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Our Board

Maine Huts & Trails has one of the proudest rosters of board volunteers in any list of Maine’s non-profit backcountry, recreation, or tourism experiences. The visionaries who inspired and built Maine Huts & Trails were among Maine’s most accomplished conservation and recreation leaders who believed in leaving a legacy of partnerships and opportunities that foster access to Maine’s backcountry.

Our board today is committed to continuing that legacy. We believe we can lead in creating backcountry experiences for all in one of the most beautiful, enjoyable, and ecologically important landscapes anywhere. We believe that MH&T’s trails and huts are uniquely inviting spaces to welcome a diverse and inclusive community of individuals, youth and community groups, from Maine and beyond, to enjoy the restorative power of time spent in the natural environment.

We welcome inquiries from anyone interested in helping us achieve our mission in a board role. Take your love for our organization to the next level!

Not quite ready to join at a board level? We welcome you to join our efforts in essential projects with outcomes at a volunteer subcommittee level.

Are you passionate about Maine Huts & Trails and interested in joining our Board or committees? Email [email protected].

Board Members

Fred Prescott — Chair

Former President & Chief Executive Officer at Thomas Moser Cabinet Maker

Ben Harding — Vice Chair

Co-Founder, Harding Financial & Insurance - Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)

Liz McGlinn, CPA — Treasurer

Assistant Vice President & Controller, Colby College

Dan Walker — Secretary

Partner, Chair of Government Affairs Group, Preti Flaherty

Bob Peixotto — Chair Emeritus

Retired, COO, L.L. Bean, Inc.

Ron Bear

Penobscot Tribal Council Member & Tribal Land Manager

Emily Carville

Former Director roles in Marketing and Digital Strategy at L.L. Bean, Inc.

Calen Colby

Co-Founder and Co-Owner - Colby Company Engineering

Rob Holmes

Founder and Chief Story Teller, GLP Films – Makers of World-wide Outdoor Travel Films for National Geographic

Stacie Johnston

Retired, Human Resources Manager, L.L. Bean, Inc.

Pete Mason

Senior Project Manager, General Dynamics Information Technology
Patrick McGrady

Patrick McGrady

Videographer/Photographer for Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Susie Peixotto

LCSW and Community Volunteer, Yarmouth, ME.
Patricia Rosi

Patricia Rosi

Director of Opus Consulting

Avery Schmeisser

Strategic Advisor Brand, Strategy & Operations, CAS Consulting
Emily Smith

Emily Smith

Realtor, Keller Williams Realty. Mentor and volunteer, The Family Restored & Maine Association for New Mainers.

Jon Spelke

Medical Director of the Androscoggin Animal Hospital

Nina Weyl

Development and Planning Manager, Hebert Development
Charlie Zachau

Charlie Zachau

Director of Special Projects at Zachau Construction