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–January 19, 2026
Current Conditions: Updated Monday, January 19, 2026 Comments: With about 3 inches of fresh power over the past few days, the trails are in great shape. All trails were freshly groomed this morning and the skiing is really good. Just a couple minor thin spots in the...
Trails Closed-Jan. 9-10, 2026
Due to the weather forecast for Friday, January 9th, all trails will be closed to the public. Please no skiing and no snowshoeing on Friday, Jan. 9th. All trails are closed to hep preserve the snowpack. The trails will also be closed to the public on Saturday, Jan....
December 25, 2025 Conditions
Current Conditions: Updated Thursday, December 25, 2025 Comments: Holy moly! We got slammed with fresh powder snow on Wednesday, over a foot of fresh snow! About 18 inches! MERRY CHRISTMAS!! It is a snow Christmas miracle! We packed the...