If you stepped off the ferry onto Peaks Island this summer, chances are you were greeted by something unexpected—and unforgettable.   Perched on the hill above the dock stood Abbott, a 13-year-old islander, beside a customized wagon and one (or two… or three) of his beloved chickens: Strawberry, Raspberry, and Blackberry. For the second summer

If you’ve spent any amount of time around Maine Adaptive, you’ve likely heard the laughter of Alex Pierce long before you see her. Alex skis the way she approaches life, full of sound effects, joy, and a contagious “Woohoo!” that echoes down the slopes at Sunday River. And beside her, always, is her mom, Rachael.

As the days in Maine grow shorter and the first real snow of the season begins to fall outside, our appreciation for the supporters and partners who make Maine Adaptive’s mission possible only grows stronger. Across the state, ski resorts are opening, mountains are filling with fresh snow, and our community is buzzing with anticipation

As we gather with friends and family this Thanksgiving and look toward the holiday season, all of us at Maine Adaptive find ourselves reflecting on a year filled with memories, milestones, and moments that remind us why this community is so special. In 2024, 459 students discovered, or rediscovered, the joy of moving through the