Monthly Archives: August 2015

Orono Land Trust earns national accreditation

The Orono Land Trust was awarded land trust accreditation from the national Land Trust Alliance earlier this month, according to a recent press release. This accreditation is a mark of distinction in land conservation, indicating to the public that OLT meets national standards for excellence, upholds the public trust and ensures that conservation efforts are […]

1-minute hike: Hollingsworth Trail in Steuben

Difficulty: Easy-moderate. The 1.8-mile hike travels over a variety of surfaces, including grass, exposed bedrock and forest floor. A number of narrow bog bridges, exposed tree roots and rocks make footing tricky in some areas. How to get there: From Route 1 in Steuben, take Pigeon Hill Road (a right turn if coming from Ellsworth or left […]