FOHM thanks everyone who donated to this effort so far - the response has been immediate and generous. It is important to note that fundraising must continue in earnest, as all debt accrued, totaling close to $300,000, must be paid off as soon as possible. Once the debt is cleared, FOHM will deed the property to their fiscal sponsor, Midcoast Conservancy, to protect public access and preserve the natural environment in perpetuity.

Upcoming free events are planned for the public through the spring and summer. This includes a self-guided four season StoryWalk tour on the 1.1 trail to the Haystack Mountain summit, volunteers assisting in brush and low growth management on the mountain (June 17th) , a community launch of a new Lake St George Brewery beer in Liberty called “Haystack Mountain” with four local bands joining the celebration (June 24th), and DarkSky Maine astronomers leading an evening hike to the summit to view the night sky (September 6th ), nature walks and a writing workshop.