We currently offer four levels of sponsorship available to businesses and individuals who want to support the library’s Katahdin Gear Library (KGL) program. Sponsorships typically last one year, and you can become a sponsor at any point during the year. However, we are happy to discuss what sponsorship looks like for your business or organization and find a unique solution that fits your goals and budget. Contact Gear Library General Manager, Baileigh Studer, at baileigh@katahdingearlibrary.org or 207-200-4767 to discuss further or with any questions.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?

Click the button below or contact Baileigh Studer at baileigh@katahdingearlibrary.org or 207-200-4767. We will be in touch shortly to get you started.

What sponsorship options are available?

We have a variety of sponsorship levels available, so you can choose an option that’s right for you or your company’s values and budget. Each sponsorship comes with special perks for you or your business, which are outlined below:

Sponsorship Level	2024 Perks
Flat Tire Friend ($250) Est. value: $260+	– 3 social media shout-outs this year – 3 free gear tickets – 3 gear service or rental discount tickets – 3 KGL stickers – Digital advertising to KGL network for outdoor-recreation-related events  – Name/logo on our website for the year
Broken Binding Buddy ($500) Est. value: $435+	All of the perks above, plus: – 2 additional free gear tickets & gear service/rental discount tickets (5 total of each) – 2 additional KGL stickers (5 total) – Physical advertising space at KGL for the year – Name/logo on KGL wall for the year (small)
Upstream Without a Paddle Partner ($1000) Est. value: $1102	All of the perks above, plus: – 1 additional shout-out on social media – 5 additional free gear tickets & gear service/rental discount tickets (10 total of each) – 2 free “Don’t Millinocket Til You Try It” T-shirts – Name/logo on KGL wall (medium) – 2 free family memberships
Long Haul Hero ($2000+) Est. value: $2077	All of the perks above, plus: – 1 additional shout-out on social media (5 total) – 10 additional free gear tickets & gear service/rental discount tickets (20 total of each) – 5 free “Don’t Millinocket Til You Try It” T-shirts – Name/logo on KGL wall for the year (large) – 2 additional free family memberships (4 total) – We will plan a special, guided outdoor experience for our Long Haul Hero sponsors (up to 5 participants per business)

Why become a sponsor?

1. Make an impact on the community. Your sponsorship allows us to continue to lend gear to residents and offer free or low-cost outdoor programs for all ages, from after school activities and day camps for kids, to overnight canoe trips for teens, to mountain bike clinics for adults– all of which build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community. 

2. Gain visibility for your business. As a sponsor, your business will gain visibility among our community of outdoor enthusiasts, creating a positive association with your brand. Not only will your logo and business name be displayed in multiple locations, you will have access to advertising space at the gear library and online.

3. Enjoy exclusive sponsor perks. Our sponsors receive all kinds of benefits, from free rental tickets to special guided experiences. View the full sponsorship perks above.

4. Support the local outdoor recreation economy. Your sponsorship supports locals and visitors alike in getting outside and making memories here in the Katahdin Region. Your sponsorship will help us continue to provide accessible outdoor for those who need it, and it will allow those visiting our region to access gear to try new trails and new activities, in turn boosting business in other areas of the region.