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
Trail Conditions, Jan. 19th, 2024
Current Conditions: Updated Friday, January 19th, 2024 Comments: We are fully open for Nordic skiing! It took a while, but all of our trails have good snow and everything has been groomed. There are a few wet spots in the woods but overall...
2024 Elementary Nordic Program
Once again this winter, in conjunction with the MSAD52 Adult Ed and with the Leavitt Nordic community, we are excited to have the elementary Nordic ski program at the Maine Outdoor Wellness Center again this season. Do you have a child interested in Nordic skiing?...
November Trail Work Day
An important trail work day before the snow falls! Join us for our final trail work day before winter on Sunday, November 26th at 12:30pm. A community trail work day at the MOWC. We will be doing trail maintenance to get ready for the winter. Projects include drainage...