Welcome to the MOWC
For All of Turner & Surrounding Communities
In loving memory of Roy Frances Varney
Trail Maps & Distances
Roy the Boy
Donate
Roy’s Senior send-off Message
Volunteers & Contributors
Dollars Raised in 2025
About Us
Who we are
We are a grouping of friends, family and community volunteers who work together to manage and maintain the site and surrounding trails!
Mission
Our mission is simple: To preserve the memory of Roy Varney by providing opportunities to access the outdoors for all Turner and surrounding residents of central Maine and New England
Diversified Farming
Roy wanted to create a space at the North Farm where he could train for Biathlons year-round. Being able to utilize active farm land as outdoor recreational space allows us to actualize a part of his goal
Goals for 2025 & Beyond
1) Biathlon Range
2) Canoe / Kayak Access
3) Building Development
Things to Do:
We are in a constant process of updating and improving our facilities, as such, some of the listed activities may not be available during your visit! Thank you for understanding.
– Hike, Bike & Explore
– Picnic, Paint & Craft
– Kayak & Canoe (BYO! Launch area under development)
– Tenting / Camping (Email for access!)
– Rent space for a gathering, class or retreat
– Ski & Snowshoe (We have free equipment!)
– Fish & Hunt (Season dependent – Call 207-225-3231 for access and permission)
NEWS & UPDATES
3/1 Trail Conditions
Current Conditions: Updated Sunday, March 1, 2026 Comments: Most trails were freshly groomed this morning with a fresh track set! It is colder today so the snow is fast but beautiful! Enjoy the nice March skiing! FYI: the parking lot is a bit icy so use extra...
2/22 Trail Conditions
Current Conditions: Updated Sunday, February 22, 2026 Comments: The skiing is real nice right now! With about 5 inches of fresh snow from Saturday, conditions are superb! All trails were groomed today with a fresh track set for some nice classical skiing. Enjoy the...
2026 Roy Varney Hornet Classic Race Success
The 2026 Roy Varney Hornet Classic was held on Saturday, January 11th at the Maine Outdoor Wellness Center in Turner. It was held at the venue that Roy dreamed of. It was a 5K Classical race with two laps on the MOWC race course. There were 81 girl competitors, 21...