A Leader in Youth Development
Trekkers cultivates the inherent strengths of young people through the power of long-term mentoring relationships. Our best practices and principles have become a model of exemplary programming in the field of youth development.
Programming
Youth mentoring that utilizes outdoor, experiential, and travel-based education to strengthen resiliency, raise aspirations, and connect young people to their communities.
Training
Trekkers Training Institute provides training, coaching, and professional development opportunities based on our principles and practices.
Campus Redevelopment Project
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Why Is Trekkers Important?
Since 1994, Trekkers has supported hundreds of young people in Midcoast Maine through long-term, caring mentoring relationships. Students consistently report statistically significant growth in areas of resilience, relationships with others, learning and school engagement measures.
STUDENT STORIES
See Gillian’s Story
Jesse Ellis
Jesse Ellis, Class of 2008 After graduating from Trekkers in 2008, Jesse got her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Elmira College in upstate New York in 2012. During her time at Elmira College, she worked for many offices on campus,...
See Myla’s Story
Trekkers has taught me how to be a team player
“Trekkers has taught me how to be a team player as well as independent and how to help communities. It really showed me a lot about how to love people and how to spread kindness throughout my environment and surroundings. I love how Trekkers brings people of all...
See Ashley’s Story
Alec Young
Alec Young, Class of 2010 Alec Young (pictured on left) with fellow Georges Valley classmate from 2010, Nick Smith, after induction into the Senior Skull Honor Society.After graduating from Georges Valley High School in 2010, Alec attending the...
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We are tremendously grateful for the generosity of the many individuals, businesses, charitable organizations, foundations, and local communities who make our work possible.
Our History & Our Future
Our history spans over 30 years of programs that are proven to help students build resilience, create community, and develop aspirations for their future. Learn more about our history and with the success of our recent capital campaign, our plans for the future of Trekkers.
NEWS
Trekkers Launches Sliding Scale Fee Structure to Increase Access and Equity for Local Youth
Photo Caption: Team Katmai on their 10th Grade Cross America Expedition, August 2025. Arches National Park, Utah. Trekkers, a nonprofit youth mentoring organization serving Midcoast Maine, is proud to announce a new sliding scale fee structure for families...
Liam’s Story: Giving Back Means More Than Gear
Photo above: Team Squaliform, Rites of Passage, February 2025. Liam pictured far right. At Trekkers, we often talk about the power of community and the impact of long-term relationships. But every so often, a moment comes along that reminds us just how deeply those...
Trekkers Welcomes Four New Members to Board of Directors, Including Two Students
ROCKLAND, ME – Trekkers, a Rockland-based nonprofit youth mentoring organization, is proud to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors. This year’s additions include two professionals and two student representatives, reflecting Trekkers’...
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AmeriCorps Serving Here
Through the AmeriCorps Aspiration Program, Trekkers engages two AmeriCorps members each year to act as group leaders and mentors for youth in Knox County. Working closely with Trekkers’ staff, AmeriCorps members support core programming and expeditions. AmeriCorps is administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service, a federal agency that engages millions of Americans in service through its AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs and leads the nation’s volunteering and service efforts. For more information visit: www.NationalService.gov