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Guiding young people off the grid & into their hearts.
Hearty Roots combines founder Haley Bezon's background in wilderness therapy with her education and career as a school counselor. Utilizing the restorative powers of nature, youth are immersed in exceptional year-round programming that enhances esteem, wellness, and social skill development.
11/02/2026
New development is underway at our Bremen campus! Barn prep, pavilion raising, and big Hearty Roots dreams taking shape — all powered by our amazing volunteers, friends, family, and, of course, the KIDS who are already making this place their own. A whole lot of building, a little chaos, and 47 pint-sized supervisors keeping us on track.
The future barn will house all the gear and equipment kids need for year-round adventures — plus the maintenance machinery we need to care for this land. And our open-air pavilion is just the beginning: an outdoor classroom, program landing spot, and gateway to exploring the rest of the property.
This is how we roll at Hearty Roots: showing up, pitching in, getting our hands dirty, and building something together. Scrappy, grateful, and just getting started. Swipe to see the rest of the hard workers! 🍂
10/29/2026
This summer we welcomed Molly Miller as Hearty Roots’ new Director of School Partnerships and she’s already bringing her positivity and excitement to our work! Molly says she feels at her best when she’s connecting with young people, whether exploring the woods or along the ocean. Her love of the natural world started at home. Growing up on a small peninsula in midcoast Maine, her kitchen table was often covered with her dad’s latest finds: moths, owl pellets, bird nests, jars of pond water. It embarrassed her at the time, but she now credits those early years with sharpening her ability to notice what many others overlook.
That same curiosity and awareness shapes her work with young people. Molly tunes in closely to each young person’s interests and behaviors, and her genuine joy in getting to know them in a lighthearted and playful way is what builds trust and lasting relationships. A committed child advocate, she is passionate about helping young people feel seen and heard. She comes to Hearty Roots with a M.Ed. and a background in classroom teaching, both in public and independent schools. We’re thrilled to have her on the Hearty Roots’ team- welcome Molly!
10/10/2026
100 Main St, we’re coming your way! Stay tuned, Damariscotta. Something good is growing here.
We’ve been trying to put words to what happens when young people step outside, slow down, get a little muddy, take a risk, and find themselves surrounded by people who believe in them.
But sometimes, you just have to see it! We are so excited to share a little glimpse into the heart of what we do, why we do it, and what becomes possible.
A huge, heartfelt thank you to Alex Bertoni of Strega Studios for capturing our people and our mission with so much beauty, care, and heart.
Two things are happening here. First, our leadership team had an epic two day retreat on the river at our beloved board member’s camp ‘Bigma.’
Second, when you spend all of your time in the woods, you compensate for it by trying out ALL of the special effects you’ve been missing out on.
Here’s to celebrating what we’ve built, learning and growing through the ups and downs, and dreaming big for the next chapter as we head into our tenth trip around ☀️☀️☀️!
Stepping into novel outdoor spaces sparks neuroplasticity, triggering a rush of all the ‘feel goods’ that support memory, learning, and adaptability. Plus it’s POV GOAT, or so that’s what the young people tell us.
This crew is taking novelty to a whole new level on their week-long coastal expedition in Muscongus Bay. Sea kayaking, island hopping, tent camping, campfire cooking, preserve exploration, and even building custom benches from floating timbers they ‘harvested.’
08/16/2026
We’re seeking a creative, mission-driven storyteller who can move between graphics, media, outreach, communications, and merchandise. This is an exciting opportunity to build systems from the ground up, and shape how Hearty Roots is seen and understood as we enter into an exciting new chapter of growth. Full job description on our website!
Adventure is for Every. Single. Body. 💛
Sunbeam is built around one simple idea: every young person deserves the chance to experience the magic of being outside, making friends, trying new things, playing hard, slowing down, and belonging.
We remove barriers and adapt the experience so that all kids can fully participate — because those experiences aren’t extras. They’re essential to growing up.
And every single body at Sunbeam, from their head to their toes, knows this to be true: there’s a place for me here. ☀️
Science tells us that just 2–3 days immersed in nature calms the nervous system. It’s also boatloads of fun, with a hefty dose of challenge.
A mini trip in Munscongus Bay is the perfect introduction. This awesome, hilarious crew kayaked to Hog Island. Slept under the stars. Played in the tidal zone where the pace is set by crabs and tides. Hammocked. Journaled. Hiked. Laughed. Ate like royalty.
The goal isn’t just getting kids outside. It’s helping them discover that nature is always there when they need it. Even in short, salty weekend getaways.
07/25/2026
Cam Shelton in all of his red dirt southern glory, is coming to Maine for an epic Hootenanny to benefit Hearty Roots. Join us at Glidden Point Oyster Farms for a pig roast and a boot scootin’ darn good time on September 3rd. Pearl snaps and Stetsons welcome too.
https://www.heartyroots.org/hootenanny
https://camsheltonmusic.com
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04543
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