About FOHI

FOHI’s vision, mission, and goals

Vision

To see the day when, under Audubon ownership, the Audubon Camp at Hog Island is financially self-sustaining with a substantial endowment to assure its future.

Mission

The mission of the Friends of Hog Island is to preserve the legacy and support the conservation and nature programs and activities of the Audubon Camp at Hog Island, Maine.

Goals

The Friends of Hog Island, through transparency, online communication, social media, technology, and personal contact pledge to:

• Build a sense of community among current and alumni campers
• Build partnerships with local conservation and environmental groups
• Build upon and further the mission of National Audubon.
• Build trust and support within the local community
• Build a stable, financial annual income stream through annual fund-raising and an endowment.
• Build a nationwide volunteer base to work at the camp during sessions.
• Build a collection of historical materials to keep alive the conservation legacy of the Audubon Camp at Hog Island for future generations.

Service

FOHI hosts a service week in the beginning of the camp season. During this week, the volunteers work on a variety of projects that help prepare for the season, from planting gardens to clearing the Island’s hiking trails. FOHI also sends a few volunteers to each camp session who help to ensure that the week runs smoothly.  FOHI is also a great way for Hog Island Alums to connect with others who share their interests. And in working together for a common cause (this wonderful island), FOHI volunteers build a strong sense of camaraderie.

Interested in participating?

FOHI is free to join and open to anyone who is interested. There are no fees, forms,  or initiation ceremonies.

If you would like to volunteer, you should continue to check the front page of this website. We will post volunteer opportunities as they become available.

If you would like to see photos from FOHI activities, please check out our Flickr photo stream (link on the right side-bar).