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My Heart Goes Out to You

I am writing today in the wake of the Hamas atrocities in Israel, and the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. For those of you in our community with connections to the people in the region, my heart goes out to you. This is a time of great sorrow for so many. People I love …

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Reflections on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

Greg Shute, Director of Northwoods and Coastal Properties, and Jen Adams, Director of Outdoor Programs, share their reflections on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Tim Ellis and the Legacy of Maine Reach

Alumni & Friends, Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

A personal reflection by Rebecca Marvil.

Join us in Wishing Tim Ellis a Happy Birthday!

Alumni & Friends, Board and Trustees, Foundation, Staff News / By Alexis Grillo

From 1970 through 1991, Chewonki experienced a profound transformation, and in honor of his 86th birthday on October 1, we are honoring the man who steered these monumental changes: Chewonki’s First President, Harwood “Tim” Ellis Jr., by publishing guest-written blogs about Tim over the next few weeks.

He Ignited a New Chewonki Era

Alumni & Friends, Board and Trustees, Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

Tim Ellis’ lifelong connection to Chewonki began in 1937. He arrived in a bassinet when his father, Harwood “Hardy” Ellis, Assistant Head at the Rivers School, was recruited by Chewonki founder Clarence Allen as head counselor. Tim spent every childhood summer at Chewonki, eventually becoming a counselor. After college, he ventured abroad and met his wife, Margaret Ellis, while teaching in Switzerland in the early 1960s.

Local Students Take to the Woods and Waters Thanks to the Maine Outdoor Learning Initiative

Foundation / By Cullen McGough

WISCASSET, ME – 8/28/2023 – With grant-funded support from Governor Mill’s Outdoor Learning Initiative, high school students from sixteen Maine towns recently returned from extensive expeditions into Maine’s forests and along the rugged coastline. These journeys, spanning three weeks, centered on ecology, sustainability, and introducing students to the unique career and study opportunities found in …

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Summer Update from Acting President Nancy Kennedy

Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

Have you met Acting President Nancy Kennedy yet? Nancy joined our staff eight years ago and has served as the Director of Girls Camp, Director of Camp Chewonki, and Executive Vice President before stepping into her current role.

Canoes Flash! We’re Paddling (and Hiking) Across Maine

Camp Chewonki, Camp Chewonki for Boys, Camp Chewonki for Girls, Camp Chewonki Leadership Expeditions, Foundation / By Alexis Grillo

We’ve embarked on an exhilarating journey across Maine’s coastlines, lakes, rivers, mountain peaks, and backcountry forests – forging unforgettable memories along the way. And lucky for us, our fantastic trip leaders are sending back regular photo updates. Enjoy the latest images fresh off the trail!

The Search is On!

Leave a Comment / From the Head of School, Semester News / By Cullen McGough

We are excited to announce the start of our search for the next director of Maine Coast Semester! We are seeking a person with a deep commitment to place-based education, a joyful spirit of collaboration, and a strong desire to join our mission to “inspire transformative growth, teach appreciation and stewardship of the natural world, …

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Session 1 Update!

Camp Chewonki / By Cullen McGough

Summer of ’23 and I Gotta be me! Hooray for the start of summer! We were so glad to have everyone arrive at Chewonki on Sunday. It’s always a mad rush of parents, campers, staff, (and garlic scapes?!?!) on opening day, but it was a great day and we want to thank all the parents …

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