We’re on a mission to guide people off the grid and into their hearts
What is Hearty Roots?
We are an outdoor-based community wellness program that knows meaningful connection to nature, self, and community helps people thrive.
Our Vision
We envision a world where the inextricable link between wellness and wildness is reinforced.
Our Values
Digging Deep: Understanding who we are and what we need
Discovering Grit: Embracing the uncomfortable and unveiling the inner shine
Cultivating Connection: Leading with a grateful heart and open mind
Our Beliefs
Adventure and awe fuel the soul, are for everyone, and can happen anywhere, even in small doses
Mental health rocks, and talking about feelings is cool and essential
Navigating our personal journeys is enriched by the support of a village
Equitable inclusion in nature is vital to a healthy planet filled with healthy people
Finding Adventure
Participants at Hearty Roots will be immersed in outdoor adventures and exploration during their chosen session. No matter if they are first-timers or pros at camping, all will be supported and encouraged to try things outside of their comfort zone.
Campfire Building
Hiking
Cross-Country Skiing
Backcountry Meal Planning
Overnight Camping (Tent or Cabin)
Fat-Tire Biking
Trail Navigation
Stand-Up Paddle Boarding & KAYAKING
nature exploration
Digging Deeper
In addition to the outdoor component of our program, what makes us special is our social-emotional curriculum which inspires people to dig a little deeper, reflect, and be vulnerable enough to take chances that promote growth and resilience.
Daily Journaling
Gratitude Circles
Mindfulness Activities
Social Skill Development
Goal Setting
Communication Circles
Happy Campers
Videos From The Heart
Our Campers tell us what makes Hearty Roots so special to them!
Parents & staff reflect on the power of hearty roots
In The News
POrtside Real Estate Group Chooses Hearty Roots as ‘1% back to maine’ recipient - The LINCOLN COUNTY NEWS
eighteen grants will boost maine community conservation projects - portland press herald
Hearty roots raised fun and friendships with a hardy new year’s plunge - The LINCOLN COUNTY NEWS
POINT32HEALTH FOUNDATION Grants Support To HEARTY ROOTS’ MENTAL HEALTH WORK - YAHOO FINANCE
TRAILBLAzers in a trailblazing industry - Boothbay Register
HEaRTY ROOTS WINS 2023 “outdoor innovation” award - MAINE BIZ
HEaTHER ABELLO WINS 2023 LEADERS & LUMINARIES AWARD - PENBAY PILOT
Hearty Roots Raises $500,000 for new campus - WISCASSET NEWSPAPER
Hearty Roots gets local teens into Maine’s wild - boothbay register
HEARTY ROOTS Partners with island institute - boothbay register
Peter ALFOND FOUNDATION SUPPORTS HEARTY EXPANSION - Maine Biz
LeaH K. Bauer Joins The board of Hearty Roots - boothbay register
navigating the pathways between teens and technology - boothbay register
SEND A MESSAGE THAT ISN’T A TEXT - boothbay register
all smiles at sunbeam camp - boothbay register
Hearty roots on the move - boothbay register
Hearty Roots at Hog Island - Boothbay Register
Hearty Roots looks to fill Midcoast’s mental health needs - Boothbay Register
Paddle The damariscotta river in support of kids - Boothbay Register
Earth Day Explorations with Hearty Roots - Boothbay Register
Hearty Roots Launches Capital Campaign for Permanent Campus - The LINCOLN COUNTY NEWS
Bezon named ‘Outstanding Woman’ - Boothbay register
Taproot Therapeutic Adventures Expands… - The Lincoln county news
Tap into Hearty Adventures - Boothbay Register
Fall into Outdoor Adventure - Boothbay Register
Ray of Light at Hearty Roots - Boothbay Register
Coastal Rivers Lends Land to Hearty Roots - Boothbay Register
Hearty Roots Fundraiser Paddles to Success - The Lincoln County News
Small-Scale Kid Camp Gets Big Support - The Lincoln County News
Hardy Kids at Hearty Roots - Boothbay Register
Rest and Restore: Midcoast Maine Style (Women’s Retreat) - Boothbay Register
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Hearty Roots Seeks Muscongus Bay Waterfront Land - PenBay Pilot
Hearty Roots to Extend Mission Throughout the Year
The Lincoln County NewsHaley Bezon First Coulombe Center Award for Innovation Recipient
Boothbay RegisterHearty Roots Opens Programs to Boys, Seeks Funds For Future
The Lincoln County NewsHearty Roots Camp Plants Self-Esteem, Resiliency in Growing Girls
The Lincoln County News
Statement of Inclusivity: Hearty Roots believes every human should feel safe and supported at home, in their communities, and in the outdoors. We do not exclude people based on social economics, race, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, mental health conditions, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Hearty Roots believes in the restorative power of the outdoors to bring us closer to each other and our wild spaces.
Our organization was built on the principle of treating others with kindness and empathy, and we retain this approach in all programming, hiring, and community outreach. Our organization treats all humans with respect and care, and we challenge ourselves to listen, learn, and do more in order to affect generational change in Maine. We stand in solidarity with changemakers as we welcome humans, engage ideas, and equalize programs & purposeful partnerships.