The Spring 2026 tennis season has begun with three wins for the Camden Hills Boys Tennis Team:

The team defeated Brunswick 3-2 on May 4.

THOMASTON — Georges River Land Trust (GRLT) formally announced the opening of its new Rockland Bog Preserve trailhead on Beechwood Street in Thomaston.

"From this trailhead, users can access over seven miles of trails, creating great opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, birding, and more," said GRLT, in a news release.

Join the land trust, Thursday, May 21, at 5 p.m., for a celebration and exploration of the new trails at the Rockland Bog Preserve.…

APPLETON — Registration for Pen Bay Soccer Club’s fall 2026 season is now open. The U.S. Youth Soccer Association/Soccer Maine league is for players in the Midcoast from Knox, Waldo, and Lincoln counties who wish to travel within the state each weekend for games against other Maine club teams. Games are held on Sundays during the fall season.

The Washington Grunge, in partnership with Georges River Land Trust, will host Welcoming Walkabouts, outdoor meetups for LGBTQIA+ community members at various trails throughout the Midcoast this summer. Treks include a short hike with time to foster connections with each other and with nature.

The first Welcoming Walkabout will take place at Gibson Preserve in Searsmont on Saturday, May 23, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. LGBTQIA+ community members, along with their allies, are invited to explore the preserve…

Nature Trail Work Party is being organized for trail improvements to the connector trail between Lincolnville Central School and the library, as well as invasive plant and trash removal. The event takes place Saturday, May 16 with shifts scheduled for 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 - 4 p.m.

On Wednesday, May 13, at 1 p.m., the Rockport Public Library will host the third program in its Spring Horticulture Series in partnership with Merryspring Nature Center. John Fromer, Merryspring’s Program Director, will introduce the audience to a new digital tool that can dynamically enhance learning opportunities while at the 66-acre preserve, according to a Library news release.

THOMASTON — Join Georges River Land Trust and Maine Coast Heritage Trust for a birdwatching walk during spring migration at the Rockland Bog Preserve.

According to a GRLT news release, Maine's coast and forests are sometimes called a "baby bird factory," providing crucial breeding habitat for over 90 migratory bird species. In May, numerous species of warblers, flycatchers, and raptors return to Maine from their wintering locations.

American Legion Post 30 will join the Five Town Little League (FTLL) community on May 2, at 11 a.m., to dedicate the baseball season to the memory of Specialist 4 Jerald “Jerry” W. Carr. In a ceremony held at the FTLL fields, members of Post 30 will raise the American flag to honor Carr’s legacy of military service and his lifelong commitment to the Midcoast community.

Eleven inductees of the The Maine Sports Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 are being honored, including two athletes from the Midcoast region. Carroll LaHaye and Christina Strong are among the distinguished group of athletes, coaches, and contributors whose achievements have left a lasting impact on sports in Maine and beyond, according to Maine Sports Hall of Fame, in a news release. The ceremony will take place…

The Museum of Maritime Pets will host its third annual Mini-Golf Charity Benefit on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Golfer’s Crossing, 7 Country Way, Rockport.

This event will support the museum’s innovative outreach programs and provide an affordable and family-friendly way to support the fee-free admission policy.

The Maine Mini Golf Tour, a genial competitive league, will lead off the event with a two-round tournament starting at 9:30 a.m. for $30.

Five Town Little League (FTLL) is deepening its partnership with Camden Hills Regional High School through a combined $1,500 contribution supporting both baseball and softball programs, reinforcing a growing collaboration that benefits student-athletes across multiple age groups, according to an April 13 news release from FTLL.

"Spring is an amazing time in the amphibian world – now is the time when frogs and salamanders are migrating from their wintertime woodland hideouts to vernal pools," said Georges River Land Trust, in a news release.

Join GRLT for a vernal pool program at the Rockland Bog on Sunday, May 3, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Vernal pools are special, ephemeral bodies of water where frogs, salamanders, and insects breed.

"On this guided exploration, participants will learn about these…

LAMOINE — Lace up your running shoes to help local Realtors raise funds for area housing charities.

The Acadia Council of the Mid-Coast Board of REALTORS 5K for Affordable Housing will be held Saturday, May 2, at 9 a.m., at Marlboro Beach, in Lamoine. Machias Savings Bank is this year’s presenting sponsor.

Registration is $25 per person. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to take part. The first 75 people to register will receive a commemorative event T-shirt.

THOMASTON — Join Georges River Land Trust and the Maine Forest Service for a woodland walk looking for signs of spring and practicing mindfulness, Friday, April 24, from 4:30 - 6 p.m., at the Rockland Bog Preserve in Thomaston.

"This walk is a great way to explore Georges River Land Trust’s new Beechwood Street trailhead to the Rockland Bog, the largest peatland complex in midcoast Maine," said GRLT, in a news release.

Join Georges River Land Trust for a guided group hike along the trails of the Appleton Preserve on Saturday, April 18. Hikers should meet at the trailhead at 10 a.m. The hike will cover about 2.5 miles of trails, with portions of uneven ground. Planning for wet and muddy conditions by wearing boots may be helpful, according to GRLT, in a news release.

The Rockland Harbor Trail Committee invites everyone to join them on Thursday, April 9, for their next Discover the Trail adventure. Led by local birder Kate Doiron, the committee will host a bird walk. The Discover the Trail adventure, in partnership with the Friends of the Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge, will take place from 8:30 to 10 a.m.

FITCHBURG, MASSACHUSETTS — Two Lincolnville boys have each claimed a championship, and each earned ranked status in the sport of wrestling, after competing in the Maine All-State/New England Qualifier, according to a media release March 17. 

Leland Fields and Benjamin Laite, who both attend Lincolnville Central School, wrestle exclusively for Mid-Coast Wrestling Club, which is a feeder program from Camden HIlls.