Pizza, Beer & a Big Finish: Supporting the 2026 Make-A-Wish Maine Trailblaze Challenge

On September 19, Baxter Brewing is proud to join Make-A-Wish Maine for the 2026 Trailblaze Challenge in Carrabassett Valley.

This incredible event brings together 102 hikers, 50 volunteers, and approximately 100 spectators for a 23.4-mile hike benefiting Make-A-Wish Maine. After putting in all those miles, hikers will have a well-earned celebration waiting for them at the finish line, with pizza from Portland Pie Company and beer and non-alcoholic offerings from Baxter Brewing.

“We’re incredibly proud to stand alongside Make-A-Wish Maine as the Trailgate Sponsor for the 8th Annual Trailblaze Challenge,” said Baxter President Jenn Lever.

“For our team at Baxter, partnerships like this are about more than showing up at the finish line. They’re about using what we do to support organizations creating a meaningful impact for Maine families. The stories of wish kids and their families are a powerful reminder of the hope, strength, and joy Make-A-Wish brings to communities across our state.

After 23.4 miles, these hikers will have earned one incredible finish-line celebration, and our team is honored to be there to raise a glass, celebrate every mile, and support the mission that brought everyone to the trail in the first place. Good luck, Trailblazers—we’ll see you at the Trailgate.”

The Trailblaze Challenge is about much more than completing a 23.4-mile hike. It’s about coming together as a community to help grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses. We’re proud to play a small part in celebrating these incredible hikers and supporting the mission of Make-A-Wish Maine.

Want to help make wishes come true? Support the 2026 Trailblaze Challenge with a donation to Make-A-Wish Maine by Clicking Here: