran Morrison Amy Pandya Stephen Morrison Lisa Parcella Deena, Edward, Lucia, and Julie Park Harrison Moss Tracy and John Parke Mairead Murphy Cristina Pastore Micki Myers Margie Patlak and Lynn Anne and Bob Nagy Frank Chudnow Elsa Nail Nancy Patterson Colleen Nassab Kathryn Paxton-Lawrence Cassie and Wesley Navara Clyde Pelky Jim Navran Daniel Pepin Charlie Neidell Jessica and Mark Perron Mona Nelson Rachelle and Thom Peters Kimberly Nesci and Virginia Peters Peter Gehring Tanja Peterson Austin Mathis Karen and Ron Newman Nina Petkas Helen and Bryan Respess Lorraine Sautner Cheryl and Joseph Mattern William Newman Jim Peyton Marie and John Respass Jana Savage Joanne and Jim Matthews Rita Neye Lifson Sharon and Dick Phalan George Reuther Faith Sawyer-Tindle and Susan Mattson Sharon Neyjahr Daniele and Jeff Pillet-Shore Laura Rice Stein Steve Tindle Kimberly Mayhew Frank Niesen Carolyn Plummer Marianne Richardson Adele Schaeffer Anna Mayhood Kim and Lloyd Norris Barbara Porter Rhonda Richardson and David Schildkret Marc Mazan Joshua Novotney Bonnie and Richard Porzio Brian Bialik Meghan Schlitz Emma McAfee-Hahn Angela Nugent and Maureen Potts Abigail Rickards Keith Schlosser Emily and Jeremy McBryan Bruce Odessey Paul Powell Leslie Riczo and John Mary Ann Schmidt Janet McCabe and Cindy Roderick O’Connor Shellise Prazza Schomer Harlee and Jeffrey Schulberg Sesko Patricia O’Halloran Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Prostor Marilyn and Stephen Heather Scofield Darlene McCall Margy O’Hare and Greg Paul Pruneau Riederer Anoush and Paul Scott Shawn McCardell Leach John Prye Tiffany Riggar Karen Scott Charles Mcclelland Janet and Dale Oak Veronica and Brian Race Johanna Riley Nancy Scruggs Joyce McCray Ken Oberg Geri Rader Sarah Riley William Scruggs Stephen, Jen, and Murray Steve Oh Julia and Chris Raia Barbara Roach-Kyes Ann and Roger Seapy McCreary-Jones Todd Okamoto Adam Raial Anthony Roberts Joshua Seff Gerald McCrystal Audrey Oldoep Pras Ranaweera Deborah Roberts and Terry and Ray Seiler Thomas McDowell Deb Olley and Brian Murphy Terri and Karl Rausch Don Mossman B. Chandra Sekar Linda McFarland Julie Olson Penelope Ray Donald Roberts Alex Selkirk Debbie and Frank McGady Dawn Orausky Bergren Elizabeth Raymond Rea and Lanny Roberts Mihir Shah Katie McGeady and Lynn and John Orav Michael Raymond Stella Roberts Neel Shah Dave Kamowdki Robin Orcutt Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Dori Robinson Stephanie Sheffield Sylvia and John McGowin Brenda Ordak Reardon Doug and Linda Robinson Linda Shell Lori Mcgrory David Ortiz Rebecca Redman Aisling Rodan Nancy Shelton Anthony McKissick Sylvia and Terje Ostbye Donna Reed Sandra Rodgers Rebecca Sherman Allan McLane Jim Ostrowski Hillary Reed Myra and Aubrey Rogers Charles Shroder J. Keith McMullin Erica and Dean Ouellet Nancy Reed Teresa and Peter Rooss Billie and David Shulhafer Dennis Mcqueen Clifford Pacheco Kaitie Rehmann Daniel Rosen Bill Siff Kay McWilliams Karen and Dave Packhem Jeff Reid Trudy and Seth Rosenblum Leon Silverstein Patricia Meek Dianne and Carl Paine Patricia and Wayne Reiff Gayle and Andy Ross Amy Silverston MaryAnn Melendez Tori and Hurish Pajeski Peggy Reinders David Rubster Kimberly Simard Michelle and William Madhu Pallath Neva Reiner Maureen and Steve Jasdeep Singh Menzietti Tracy Palmer and Timothy Carol Remen Ruderman Chrissie and Paul Sirbono Elena Mercurio Timmermann Paul Resnick James Ruff Sarah Sjostrom Joshua Meyer Monty Ruff Emma and William Skelton Jonathan Midootte Beth and Casey Ruggier Misty and Jonathan Skvoretz Frederic Miller Kallie and David Ruhf Eelco Slagter Joan and Bill Miller Sandy Ruka Lydia Slavish Kris Miller and Tom Pellescki Julie Rumschlag Catherine Sloan Tyler Miller Darlene Runn Marshall Small Len Mills James Ryan Allan Smith Denise and Fred Minnear Brian Sachs Amie and Thomas Smith Joseph Modafferi Jaclyn Saffir Ann Smith Shane Molinare Susan Saladino Sarah and Seth Smith Eileen Molloy Peggy Salay Smith Family Meaghan and Sue Anne Sanders Bob Smoley Christopher Monson Kathryn Sandifer Stephen Snyder Charlene Montpetit Jessica and Marie Soleil Cordeau Bernice and David Moody Nicholas Santongelo Bonnie and Larry Solish Bryan Moore Sandy and Joe Santore Alan Sommer Susan and Jeffrey Moore Rupesh Santoshi Mary Ann Sommerstol Vivian and Jason Moore Jasmine and Misa Saros Ray Sotelo Gerald Moran Marion Sarullo Shirley Spangenberg

“I have spent some time on the Island ever since I can remember… I am so impressed with all the good work FOA is doing for the Park!” — Jeff Clark, Wyndmoore, PA Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 13 “Friends of Acadia is the one group that can help the park address its many challenges. Especially with the budget morass on the federal level, the guidance and assistance provided by Friends of Acadia is more important than ever.” — Mike Rogers, co-owner of LARK Studio, Bar Harbor

Elizabeth and Matthew Thackery John Thoman Ken Thompson Radclyffe Thompson Sara Thompson Tricia Thompson Jean and George Thomson Alison and Douglas Thornton Adrienne Tierney Janet and Michael Tierney Richard Tobia Gail Todd Adam Toner Amy Torello Karen Tran Paul Tripp Gary Tronsil Robin Tucker Wes Sparkman Rebecca Strally and Ira Turner Ellie Spaulding and John George David Tyler Sam Raymond Patti Stuhlman Connie and Tom Ulrich Kelly and Mike Spectar Marjorie Sturm Randy Vaas Darlene and Warren Spence William Sullivan Diana and Marilyn and Herb Spencer C.J. Summers Gary van Middlesworth Nancy Spinner Howard Swede Linda and Ted Vankessel Mark Spivak George Swetz Kalyanaraman Venkataramani Tricia and Ed Spivey Catherine and Royal Swift Kim Vennachio Susan Splane Sarah Tannehill-Gregg Neelima Vermulapalli Sebastion Spoerl Brian and Kathy Tarbuck Bridget Vickery and Sarah Stanley Julie Tarrant and Joseph Wilson Jon Staples Jonathan Phillips Amy and Mike Vigneux Rebecca Willis and Rebecca Yang Deborah Starkel Knox R. Tate and Blair Tate Mike Vincelette Jeremy Goldstein Beverly and Barry Yarkon Valjean and Jim Stead Michelle Tate Heather and Dan Voisin Doris and Charles Wills Ellen Yazmer Jacki Stevens Jeff Tavares Ian Voparil James Winn Shigeru Yokoyama William Stock Mary Tedesco-Schneck Kim Waggoner Alice Witt Libby Yon Jean and William Stockman Carmelle and John Terborgh Chris Wagner Roberta Wolf Whitney, Chris, and Roger Stout Angela and Michel Tersiguel Kristin Walker Julia Woluska Olivia York Bill Texter Bethany Wall Audrey Wood Chris Young Michael Wall Kimberly and Jeffrey Wood Lisa and Scott Young Joe Ward Eliza Worrick Chris Zaberto Julian Ward John Wright Lois and Robert Zawrotny Rose Marie Warman Lisa and Jamie Wright Xin Zeck Tricia Warneke Susan Wright Lynn Zinn Cassandra and Martha and Jonathan Wyatt Adam Zoesch Nicholas Waterhouse Patti and Tim Wynn Brandi and Aric Zoesch Mike Watson Benjamin Yaffee Laura Zseleczky Mary Beth and Peter Watt Maryann Wattendorf Stephen Watts James Webber New Business Members Joel Weiner Ashwood Consultants PayPal Giving Fund Brenda Weinstein Carragh Farm Pedego Acadia Adrianne and Fred Weissman Choco-Latte Penobscot Theatre Gail Welch Classy Comfort and Style Company Katherine and David Welch Eastern National Rosewood Little Dix Bay Eryl and Bruce Wentworth Echo Salon Short Path Distillery Rachel Werner Ellsworth Chainsaw Telescopes of Vermont Laurin and David Westerfield Fairchild Tropical Botanic The Klenk Charitable Matthew Westling Garden Fund Frank Wheeler Imprintables International The Nature Conservancy Kathleen Wheeler and LARK Studio Wendell Gilley Museum Robert Youtt Maine Camp Outfitters George Whipple Mary Mac Foundation Truth Whitten David Wilkinson Pete Williams Lola Williard Erica Lynne Willis Steger

14 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal Love of Skiing, Acadia Motivates Dedicated Groomer By Earl Brechlin

here’s just one thing that Mount Des- Like anyone who is a fanatical devotee ert Island fisherman Mark Fernald of a sport, Fernald now has all the skis Tloves nearly as much as his family and gear he needs. “At last count I had six or hauling traps aboard his lobster boat, the pair,” he laughed. Emma Marie—cross-country skiing on the The unpredictability of snowfall pat- carriage roads in Acadia National Park. terns, and the tendency of temperatures It is his fondness for Nordic pursuits along the coast of Maine to go up after that led Fernald to get involved with a major snowfall, make the job of taking grooming the ski trails for others, an effort care of the ski trails in Acadia that much that began with informal attempts more more difficult. In fact, unless the ground than 30 years ago. Currently, Fernald is a is frozen, and there’s at least six inches of key part of the coordinated endeavors of snow to work with, groomers don’t bother Friends of Acadia’s Acadia Winter Trails to go out. “What we like to see is a foot Association (AWTA), which can field a of nice fresh snow, and cold, cold cold,” fleet of snowmobiles pulling trail drags, as Fernald explained. well as a Kubota groomer outfitted specifi- Grooming a cross-country ski trail isn’t cally for the task. as simple as just racing around, pulling At the heart of the AWTA are the dedi- something behind a snowmobile. Vol- cated men and women who operate the unteers usually work in pairs for safety. equipment, often long into the night, or Speed hurts more than helps. FOA/Earl Brechlin starting well before dawn, on even the Using two snowmobiles to make mul- Acadia Winter Trails Association volunteer Mark coldest winter days. Getting to see hun- tiple passes in formation broadens the Fernald of Islesford and Bar Harbor has been grooming the cross-country ski trails in Acadia Na- dreds of park visitors skiing along to their width and also increases the effective- tional Park for 16 years. heart’s content on perfectly groomed trails ness of the operation. The setting of the is their only compensation. distinct, parallel-grooved track is actu- “The best thing is after you’re done, see- ally the final step. “It all depends on the ing people out there really enjoying it,” snow,” Fernald said. “Sometimes we have said Fernald. “I talk to a lot of folks when to make six, seven, even eight passes be- I’m out on the trails and they really appre- fore the base is right. It’s very slow going.” ciate what we do.” Fernald, and several other volunteers During the summer Fernald and his focus on the Aunt Betty Pond and Seven wife Vicky live on Islesford full time. In Bridges Loops (see map) as well as on car- winter, when he only pulls traps one or riage roads north of Eagle Lake that in- two days per week, Fernald divides his clude the Witch Hole Loop. Because it is time between his house in Bar Harbor and used frequently by walkers and for snow- visits to Sugarloaf where he also cross- mobile access for rangers and other riders, country skis. the carriage trail on the east side of Eagle His love of winter sports began early, Lake is not groomed. during his high school years, when he was A second core group of dedicated vol- boarding at Lee Academy near Lincoln. “I unteers works from a starting point at the had a season pass to Mount Jefferson and Brown Mountain Gate House on Route skied all the time,” he said. Eventually his 198 just above Northeast Harbor. They interest in downhill skiing shifted to cross regularly groom the Upper Hadlock Loop Courtesy of Andrea Gerrish Courtesy of Andrea country, especially once he graduated and (see map) as well as the Amphitheater When he’s not grooming the carriage paths in Aca- moved back to the MDI area. “My first pair Loop. When time and conditions allow, dia for cross-country skiers, AWTA volunteer Mark of skis was made of wood,” he recalled. crews tie both major hubs of ski trails Fernald is out enjoying the sport himself. Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 15 Courtesy of the Bright family Leila Bright

ENDOWMENT BUOYS AWTA FOA n 2005, the family of Elizabeth A pair of cross-country skiers prepares to cross the Duck Brook Bridge while enjoying the carriage paths in IR. (Leila) Bright established an Acadia National Park. equipment fund and an endowment in her memory and in honor of her love together by grooming additional sections bike patrols in summer. On the park staff for skiing in Acadia. of the carriage roads on the Around the side of the equation, Park Roads Foreman These provide annual grants to Mountain, Lower Loop, the tumbledown Alan Farnsworth, Chief Ranger Stuart the Acadia Winter Trails Association section overlooking Jordan Pond, and the West, and Ranger Chris Wiebusch devote (AWTA) to underwrite the purchase Around Mountain Upper Loop. considerable time and energy to the ef- and maintenance of grooming In the early years, volunteers such as forts. equipment, safety training and gear, the late Bob Massucco, a Somesville den- Volunteers spend many hours coordi- fuel, volunteer and staff training and tist, worked with their own snowmobiles. nating who can do what when, and do- support, other annual and capital Drags consisted of little more than old ing routine maintenance to insure the needs of cross-country trail grooming metal bed springs weighted down by cin- AWTA equipment runs smoothly, along in the park, and support for those der blocks. with keeping sleds fueled and properly activities in perpetuity. Bright summered on Mount Desert Even though the “how” may have positioned to allow for the most efficient Island throughout her childhood and changed over the decades, the commit- deployment. moved here permanently in 1975, ment and dedication of all those involved On a typical day after a storm, Fernald dividing her time between Islesford since the start has always remained un- gets up at roughly 5 a.m. He checks in and Northeast Harbor. She passed waivering. with other volunteers via text and email away in May of 2005. She was 84. The equipment now includes five snow- and often is out on the trails by 7–7:30 Although the Bright Endowment mobiles with drags of various degrees of a.m. “Most of the time we’re done by provides significant long-term stability sophistication. The AWTA flagship is a 9–9:30 or so,” he explained. for the AWTA, with growing interest Kubota RTV that is propelled by a set of Grooming of any one route can take two in winter use and ever-increasing costs four treads instead of wheels. In addition to six or even eight hours. Fernald stays of operation, the program also benefits to a drag to set track, it is outfitted with a out until the job is done. “The winters greatly from additional donations, climate-controlled cab and features a plow aren’t so long if you can spend time out- and Friends of Acadia is grateful for the many gifts we receive from those to help level out uneven sections and push side,” he said. who enjoy the winter trails. To help snow onto bare spots. It got its first real Taking care of the trails isn’t for the support the AWTA, contact Lisa workout during the winter of 2016–2017. warm-blooded. It has to be below freez- Horsch Clark at 207-288-3340, or AWTA volunteers, who attend annual ing. When temperatures rise above 30 de- donate online now. safety and technique training, work with grees or so, all grooming stops. Friends of Acadia’s Conservation Projects Sometimes, getting too much snow can Manager Paige Steele who oversees the be an obstacle as well. When drifts pile up program. Steele also works with park staff the snowmobiles can often “bog down” who have nurtured a cadre of volunteers and become stuck. That requires the op- that do regular ski patrols in winter and erator to shovel it out and ease it back to a 16 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal FOA/Earl Brechlin During winter, signs such as this one help explain guidelines for use of the groomed carriage paths.

COURTESY HELPS EVERYONE ENJOY ACADIA IN WINTER FOA The view along a cross country ski trail at Eagle Lake in Acadia National Park. hile visitation levels in Acadia Wduring the winter months are far below summer’s peak, the most popular firmer surface. That’s no easy task with “Getting stuck is much more common trails and carriage paths can be very machines weighing around 450 pounds. than people think,” Fernald said. Likewise, busy, especially on a sunny, weekend Newer, four-stroke models that are much a heavy snowfall can obscure the center day right after a decent snowfall. more fuel efficient, and which don’t emit line of the carriage road. If a groomer gets Cross-country skiers share the trails the stereotypical cloud of blue smoke from too far to the left or right, they run the risk with snowshoers, walkers, and people unburned oil, weigh even more. of catching one of the snow machine’s skis out with their dogs. Some simple cour- on a granite coping stone or sliding into tesy on everyone’s part can help make a ditch. time in the park more enjoyable for all. During heavy, wet snowfalls, small birch On carriage roads groomed for outdoor recreation, including in the Witch trees and alders bend down blocking clear Hole, Aunt Betty and Brown Mountain passage. Branches often become frozen to areas, one side is set up with a tradition- the ground. “I’ve had situations where it al, classic, ski track. The center portion took me four hours to go just one mile,” is leveled to facilitate those who want to Fernald recalled. skate ski. The other edge of the path is In an average season Fernald, who has where those on snowshoes or walking been a regular groomer for 14 years, de- are encouraged to travel to avoid “post- votes around 100 hours to the AWTA. He hole” footprints in the ski tracks. estimates he spends 500 to 700 hours a As in summer, any dogs brought into year cross-country skiing. the park must be kept on a leash no Along with the satisfaction of seeing a longer than six-feet long. job well done, and making the trails better Fat-tire bikes are allowed on the Park Loop Road, and on non-groomed car- for winter enthusiasts, Fernald said there riage paths. are other rewards. “In the early winter it’s Snowmobiles are allowed on the not unusual to see lots of snow buntings Park Loop Road and on two sections of up on the mountains,” he said. Other carriage path including from Wildwood wildlife sightings include the occasional Stables to Jordan Pond House, and from snowy owl (See related story on page 3) Bubble Pond to the north end of Eagle or fox. Perhaps the most unusual sight he’s Lake. The park’s 35 mile per hour speed seen involved a pack coyotes, feasting on a limit applies. deer carcass on a frozen lake. As in summer, visitors should have a While in the past groomers often set out pass visibly displayed in their vehicle. to create a tandem set of tracks for clas- Passes are available at the Winter Visi- sic skiing, the pattern now is different. tor Center on Eagle Lake Road in Bar Harbor. Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 17 WINTER WEATHER Three distinct lanes are created. The paral- WATCHWORD: PREPARE lel grooves for classic skiers are set to one FOR THE UNEXPECTED side. A wider, flat portion is created down the middle for those who want to skate ski. That leaves ample room on the other side inter weather conditions in for snowshoers, hikers, and dog walkers. WAcadia vary widely from month Signs first put up during the winter of to month and even are subject to wide 2016–2017 help explain the scheme to swings in just a few hours. park visitors. The aim is to educate walk- In late December, January, February, and in early March, temperatures ers, snowshoers, and people with dogs on how to avoid making holes in or damaging FOA as cold as 15 below zero are not Acadia Winter Trails Association volunteer Mia unusual. At the same time, especially the surface of the ski tracks. Thompson of Mount Desert checks out a new piece early and late in the season, daytime One new wrinkle in recent years has been of cross country ski trail grooming equipment. temperatures in the high 40s or low the appearance of people riding “fat tire” 50s are not uncommon. bicycles on the carriage roads in winter. spire his volunteer service, Fernald said. Along the Maine coast, many winter The bikes are banned on groomed trail sec- “I love working on the trails and getting storms start out with heavy snow but tions but allowed on other carriage roads. the track just right. Whenever I’m out quickly turn to sleet or even rain. Six Especially if the weather warms and the there I think about what Mr. [John D., Jr.] inches of snow can fall overnight and groomed surface gets soft, even one care- Rockefeller did in making the gift of the be gone by sunset the next day. That less biker can wreak havoc on a ski track. carriage roads,” Fernald explains. “I think makes planning for an outing all the Lobstering out of Little Cranberry Island about how much I enjoy that gift and that more difficult. Park officials urge winter visitors to where he grew up, Fernald has spent more I want to give something back,” he con- be prepared for all extremes. A warm than 45 years making his living from the tinued. “I enjoy being out there, taking in hat and gloves are a must. Multiple sea. Accepting nature on its terms is part the beauty after a fresh snowfall. After a layers of outerwear ensure a range of the bargain. In that respect, he and his couple of hours of that I feel pretty good of options for personal comfort and brothers Bruce and Danny, who also fish, as I put the equipment away,” Fernald ex- should always include a waterproof follow in the footsteps of multiple genera- plained. shell. tions of their family. That robust heritage, “Then I go skiing!” � Conditions can also vary widely and the life lessons he’s learned about the from trail to trail. Temperature swings importance of tradition, community, and Earl Brechlin is Director of Commu- of up to 30 degrees, from ten degrees the need to pay good fortune forward, in- nications for Friends of Acadia. to the lower 40s, in just a few hours are not unusual. Trail sections on shaded or north slopes can have icy, crusty snow, while sections with southern exposures can be wet and sticky. Many casual cross-county skiers prefer waxless skis because of the constant unpredictability of the trail surface. The variability of the climate also adds an element of risk when considering activities on the surfaces of lakes that appear to be solidly frozen. The fact that nightfall comes much earlier in winter should also be taken into account.

Winter visitors should follow all FOA/Julia Walker-Thomas Members of the Acadia Winter Trails Association at Park Headquarters last winter during a training general outdoor safety guidelines session with park staff and members of Mount Desert Island Search and Rescue. including carrying water, a snack, a map, and a headlamp. It is also Acadia Winter Trails Association Volunteers 2016 recommended that you match Gordon Beck Matt Gerrish Vivian Phillips Zack Steele planned activities with your fitness level and notifying someone of your Brett Binns Phil Lichtenstein Ed Pontbriand Mia Thompson plans so they can notify authorities if Mark Fernald Stephen Linscott Craig Roebuck Adam Wales you are overdue. Rob Gaynor Peter Madeira Zach Soares

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1st Grandchild, Ulrich Lisa K. Allerton Brianna Avenia-Tapper and Elliot Lipnowski “Buildings, too, are Barbara and Herbert Bass Marie and Gerald Berlin children of Earth and Sun.” Robert O. Blake Lotta and Scott Brown -Frank Lloyd Wright Anna Evans and Colin Bruton Mary Byrnes David Chapman Ethan Dadush James DeCalogero The Reverend William Donnelly Donna Eacho Holly Eiden Erik Dan Franzen Amanda Furtado Phil and Mary Galperin Carl Garland Isaac Gill Andrea and David Gilmore Randy Goldberg Wally and Carol Gray Jim and Anne Green Caroline Grimm Reva Jaffe Steven Katona and Susan Lerner M. Richard Katz, M.D. Bruce Komusin Anne Kozak Rachel Krevans Wilder Lambert Marriage of Kate Harris and Keith Tharp Marriage of Pam Thiboutot and Andrew Kaufman Marley Bleau Mattews Frank and Jacki McCreary John L. Morse Merle Neidell Jerry Newton Peter and Eva Oldoep ©2016 Julia Walker Thomas Amy Pattetson Norbert Paulsen Lili Pew and Carol Bult Canon, a leading provider David Rockefeller Jack Spiegelberg of consumer, business-to- Kim and Finn Wentworth Dr. Ashbel C. Williams business and industrial Wonderful Family Camping, Birding, Hiking, digital imaging solutions, and Biking Betty Worcester and Emma Barrett www.nelsongoodwin.com is committed to giving Patricia B. Wright back to the communities Maria Yang Custom Homes in which we live and work. June 1–September 30, 2017 Whether it’s supporting Cabinetry youth initiatives or helping to sustain the environment, renovations Take Pride Canon is dedicated to creating In-Kind Donors additions programs and products that aim to make a positive Hannaford Supermarkets difference for our planet. Dawnland David Rodriquez Learn more at Machias Savings Bank Magnes Stouk usa.canon.com/environment William Sweet Acadia National Park Tours Coastal Kayaking Tours building ContraCtor Downeast Transportation/Island Explorer National Park Sea Kayak Tours 207 276.5238 | Seal Harbor, Maine ©2017 Canon U.S.A., Inc. All rights reserved. Established 1986 Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 19 Discover Acadia’s Golden Autumn ore than 300 photographers contributed images as part of Mthis year’s Acadia Gold album on Instagram and Facebook. Among them are the images below. See more at #acadiagold.�

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riends of Acadia’s Trailblazer FMonthly Giving program spreads your membership gifts throughout the year, using a credit card. Trailblazer gifts go farther, saving paper and postage costs by avoiding renewal requests. Gifts are processed on the first business day of each month, beginning the month after you sign up. Each January we’ll mail you a letter acknowledging your total gift for the past year, with our thanks for your help in protecting Acadia—all Art Donahue year long.

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For information, contact Development Officer Sue Garver Sharon Broom at 207-288-3340 or [email protected] Alyssa Ramirez Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 21 Cadillac Congestion updates Visitation studies at Acadia National Park have shown that 75 percent of all visitors go to Cadillac Mountain at some point during their stay. The park also estimates that as many as 8,000–9,000 visitors go up the mountain on holidays such as the 4th of July or Columbus Day. With so much interest concentrated in a relatively small geographic area, it’s no wonder that the National Park Service must close down the summit road occasionally due to traffic congestion. Friends of Acadia’s Summit Stewards have been an important resource to the park from sunrise to sunset on Cadillac, answering visitor questions, observing travel patterns, educating visitors about Leave No Trace principles, and providing management rec- ommendations. This year, the National Park Service closed Cadillac 69 times through Oct. 10 (30 at sunset, 26 at mid-day, and 13 at sunrise) FOA/Julia Walker Thomas FOA/Julia Walker due to traffic congestion or accidents. On Trick or Trails . . . six days, the park closed the summit more Friends of Acadia Conservation Projects Manager Paige Steele, left, and Stewardship Coordinator Dana Pe- tersen joined other volunteers and staff to celebrate Halloween and the last drop-in volunteer day of the 2017 than once. The Summit Stewards have been season by clearing leaves and other debris from the culverts and ditches on the Stratheden Path – all while in helpful in implementing a new process es- costume. The event was called Trick-or-Trails. FOA President and CEO David MacDonald and Senior Devel- tablished by the park to resolve safety issues opment Associate Shawn Keeley, also joined in the fun. quickly and to prevent resource damage due to illegal parking. Winter Information Island Explorer Acadia National Park is teaming up with the Sets New Record Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce to pro- A major milestone was reached on the Is- vide winter visitor information services, and land Explorer bus system on Aug. 23, 2017, park pass sales at the chamber’s information when Wayne and Charlene Ferguson from center at the corner of Main and Cottage Yarmouth, Maine, and Annie, their York- streets in downtown Bar Harbor. Rangers shire terrier, disembarked from the Ocean- are now working with chamber staff at that arium bus route at the Hulls Cove Visitor location to provide information about the Center and were named the Island Explor- park. Chamber staff will share information er’s 7 millionth passengers. about area businesses, services, and recre- They were greeted by Paul Murphy, Exec- ational opportunities. utive Director of Downeast Transportation; Unlike past years, there will be no visitor Meredith Tague, Ellsworth Store Manager services or facilities available at park head- for L.L.Bean Stephanie Clement, Conser-

quarters on Eagle Lake Road. vation Director for Friends of Acadia and FOA/Earl Brechlin The combined information center will be Kevin Schneider, Superintendent, Acadia An Alliance of Friends . . . open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays, and National Park. More than 150 people attended the three-day Na- from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on weekends. Holi- The Fergusons were given a Friends of tional Park Friends Alliance meeting in Bar Harbor day hours will vary. Acadia membership, an L.L.Bean gift certifi- in early October. The event was hosted by Friends of Acadia. Major sponsors included the National Park During the month of December, Acadia cate and tote bag, and Acadia Centennial gift Foundation, FOA, Acadia National Park, L.L.Bean, annual passes will be available at half price. items. They were traveling to Northeast Har- and Dawnland LLC. Other sponsors included Lili Visitor services in Acadia will resume at bor for a day of shopping and lunch. Pew of the Knowles Company, the Compass Group, the Hulls Cove Visitor Center in April of Since 1999, the propane-powered Island Eastern National, Schoodic Institute, and Bar Harbor 2018. The park can be reached at 288-3338; Explorer has eliminated over 2.5 million Banking and Trust. Above, Will Shafroth, President and CEO of the National Park Foundation, addresses the chamber at 288-5103. private vehicle trips in and around Acadia attendees during a session at the Bar Harbor Regency National Park. Hotel.

22 Winter 2018 Friends of Acadia Journal recommended a modest reservation fee for sunrise with automated gates at the base of the mountain to control access. It remains to be seen whether such a system will be incor- porated into the park’s final transportation plan. But the ideas of these students, along with the on-the-ground support of the summit stewards are helping the park navigate complicated traffic issues.

Route 3 Rebuild Update Detours around the reconstruction of Route 3, the main highway into Bar Harbor, will shift as the work enters its second year beginning in the spring of 2018. Work is scheduled to begin next year on FOA/Mike Staggs FOA visits KWW… the stretch from Crooked Road in Hulls Several Friends of Acadia board and staff members took a road trip in late September to visit the new Katahdin Cove to the Mount Desert Street intersec- Woods and Waters (KWW) National Monument in northern Maine. Along with checking out the view of the tion. state’s tallest mountain, Katahdin (above) from an overlook on the KWW Loop Road, the group undertook a One-way traffic inbound will be main- hike into scenic Katahdin Lake. The adventurers included, from left, Lili Pew, Lisa Horsch Clark, Stephanie tained on that stretch with vehicles moving Clement, David MacDonald, Bill Zoellick, David Edson, Jack Russell, Shawn Keeley, and Paige Steele. FOA in the opposite direction being re-routed Office Manager Mike Staggs took the photo. across the Paradise Hill Road section of the Acadia National Park Loop Road, or out The Blue Hill Overlook and summit park- sures, they are helping the park to address Eagle Lake Road, which is also the manda- ing lots on Cadillac Mountain have a com- safety concerns swiftly and ensure a better tory truck and bus route. A temporary traffic bined capacity of 157 automobiles, plus visitor experience. light will be installed at the Park Entrance space set aside for buses. Visitors at sunrise Last fall, the park asked for public com- intersection in Hulls Cove. or sunset usually park for the duration of ment on ideas, such as a parking reservation There will be periods when both lanes the event and then depart, making it easier system, vehicle size limits, and bus service to of the affected section of Route 3 will be to manage traffic based on parking capac- Cadillac via concession or transit operator, open, according to the Maine Department of ity. At sunset, the summit stewards and/or as part of the draft alternatives for the trans- Transportation. park staff barricade the entrance to the Blue portation plan. Students from the Worcester The section completed in 2017, from Hill Overlook (which faces west) after it Polytechnic Institute also studied the idea Dreamwood Hill to Hulls Cove, is slated to fills. They then walk to the summit to judge of an on-line reservation system for parking have normal, two-way traffic flow. parking conditions there, and radio law en- on Cadillac. After surveying visitors, they forcement rangers to close the entrance road when cars start spilling over into the bus parking areas. Procedures for closing at sunrise are simi- lar, but based on the number of vehicles going up the mountain. Visitors vary their activities and lengths of stay at Cadillac more greatly at mid-day, and the summit traffic is more complex with concessions buses, cruise ship tours, and land-based motor coach tours in addition to private cars. Therefore, closures happen based on gridlock or traffic accidents in addition to parking capacity. The summit stewards and rangers close down the entrance FOA/Earl Brechlin road as soon as traffic waiting to get into the Helping Hands summit lot backs up to the Blue Hill Over- Nearly 500 volunteers turned out to help put the Acadia National Park Carriage Roads to bed on Saturday, look. November 4 as part of Friends of Acadia’s Take Pride in Acadia Day. After raking leaves along miles of the In essence, while the new procedures carriage roads the volunteers retired to Park Headquarters on Eagle Lake Road for the traditional “CCC” lunch have resulted in a greater number of clo- of chili, cornbread, and cider, plus a bonus “C”– cake! Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 23 Landscape d esign

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119 MAIN STREET  BAR HARBOR, MAINE new film, “The Fire of ’47,” which documents one of the most pivotal Amoments in Mount Desert Island history, is now available on DVD. Director Peter Logue of Southwest Har- Fine Art | Studio Furniture INITIALS OVERLAY bor interviewed more than 20 community HOW YOU SHOP CAN CHANGE THE WORLD. members who shared their memories of 1112 Main Street | Somesville, Maine WWW.FAIRTRADEWINDS.NET the tragic conflagration that roared across www.galleryatsomessound.com | 207.244.1165 ICON much of the eastern side of Mount Desert SOCIAL LOGO LOGO SEAL Island 70 years ago. Photos and film taken in 1947 are part R A D E T W R I of the production including some never- I N A D before-published clips. Narrated by Steve F S Zirnkilton of Seal Harbor, the film documents the fire that started on October 17 8 E 0 and burned until November 14, 1947. S T . 2 0 A total of 170 year-round homes and 67 summer cottages were destroyed by the Hannaford Supermarket flames. Nearly 19,000 acres, most of them 86 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor in Acadia National Park, were blackened. COLORS The film, which premiered at the Cri- terion Theatre in Bar Harbor in October, was produced by the Bar Harbor Historical Society with donations from First National Bank, Kay and Steve Theede, Means Family Foundation, Cary and June Swan, and L.S. A history of caring. Robinson Co. Insurance. A community of healing. The DVD of “The Fire of ’47,” is avail- A legacy of giving. able at Swan Agency/Sotheby’s Interna- tional Realty in Bar Harbor, or online at 10 Wayman Lane • Bar Harbor, ME barharborhistorical.org. 207.288.5081 • www.mdihospital.org Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2018 25 In Memoriam The Unexpected Art, We gratefully acknowledge gifts received in memory of:

Craft, Book & Gift Stephen Andrews Edward and Elizabeth C. Atterbury Dorothy LaBonté Gallery on Acadia’s Florence Barordes Thomas Lamon Schoodic Peninsula Bob Beallor Grenville B. Lloyd Eileen Tateo Beebe and Lydia Lyman Meghan Kyla Tateo Frank Manning Beebe Fozia Maroof Connie Birkenmeier Boyd McFarland Leo Blanchard David Eliot McGiffert Brandy, my dog and best Candace B. Meads friend Anthony Menzietti Keith R. Brown Bob Miller Harold Brunski William Mills Jackie Capers David Elmslie Moore Rodger Carr Elinor Moore Marian Carre Richard Morgan and Amphitheater Bridge Donald Chace Dick Cossaboon Aimee Beal Church Dr. John “Jack” Morse Featuring Rosemary’s Roland and Pop Pop Moyer Hand Hooked Muriel Clement Dr. Kenneth Scott Nord Maureen Clifford Jennifer Oppenheimer Rugs Don Delano Sarah Currier Pette Katherine Dutton Kate Davis Quesada 611 Corea Road David Eakin Deanne Roberts Corea, Maine Michael William Fleury Connie and Joe Rossi 207-963-7269 Richard M. Foster Maurico Rozenblatt www.chapterwocorea.com Mark and Regina Sautner Adele Freedman William C. Sawyer LSR_FriendsAcadia_2.25x1.9_022117.qxp_LayoutRichard 1 J. Frost Beatrice Ima Shenton Arthur Gaines Monica Silverston Carl W. Garland Aley and Sophie Slavish Real Estate Sales & Vacation Rentals Dot Gervais Alexander L. Smith Since 1898 John and Oleta Hallett Joey Snyder Roy C. Haupt Jr. Neil Steingart Anne Hogben Charles Strange Joe Hyland Joseph L. Tierney Dr. John Jemison Rita Timmons Ruth and Diane, Ed, and Greg Toth Insurance for MDI Charles Jucius Sr. Margaret Triboletti Families and Businesses Joyce Juron Arnold and Betty Werner View all of our listings at M. Richard Katz, M.D. J.J. Wieckowski Since 1932 Eric Keller Lilian Dorr Willey www.KnowlesCo.com Gordon Keller Lawrence Jackson 339 Main Street, Southwest Harbor Kevin E. Kelley Woolley 1 Summit Road, Northeast Harbor | 207-276-3322 Paul and Erminie Knight Peggy Strout Young LSRIns.com | (207)244-7246 Elizabeth Marie Krausser Leonard and Shirley Zila Rachel Krevans Andrew Krueger June 1–September 30, 2017

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Dolby Millinocket ¤£11 ¤£157 Pond One two-sided map includes a general over- Maine serving food of the mexican interior Scenic Katahdin Woods & Maine Scenic Byway Waters NM Byway Shack Twin Hill Baxter State Park Paved Road South Lakes # end of Bennett Lane Manset Twin Maine Bureau of Gravel Road Lake ¤£11 East Millinocket Parks & Lands Unimproved Road # view of the entire area, with a more detailed “rec- r Summit o International g n a Trails Appalachian Trail Data Sources: EPl, MEGIS, Medway B reservations 244-5221 USGS, MEDEP, NOAA & ESRI o T MattaseunkMiles Projection; NAD 1984 UTM Zone 19N Sources: Esri, USGS, NOAA reational” map on the back. S. Miller 8/22/2016 )"244 0 1 2 Lake 4 A second map is specifically aimed at sharing interpretive information on KWW’s 16- mile Loop Road. It includes mile markers as well as numbered locations where visitors can enjoy unique views, see natural areas, or take short hikes to interesting ecological or geological features. For those planning winter excursions, the National Monument publishes maps showing cross-country ski trails, warming huts, and other features. Along with being available for download, the maps can be picked up during the summer season at the KWW welcome centers at 200 Penobscot Avenue in Millinocket and at the Lumberman’s Museum in Patten, near the north entrance to the preserve. Find out more on the KWW website.

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 27 In Review

waterforms By Earl Brechlin

waterforms Photographs by Dorothy Kerper Monnelly 156 pages 70 B&W duotone photographs Copyright Dorothy Kerper Monnelly Copyright Dorothy Verlag Kettler, Germany, 2016 The photograph “Rock Shore, Last Light, Acadia National Park,” by Dorothy Kerper Monnelly, is among the Hardcover with tipped on image Maine images in her new book waterforms. $48.86

ugging around a heavy 4x5 view cam- “Kerper Monnelly shows a muscu- They also have proved to be popular auc- L era and a few sheets of film, compared lar yet understated attraction to the tion offerings for Friends of Acadia’s annual to an automatic digital model with motor Benefit Auction. drive and enough memory cards for thou- restlessness of water . . . There is a Primarily, waterforms focuses on the in- sands of shot, enforces an obvious disci- crystalline clarity to her vision.” terplay of ice and air bubbles in the salt pline on a photographer. With the latter, marshes near her winter home in Ipswich, you can merely point, shoot, and take as — Arthur Ollman Massachusetts. But the artist’s muse has many frames as desired in the hopes that taken her much farther afield. There are one or two might warrant public display. the most beautiful places on earth, includ- images from Yellowstone National Park, Yo- With the former, composition by its very ing many scenes from Acadia National semite National Park, the White Mountains nature must be a slower and more delib- Park, to share her fascination with tone and in New Hampshire, and Hawaii, in addition erate process. Something must catch the texture, both in moving water, still water, to those captured locally on Mount Desert photographer’s eye. Then comes the ardu- and ice. The power of water, both in real Island at Duck Brook, Sand Beach, and over ous and painstaking process of determin- time, and in its inexorable shaping of kelp, at Schoodic. ing angle, lens, light, exposure, and which sand, wood, and stone, comes through in Along with this book being a testament film will best translate that intangible vision every image. to her eye and her technical expertise, it is into something that can be held in a hand, Kerper Monnelly’s work has been exhib- also proof of a remarkable physical stamina. shared with the wider world. ited in six museums in the U.S. and one in None of the winter images can be captured And translating an artistic vision to film Russia. Large-format gelatin silver prints of with just a mad dash from a heated vehicle. is exactly what Dorothy Kerper Monnelly her work are included in the collections of Setting up and waiting for the right light, has done in her latest book, waterforms. the National Museum of Women in the Arts or the right change of tide, can take hours. She has compiled images from some of and the Peabody Essex Museum. These images require, as Kerper Monnelly 28 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal OlisTrolley.com Warm Your Ride Home and Hearth the Trolley!

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Land, Legislation, Fees, and Work Deferred

cadia National Park often ranks well (MCHT) co-authored a let- other parks remain eco- in public surveys for a high quality ter for the record support- nomic engines. Senators Avisitor experience. Much of this is ing the bill, but requesting Collins and King have tied to the incredible scenery, diverse recre- that harvesting in the in- co-sponsored S. 751, the ational opportunities, clean air and water, tertidal zone be restricted National Park Service Leg- the rich history of the region, the oppor- to the traditional taking acy Act (H.R. 2584 in the tunity to speak with friendly, informative of clams, worms and peri- House), a bill that would rangers, and facilities such as restrooms, his- winkles. FOA and MCHT dedicate funding from toric roads, and interpretive wayside panels. also requested that the bill unallocated offshore oil Friends of Acadia (FOA) has been partner- authorize the park to make revenues to high prior- ing with several organizations and coalitions minor boundary adjust- ity deferred maintenance to ensure that the facilities and land base ments with landowners to projects. that underlie the positive visitor experience resolve inadvertent bound- The Department of the remain intact. ary encroachments. Rep. Interior (DOI) has also The Land and Water Conservation Fund Poliquin has requested a put forward a proposal to Coalition (lwcfcoalition.com) is a group of hearing on H.R. 763 in the House. It is not increase fees at Acadia and 16 other highly stakeholders working together to ensure yet scheduled. visited national parks during peak season that Congress protects the Land and Water Friends of Acadia also continues to work (defined as June 1—October 31 at Acadia) Conservation Fund (LWCF) and provides with the Pew Charitable Trusts and partners, as a way to reduce the maintenance back- robust, if not full, funding at the $900 mil- such as the National Parks Conservation As- log. Acadia’s seven-day entrance pass would lion level annually. LWCF is the primary sociation, on the Restore America’s Parks rise from $25 to $70, the annual pass from source of funds through which Acadia Na- campaign, an initiative to raise awareness $50 to $75, the seven-day motorcycle pass tional Park is able to acquire the remain- of the $11.3-billion backlog of deferred from $20 to $50, and the seven-day non- ing 80 plus privately held properties inside maintenance projects in national parks. The motorized per-person pass from $12 to $30. park boundaries, helping to protect impor- backlog at Acadia is estimated to be approxi- The department estimated that these fee tant wildlife habitat, movement corridors mately $71 million. More than half of it per- increases across could result in an additional and scenic viewsheds. FOA Board member tains to paved and unpaved roads. $68.6 million in revenue. Public comment Emily Beck traveled to Washington in early In early September, staff from three of was accepted on the proposal through No- October with representatives from the Appa- Maine’s Congressional offices, several state vember 23. Friends of Acadia issued a state- lachian Mountain Club and the Piscataquis legislators, several area elected officials, and ment recognizing the need to address the Economic Development Council to share a town manager joined a tour and discus- maintenance backlog, but expressing con- information with Congress about the impor- sion of the backlog at Acadia organized cern about the scale of the fee increase and tance of LWCF to Maine and to Acadia. by Pew. The group visited the structurally how it might deter citizens from enjoying Other land and resource management is- deficient (i.e. cracked cement block walls) the parks. Friends also pointed out that fee sues are being addressed through the Acadia maintenance facilities at Park Headquarters increases should not relieve Congress of its Boundary Clarification Act (H.R. 763/S. 257), that are still in use as offices, an auto repair duty to adequately fund the capital and op- a bill sponsored by Senator Angus King and shop, and a carpentry shop. The group also erating needs of the national parks in order Representative Bruce Poliquin and co-spon- toured the Hulls Cove Visitor Center, a facil- to prevent the deferred maintenance back- sored by Senator Susan Collins and Repre- ity built in the 1950’s. That building is inad- log from growing. sentative Chellie Pingree. The bill confirms equately heated and cooled, is too small for We are fortunate at Acadia to have the the addition of Schoodic Woods to the park, the crowds it receives, and is inconvenient amazing land base, recreational opportu- clarifies that the 1986 boundary legislation or inaccessible to anyone who has trouble nities, and facilities that we do. It takes an shall guide future land acquisitions, autho- walking up stairs. active community of passionate members, rizes harvesting of marine organisms in Aca- FOA sent an invitation to Acadia Centen- park staff, volunteers, friends, and coalitions dia’s intertidal zone, and permanently reau- nial Partners and to FOA business members to ensure that the park will retain these as- thorizes the Acadia Advisory Commission. asking them to sign onto a letter drafted by sets for future generations. � The Senate National Parks Subcommit- Pew encouraging Congress to implement tee held a hearing on S. 257 this summer, policies and legislation to reduce the main- —Stephanie Clement and FOA and Maine Coast Heritage Trust tenance backlog to ensure that Acadia and 30 Winter 2017 Friends of Acadia Journal Chairman’s Letter

Sharing a Love of Acadia

Greetings, Friends, myriad park topics. I asked to borrow his copy and was told, politely, of course, to am honored to have been elected join, to get my own. That proved to be my Friends of Acadia’s Board Chair. I want good fortune and another lesson in giving Ito thank our former Chair and friend, back from my dad. Ed Samek, for a tremendous six years of ac- Along with the shift of FOA Chairs, there complishments while under his solid and are other significant changes unfolding in strategic leadership. the community and surrounding towns. On a personal note, Ed played an The Maine coast is warming up and our important part in transitioning me into the beloved Acadia National Park is struggling office. And, I am blessed with an outstanding with a mounting crisis of more and more Board. I thank them all for their support as I visitors. Shifts in our outlook and routines settle into some very big shoes. can be hard to embrace, but we must I am equally fortunate to be working adapt to address future challenges and be amongst a talented team at FOA under the strategic in our work and long-term vision. admirable leadership of David MacDonald, A vast amount of feedback on these President and CEO. issues has come from donors and through I have had the privilege of summering on the Second Century Campaign. We have an Mount Desert Island since the 1960s. My understanding of the issues most important parents were house guests on Somes Sound to you as park users. There is an array of

in the 1950s and knew this was the idyllic FOA priorities to be addressed to achieve the best summer place. During the summer, you will find us possible experience while visiting Acadia. My childhood memories of time spent out in Acadia daily. After all these years, One of my goals is to continue to reach on the island are my fondest. Our family I am amazed we still are finding trails to out to the next generation, via education, of seven, along with a misbehaved golden explore for the first time. When running events, and social media channels, to retriever, spent the days hiking the trails in on the carriage roads, I always stop to increase engagement for the benefit of FOA Acadia, boating to Schoodic, enjoying our chat with the volunteers. Needless to say, and Acadia. summer reading, playing board games, or I am in Acadia as much as possible with We have many reasons to be so proud any activity that involved sitting by the fire family, friends, and my other great love; my of the Acadia Youth Technology Team and on a foggy summer day. camera! their tremendous work as the exposure of My favorite pastime was exploring tide I am deeply passionate about Friends of their talents on social media has exploded! pools. I was born and raised in South Acadia and our mission. I joined as a board In the months ahead, I look forward to Florida and loved to haul my Maine rock member seven years ago and served various meeting a lot more of Acadia’s Friends and collection back home. I loved polishing roles on Development, the Second Century welcome your comments and suggestions. the rocks in my tumbler to preserve their Campaign, the Youth and the Acadia A great perk of being the Board Chair, aside pristine ocean shine. Centennial Task forces, and the Benefit from the obvious important work, is it gives Our family loved picnicking at Hunter’s Committee. Our dedication to FOA is a me yet another good reason to spend more Beach. I still wander over to carve out some family affair. My husband helped organize time year-round in and around Acadia. � time for solitude and escape the endless a July event cultivating new Friends. Our smartphone alerts and notifications. daughter and niece were FOA interns. Our With Gratitude, This time of year, I reside in Connecticut son volunteered to help rebuild the Lower with my husband Jim, daughter Millicent, Hadlock Pond trail. and son Will. Being outdoors has always I covet getting the FOA Journal and can been important to me. I am a Master vividly recall spotting the Journal on the —Anne B. Green Gardener and I am a member of two garden table while chatting with my dad. It was clubs. stacked on top of his magazine piles. I was captivated by the cover photo and the photographs, and by feature stories on

Friends of Acadia Journal Winter 2017 31 Special Person

Junior Ranger Finishes Final Quest By Paige Steele

eam Moose and Goose, one of Friends Teahouse Ruins, Great Head of Acadia’s most loyal Acadia Quest This was a pretty cool find and a really nice Tteams, is composed of mom Laura hike. Mathews and son Neil of Torrington, CT. Laura has visited Acadia for 20 years and Sundew Trail began sharing her love of the area with her Goose nicknamed Schoodic Point last son, Neil, right after he was born eleven year as “Lightning Cove,” because there is years ago. already a Thunder Hole on Mount Desert The first year they quested, in 2014, Team Island. We stopped at the little side trails, Moose and Goose discovered how much fun too, and enjoyed the benches. it is to participate. Goose experienced his first sunset on Cadillac Mountain, which his mom Valley Trail said he described as “simply breathtaking!” We had been up here last year but took a For the duo’s second year, they explored different trail to the top. We really liked this Acadia through their five senses. That way up to the fire tower, and of course took included touching meadow grass along a ton of photos. the Jesup Path (which they thought was awesome) and smelling horses as they “I thank you for putting this on every Laura Mathews walked by on a carriage road. Acadia Quest team member Neil Mathews, aka year. Because of this my son got to see some During the Acadia Centennial year, the “Goose,” on the summit of Day Mountain in Acadia beautiful wonders of nature in his little piece National Park. team had a great time pretending to be of heaven on earth.” “Rusticators.” They ate a picnic lunch on Bar my son Neil (aka Goose) passed away in his Thanks again, Island while gazing across the harbor at some sleep due to a seizure related incident. Laura aka Moose of the original summer “cottages.” They were “Neil absolutely loved MDI and all things delighted to find the hidden gem of George B. Acadia. I was on the fence about even I have watched Goose grow in pictures Dorr’s old saltwater pool at Compass Harbor. submitting this, but Goose would want me over the past four summers and it breaks At one point in their quest, Moose and to finish the quest. Here is what we did: my heart that Neil is gone. Laura and Neil’s Goose were having so much fun at the love for Acadia poignantly reminds me Nature Center at Sieur de Monts that they Ship Harbor Trail of how thankful I am to the Acadia Quest almost forgot to take a photo to document He thought this was so beautiful, especially teams, park and FOA staff, volunteers, their activity. Goose even became a the cove part where the water just shimmered and donors for making programs such as Centennial Junior Ranger in 2016. and it was calm. Acadia Quest possible. As our lives change Sadly, this year’s Pathmakers’ Edition was over time, having Acadia act as a sentinel the team’s final Acadia Quest. Asticou Path of steadiness, to keep safe our precious Laura submitted the team’s documentation We also visited both gardens along with memories, is truly a gift. The experience with the following note: “Hi Paige, my son seeing the Map House, which was pretty of Team Moose and Goose is a powerful and I have been doing these quests for years cool. message about protecting and sharing our and always looked forward to our list. I am love of Acadia. We are so very grateful that so glad we took the time to do the whole Hadlock Brook Trail our work mattered to Laura and Neil, aka quest this year, because unfortunately it will This was his favorite hike of all time. He Team Moose and Goose. � be our last. couldn’t get over the beauty of it all. He “The day after we got home from the best decided we should continue to Sargent PAIGE STEELE is Friends of Acadia’s Con- vacation we ever had, in our favorite place, summit and really take it all in. servation Projects Manager.

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