Hut Happenings – The MH&T Blog

Volunteers are the heart of our nonprofit organization. Their tireless efforts are a key component to our success. We are thrilled to highlight two of our longtime volunteers, Karen Wilcox and Jon LaRochelle. They have been integral to our organization as we navigated through COVID and our updated business model since. The interview highlights not […]

Let’s meet some of our winter hut crew! This year’s team comes from all over the country—and even beyond—bringing together a wonderfully diverse mix of backgrounds, experiences, and personalities. We’re thrilled to welcome such a fun, enthusiastic bunch who share a love for the huts and the winter season. Be sure to say hi and […]

On January 3rd, we kicked off the new year with our first free guided snowshoe trip up to Stratton Brook Hut. Despite the cold winter temperatures, the day greeted the thirteen attendees with clear skies and brilliant sunshine. Trail conditions were firm and packed, making for excellent travel on Oak Knoll and Newton’s Revenge Trails. […]

Our winter season kicked off on Saturday, December 27th with the opening of our Stratton Brook, Poplar Stream and Flagstaff Lake Huts. Conditions were perfect for snowshoeing and skiing to the huts, and we were thrilled to welcome day visitors and our first guests. For those looking to stay longer, overnight visits provide a unique […]

Christmas came early this year for Poplar Stream Hut! The hut was outfitted with three brand new restaurant-grade refrigerators and freezers. These new appliances will be more energy efficient than their predecessors and will provide our hut staff with an improved kitchen setup. A generous donor stepped forward with a dollar-for-dollar match to help cover […]

Our wildly popular Free Guided Winter Programs are back for another season! The session will run January 3rd until March 21st, and will happen a couple times per month. Ski, snowshoe, and fat bike on the Maine Hut Trail network with other outdoor-minded individuals. See Our Programs Snowshoe with us! We are offering three snowshoe […]

Stratton Brook Hut has successfully replaced storm-damaged solar panels. In 2024, we secured a grant through the Business Recovery and Resilience Fund. The updated rooftop solar array is designed to improve energy efficiency while reducing long-term operating costs. Extra energy generated by the array will go back into the electrical system. The project was completed […]

Sponsorships Make Hut Visits Possible for Local Schools Maine Huts & Trails is pleased to announce our local business partners who helped sponsor school trips during the fall. Based out of Kingfield, Maine Huts & Trails (MH&T) is a nonprofit organization operating four backcountry lodges and a 50 mile non-motorized trail network between Carrabassett Valley […]

Whether you are thinking about booking a winter hut trip, or have already secured your spot, this guide will give you information about an overnight hut stay. Our free trails are maintained and funded by revenue from our winter overnights, so thank you for helping keep the backcountry accessible. To the Hut! Before you leave […]

What a weekend at Stratton Brook Hut! Stunning fall colors, live music from Vermont’s Landline, and a scrumptious dinner by chef Spencer Lee made it unforgettable. After enjoying a hike in from the Stratton Brook Trailhead, guests were welcomed by an array of charcuterie boards, fresh apple cider and other local provisions.   After the […]