Staff and Volunteers Unload Cabin Sections - Photo Credit: USFWS by Beth Goettel

Cabin Complete! - Photo Credit: USFWS by Beth Goettel

On May 2, 2012, just a week before island researchers were to arrive, the staff of Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Complex transported the pre-fabricated pieces of a small cabin to Ship Island. By noon, the pieces had all been landed and moved up from the beach to the cabin site, and by 8 pm, the new structure, complete with windows and doors, stood on the platform that had previously held just a wall tent. The work was an impressive demonstration of James Fortier's building skills and staff teamwork. We are sure the island researchers will greatly appreciate this upgrade in their accommodations!