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Friends of Wilson Ponds is a Maine land trust. We exist to protect and conserve Upper and Lower Wilson Ponds and their surrounding areas for the benefit of residents and visitors.
$10,000 Grant Awarded!
2026 Courtesy Boat Inspections
Friends of Wilson Ponds (FOWPA) is excited to announce the receipt of a $10,000 cost-share grant from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. The grant will support our Courtesy Boat Inspection (CBI) and Education Program to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species for the 2026 summer season.
We'll be offering boat inspections and education at rotating sites during peak boating hours, including the Indian Hill Trading Post lot and boat launches at Greenville Junction, Lower Wilson Pond, and Lily Bay State Park.
A very special thank you to Craig Watt for graciously allowing us to use the Indian Hill lot. This high-traffic location will give us the opportunity to reach boaters as they arrive in Greenville.
The CBI Program is Maine's first line of defense against invasive aquatic plants, which most commonly spread between lakes on boats, trailers, and equipment. This grant allows us to expand that vital work.
Grant funds will also support part-time seasonal Inspector positions — join the team! We are grateful for the ongoing support of the community and welcome you to participate as a Volunteer Courtesy Boat Inspector or make a donation to support the program.
2026 ICE OUT Winners!
Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!
Ice out was declared April 28,2026 at 1:15-1:30.
First Place: Melissa T. will be awarded a Moosehead Lake Cruise aboard the historic Katahdin for two plus a $25 voucher for the galley aboard the ship.
Second place: Norm L. wins a $50 Gift Certificate to Indian Hill Trading Post and a copy of the book "Loving the North Woods" by Karin Tilberg.
Third Place: Hilary W. wins a Friends of Wilson Ponds baseball hat and T-shirt of your choosing.
Thank you all for participating! We raised $485 for the Frank C. McIver Scholarship program and the Courtesy Boat Inspection program.