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MITA Members


Findings from a survey of members conducted last summer demonstrate the broad support that MITA enjoys from a variety of constituencies. The following are selected results from that survey that we thought would be of interest.

How do you access Trail islands?

  • 72% kayak
  • 23% powerboat
  • 19% sailboat

Do you live in Maine?

  • 50% year-round
  • 18% second home
  • 14% camp out in ME
  • 3% rent
  • 15% other

Do you work?

  • 61% full time
  • 12% part time
  • 25% retired

Where should MITA focus its efforts?

  • 64% adding islands
  • 34% adding coastal rivers
  • 25% offering classes
  • 11% more volunteer events
  • 8% more social events