Fifteenth annual Sleigh Ride to benefit Pine Tree Camp to take place on Feb. 17 in Lisbon Falls

Draft horses, mules and ponies are gearing up for the 15th annual World’s Greatest Sleigh Ride on Sun., Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The Sleigh Ride, hosted by the Pejepscot Sno-Chiefs and the Farmers Draft Horse, Mule and Pony Club, will benefit Pine Tree Camp, an extraordinary summer camp for children and adults with disabilities.

The Sleigh Ride is perfect for children and adults of all ages.  After a ride or two through the beautiful fields and woods, guests can warm up with a delicious hot homemade doughnut and a cup of hot chocolate at the concession stand.

Since it began, this fun-filled event has raised more than $36,000.00 for Pine Tree Camp. 

“Some of our club members have visited camp in the summer, and I guess that is reason enough to continue our efforts,” said organizer Gordon Curtis.  “Mention Pine Tree Camp, and snowmobilers and the public all feel it is a very worthy cause.”

Watch for signs on Route 125 in Lisbon Falls. Plenty of parking is available.

Pine Tree Camp in Rome opened in 1945 as a recreational and therapy outlet for Maine children with disabilities.  A stay at the 280-acre facility in the Belgrade Lakes region allows campers to participate in such activities as arts and crafts, swimming, boating, fishing and overnight camping.

Pine Tree Camp is one of the many programs of Pine Tree Society. For more than 70 years, Pine Tree Society has been providing Maine children and adults with disabilities the opportunities and the means to create better lives for themselves and their families.  For more information on our programs and services, please call (207) 443-3341 or visit our Web site, www.pinetreesociety.org.

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