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Lights, camera, history!
Filming has officially begun on a new documentary celebrating Pine Tree Society’s first 90 years. This incredible anniversary milestone is the perfect time to share the stories of the families, clients and dedicated Maine people who have shaped our legacy. We can’t wait to share this journey with you! Stay tuned for updates.
Board Spotlight: Meet Doug
We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on Doug DiPasquale, who joined Pine Tree Society’s Board of Directors in October 2025. As a parent of a long-time Pine Tree Camper, he knows firsthand how our programs build growth, confidence and community. Check out this conversation with Doug to learn why he’s so passionate about our mission.
Big goals require big hearts
We’re on a mission to raise $90,000 to match our Board’s incredibly generous challenge. Your contribution is doubled instantly to provide essential services for Maine people with disabilities. There’s no better time to increase your impact. Your donation will be matched dollar for dollar up to $90,000. Let’s hit this goal together! Thank you for your support.
Meet New Friends
It’s almost summer…and Pine Tree Camp is calling… Apply today for the summer of a lifetime. Join us for week-long day or overnight sessions filled with friendship, swimming, s’mores and more! Don’t delay and apply today. Did you know you can register for more than one week of Camp Pine Cone day camp? Full tuition assistance is available.
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In her own words: Liz Seal on the Dirigo Experience
In her own words: A conversation with Liz Seal about Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience For Liz Seal and her four children, Pine Tree Camp’s Dirigo Experience is more than just a summer camp. It’s a way of life. “This camp is family for us, and it always will be,” she...
Then & Now – Whitney Hynes
Celebrating 80 Years of Pine Tree Camp: Then & Now - Whitney Hynes Whitney is 43 years old and has been coming to Pine Tree Camp since he was nine. “It’s what he focuses on all year long,” his mother, Diane, said. “His whole world is Pine Tree Camp.” He shares his...
Camp through the camera’s lens
80 Years After: Pine Tree Camp through Gareth Robinson’s lens Not only did Gareth grow up at camp, he never left. At 28 years old, he’s never missed a summer and, as the son of Pine Tree Camp Director, Dawn Willard-Robinson, for him, Pine Tree Camp is much more than a...
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Our Impact
Communication Pathways
Providing a full range of Speech/Language and Assistive Technology services for children and adults
Community Support
Developing skills for healthy, socially connected lives
Case Management
Providing support, resources and individualized solutions
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Impact Stories
Kaylie and Teagan: Friends for life
communication and lifelong friendship Kaylie and Teagan have been friends since elementary school. As recent graduates, they are able to stay in the transition program at their school until they...
Meet Liam: He’s a Pine Tree Camp kid for life
“There’s so much to enjoy at Pine Tree Camp and Liam just loved it.” That’s how his mother, Maryann, describes his experience. Liam came to Camp Pine Cone for the first time and had such a good...
Pine Tree Society provides students hands-on experience with assistive technology
This summer, Linda Bonnar welcomed Speech-Language Pathology students from the University of Vermont (UVM) and Emerson College to Pine Tree Camp to experience firsthand as campers and their...