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What We Do

The aim of the MDI Wheelers is to provide joyful experiences on the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park for people unable to ride a bike by themselves. Our mission is to serve our community by increasing the accessibility of Acadia National Park Carriage Roads.

We offer safe and comfortable rides on special electric-assist trikes for people who would like a ride on the carriage roads but need assistance. All rides are free. The program we offer has received a Special Use Permit from Acadia National Park.

Most rides start at Eagle Lake and are group rides with at least three volunteers.  Our volunteers serve as Pilots and Safeties. Pilots peddle the trike and Safeties ride in front and behind the E-trike.

Partners

We partner with organizations who serve the needs of disabled people in our community. If you are interested in partnering with us, please contact us. Include your contact information and a brief statement about how you would like to help.

Friends of Acadia

We are proud partners with Friends of Acadia in their work to improve the accessibility of ANP.  We were the focus of the lead article in their summer magazine in 2023 (MDI Wheelers Helps People Unable to Ride a Bike Get Out on Acadia’s Carriage Roads). To learn more about FOA’s activities to promote the accessibility of Acadia National Park be sure to visit their website

Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor Maine

Birch Bay Retirement Village is home to approximately 90 residents through its cottage, apartments, residential and memory care neighborhoods. Birch Bay also operates the Don and Beth Straus Center, adult day program, providing daytime respite services to a dozen local residents who join the center’s programs and activities. In 2023, Birch Bay began a partnership with the MDI Wheelers, providing adaptive bike rides for residents who can no longer peddle a bicycle themselves. This partnership has promoted a rich and rewarding experience for our residents to enjoy our beautiful backyard, Acadia National Park, safely and comfortably.

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