Citizens for Squirrel Point

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Squirrel Point!

Cleats/grippers suggested: ice under the beautiful new blanket of snow.

12/28/2025

Peaceful snowy morning at Squirrel Point.
Rain, rain go away! (Forecasted for tomorrow)

09/15/2025

Thank you to all who made the trek to Squirrel Point Light for Maine Open Lighthouse Day yesterday! Citizens for Squirrel Point welcomed over 150 visitors from 15 states and two countries, including Morse High School seniors taking part in a photo shoot, an enthusiastic group from Bowdoin College, ten awesome volunteers, and a handful of well-behaved pups.

One of our volunteers, a frequent guest of light keeper Clarence Skofield and family years ago, led tours of the keeper’s house and shared memories of his visits. And we finally got to put our new lighthouse stamp to use!

We appreciate all who came out and learned about what’s next in restoring this historic treasure. If you weren’t able to visit but want to get involved, please be in touch.
American Lighthouse Foundation Visit Maine

09/12/2025

Excited to welcome visitors near and far tomorrow, Sept. 13, for Maine Open Lighthouse Day! If you've never been to Squirrel Point Light, a few important notes: it's about a 2/3 mile walk, and a bit rough in places. There are no restrooms on site and no running water. Most importantly, we are in Arrowsic, not Phippsburg, despite what your GPS tells you! Visit squirrelpoint.org for directions and more information. Have a wonderful Saturday all!
https://lighthousefoundation.org/eventcalendar/maine-open-lighthouse-day-2025/

09/08/2025

The lighthouse tower sported an extra adornment this morning.
Photo credit: Bart Chapin

07/30/2025

Peaceful and quiet at Squirrel Point.

06/30/2025

Thank you to everyone who made it out today - we made new friends, accomplished a lot, and had a fabulous day!

06/26/2025

NEW DATE - Our volunteer work day has been changed to SUNDAY. (Rain on Saturday - really?!)

We need your help! Join us at Squirrel Point Light for our volunteer work party SUNDAY, June 29 from 1 PM to 4 PM as we tackle several grounds and construction projects. We are seeking:
· A few experienced carpenters and able assistants to undertake two projects, including construction of new cellar bulkhead doors for the keeper’s house and repair of a section of ramp to the lighthouse
· A few people to repaint one of the exterior walls of the boat house
​· 6+ people to organize the workshop, tidy the keeper’s house, cut brush and other outdoor projects

Building materials, painting supplies and a generator will be on site. Volunteers will need to bring their own tools, loppers and lunch or snacks. For questions and to register, send a private message here or visit www.squirrelpoint.org. We look forward to seeing you! Details will be shared with registered volunteers closer to the date. Rain day Sunday, June 29.

01/29/2025

Citizens for Squirrel Point is grieving the loss of Roman H. Wasilewski, past President and board member to the last. Roman picked up leadership from the former board in 2015, and from "Lighthouse Lee" Johnson, who founded CSP to rescue Squirrel Point Light from a real estate developer who had a very different vision for the property. Roman obtained numerous grants to start the conservation and restoration of the structures at Squirrel Point and worked tirelessly to maintain public access to this historic landmark. From organizing volunteer cleanups to hosting planning sessions over one of his signature meals, Roman’s wit, warmth and good humor always showed through. He could often be seen walking the lighthouse and Bald Head trails and kayaking the Kennebec and Back Rivers. We miss you, Roman!

11/16/2024

Thanks to The Nature Conservancy, members of Citizens for Squirrel Point, friends and neighbors! The trail is clear for the installation of the new bridge. With extra thanks for all who donated, this dream will become a reality sometime this fall.

09/13/2024

We’re excited to welcome friends old and new to Maine Open Lighthouse Day tomorrow! Our volunteers will be there from 10 AM to 3 PM. The keeper’s house will be open, and also the boathouse.

If you’ve never visited us, the 2/3 mile trail is rough in places, and there are no restrooms at the lighthouse. Most importantly, we are located in Arrowsic. Your app may tell you that driving to Phippsburg is the shortest distance, but then you’re on the other side of the river! 🤍

For more info and detailed directions visit www.squirrelpoint.org. Hope to see you!

Maine Open Lighthouse Day - September 14, 2024...this popular annual event, sponsored by the United States Coast Guard, the Maine Office of Tourism and the American Lighthouse Foundation, attracts between 15,000 to 18,000 visitors each year and offers the general public the rare opportunity to climb...

05/22/2024

A misty Sunday morning for mowing and tree clearing - another thank you to this crew, plus a few other friends not pictured here. Keep in touch by following this page and joining our email list. See you soon!