by Tami Burke | Jun 26, 2024 | Impact Stories, Pine Cone
“He was comfortable being there.” That’s all it took for Luka’s big sister, Ilyana, to know Pine Tree Camp was going to be a special place. Luka is five years old and this is his first summer at Camp Pine Cone. “Back in 2021, Luka was diagnosed with...
by Tami Burke | Jun 25, 2024 | Dirigo Experience, Pine Tree Camp, Sign Language Interpreting
The Portland Sea Dogs first ever Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness night was a truly moving experience for us all. It was an honor to be a part of this special event. The Sea Dogs wore specially designed jerseys that replaced the traditional Sea Dogs script with...
by Tami Burke | Feb 26, 2024 | Leadership in Training, Pine Tree Camp
“I feel good when I help kids with disabilities that have trouble expressing themselves.” That’s what Pine Tree Camp Leadership in Training participant, Sarah, said about her experience. Now 25 years old, Sarah graduated from high school during the pandemic. “The...
by Tami Burke | Aug 25, 2023 | Dirigo Experience, Pine Tree Camp, Sign Language Interpreting
“It’s like being with family.” “I feel truly seen.” That’s how one camper describes their participation with Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience. This unique week-long overnight camp for Maine’s Deaf and hard of hearing...
by pinetreeso | Mar 29, 2023 | Leadership in Training, Pine Tree Camp, Uncategorized
Pine Tree Camp’s new Leadership in Training (LIT) program is the only one of its kind in Maine. LIT provides motivated high school students of all abilities hands-on experience working at camp through a structured program designed to help them explore and prepare for...
by pinetreeso | Jan 11, 2023 | Dirigo Experience, News, Pine Tree Camp, Sign Language Interpreting
Pine Tree Camp’s innovative new Dirigo Experience program has received a $20,000 grant from the Evelyn S. and K.E. Barrett Foundation. The Barrett Foundation funds organizations that benefit children in need, which makes the Dirigo Experience a perfect fit. “This...
