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Register for Summer Camp
There’s no better time than now to register for children’s week-long overnight and day sessions at Pine Tree Camp. Get a jump on your summer plans and secure your spot by submitting your application today. Did you know you can apply for more than one week of our day sessions for young campers? Check out the calendar and apply today.
May 16 Open House
Mark your calendar for our Pine Tree Camp Open House on Saturday, May 16 from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Tours will be offered throughout the day and families will have the chance to check out cabins, see the dining hall, explore campus, try some of our fully accessible activities and meet the team.
Paddle for Pine Tree Camp
Think spring! The 30th annual Bath Savings Paddle for Pine Tree Camp returns Saturday, June 6 in Solon and Sunday, June 7 in Brunswick. For three decades, this event has united paddlers with a singular goal: to raise essential funds for Maine children and adults with disabilities to experience the freedom and independence of Pine Tree Camp.
Holiday Card Competition Open to Artists and Photographers
In celebration of our 90th anniversary, we’re officially inviting artists and – for the first time in the contest’s history – photographers to submit Maine-themed artwork for our 2026 holiday card fundraiser. Showcase your talent and give back to Maine people with disabilities at the same time! Submissions must be received by Friday, May 29.
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Learning starts early at our specialized preschool
Today, when Oliver walks into the Early Learning Center, he feels at home with his teachers and classmates and is ready to have fun and try new things with friends. That wasn’t always the case. Two years ago when he first stepped through the door, he would hide from...
Pine Tree Camp is Life Changing
Pine Tree Camp is nothing short of life changing for Betsey and her son, Cal. “Every time we’ve been to Pine Tree Camp, something miraculous happens for us. It’s a really big part of our life. We expect miracles every time we go.” Cal has significant dietary and...
From counselors to lifelong supporters
From counselors to lifelong supporters In 1978, Bonnie Beaulieu sat down at her typewriter to fill out a summer job application for Pine Tree Camp. It was her junior year at Bates College and she was ready to experience something new. “My parents supported Pine Tree...
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Providing a full range of Speech/Language and Assistive Technology services for children and adults
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Developing skills for healthy, socially connected lives
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Providing support, resources and individualized solutions
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Impact Stories
Back to School: Don’t go it alone. Pine Tree Society’s case managers can help.
Back to school is a major transition for all families with school-age children. For parents of children with special needs, good planning and consistent support can help make the transition run...
I always want him to be able to try something new
Longtime Pine Tree camper, Scotty, is living life to the fullest. “If you ask Scotty ‘Who’s famous?’ he taps his chest,” said his mother, Lisa. Scotty is the real person behind the new book “A Dog...
Flutie 5K at Pine Tree Camp propels runner with autism to inspire others
In March 2023, longtime Pine Tree Camper, Shane, was among nearly 25,000 runners who took to the streets for the New York City Half Marathon. He had one goal in mind: To show other athletes with...