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MILLINOCKET — Anyone who has ever wanted to own a piece of Baxter State Park history can now, as the Friends of Baxter State Park auctions off retired Baxter State Park signs as a fundraiser.
Friends of Baxter State Park is a nonprofit organization that helps to support and preserve the 209,644-acre park.
This year’s auction includes 20 signs from favorite hikes like South Turner, Mount OJI, the Marston Trail and Little Abol Falls. Several iconic fishing spots are represented, including Russell Pond and Slaughter Pond.
“We know that many people feel a really strong connection to the park and would love to have something at home to help them remember their favorite places,” said Aaron Megquier, executive director of Friends of Baxter State Park. “For someone who hiked a trail with a friend or loved one or has been visiting a favorite fishing spot for decades, to be able to own a sign from that place is pretty special.”
Friends of Baxter State Park will donate half of the auction proceeds directly to Baxter State Park, and the remaining proceeds will go to support Friends programs. Bidding closes on Dec. 4 at midnight. The auction is online and may be accessed at www.32auctions.com/fbsp2019.
PHOTO: A vintage sign from the Russell Pond Trail is one of the signs included inthe third-annual Friends of Baxter State Park sign auction. (Aaron Megquier photo)
