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Room to Grow
Big news from Auburn! Our Early Learning Center has doubled the size of its Occupational Therapy classroom to ensure every child has the room they need to thrive. With this expanded space and an amazing team of therapists, we are accepting referrals for summer and fall. Read more about the transformation and meet the therapists, Kristin and Jess, on the blog. Read here.
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.
Big News: Maine Marathon
We are thrilled to announce the Maine Marathon has named Pine Tree Society as a 2026 event beneficiary. This recognition comes at a truly special time as we celebrate our 90 year milestone. This generous $20,000 donation will directly support our work. Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 4th, and join us at the finish line!
Last Call for Artists
You have until Friday, May 29 to submit artwork for your chance to be featured on our 2026 Holiday Cards. We want to see the spirit of Maine through your eyes—from snowy family farms to coastal lighthouses. Whether you’re an artist or photographer, we invite you to share your unique interpretation of the holiday season.
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Camp Changed Everything for Dawn Willard-Robinson
During college, little did Dawn Willard-Robinson know that her first summer as a counselor at Pine Tree Camp would lead to a life-long career and a new family — both with Pine Tree Camp at the heart. “Pine Tree Camp literally changed everything for me,” From meeting...
80 Years After: John Conner — The Man Behind Our Logo
Meet the Man Behind Our Logo When Pine Tree Camper, John W. Conner, passed away in 2017 at the age of 86, there were two really important things in his life that his family wanted to pay tribute to: the Shriners Hospitals for Children and Pine Tree Camp. “A lot of...
Bowling community strikes the perfect balance
For the past few seasons, bowlers from Pine Tree Society’s Community Support Program in Scarborough have found their way into the hearts of their fellow bowlers in the community league at Spare Time. “The boys grew on me and I grew on the boys,” said Meegan Diconzo....
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Developing skills for healthy, socially connected lives
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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...