Gregory Preserve Hike
2021-11-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Gregory Hiking Trai, 2 Sawyer's Island Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Discover the history and ecology of Gregory Preserve during a leisurely one mile hike with Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator Tracey Hall. This loop trail ventures through a varied woodland with lengthy frontage on the Back River, an eastern branch of the Sheepscot River. Hikers can enjoy walking around a small pond bordered by wildflowers and edged with cattails. Bullfrogs and dragonflies revel in this natural habitat, as well as deer, small mammals, and a variety of birds. Group is limited to 10 participants with the walk to follow current CDC Covid guidelines for outside gatherings. Registration is required by contacting Tracey at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

CLIP Work Party
2021-11-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-11-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Penny Lake Preserve
Join our Committee to Limit Invasive Plants (CLIP). CLIP work parties will take place every other Wednesday at Penny Lake Preserve during the fall of 2021 (Penny Lake will continue to be the focus point for the group’s efforts though Ovens Mouth East may see some work as well). CLIP volunteers will be helping eradicate invasive shrubs and vines (bush honeysuckle, oriental bittersweet, multi flora rose, autumn olive, and Japanese barberry) on this preserve. Work will consist of pulling, cutting, and piling invasive brush that will be chipped or burned later. No prior knowledge or experience with invasive plants is needed. Training will be provided including species identification and removal techniques. Some tools will be available, but volunteers are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite pruning shears, loppers, or pulling/cutting devices. Long pants, long sleeve shirts, and gloves are recommended as well as bug spray and water. Your help is vital to supporting native ecosystems on our preserves!

Night Hike
2021-11-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
What happens in nature when the sun goes down? Leave the flashlights at home and join us on a real adventure in the dark. A naturalist will lead the group on a short and easy walk through field and forest along the new universal access trail at Oak Point Farm. We will stop along the way to investigate the ways our senses work in the dark and learn how nocturnal animals have adapted to living without light. This family friendly program is open to all ages and limited to 12 participants with registration required. For more information or to register, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Ocean Point Preserve Hike
2021-11-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Ocean Point Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Ocean Point Preserve during a leisurely one mile hike with Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator Tracey Hall. Located in the largest wetland area on Linekin Neck in East Boothbay, the 15-acre Ocean Point Preserve includes Tibbetts pond, designated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife as significant waterfowl wildlife habitat for inland waterfowl and wading birds. Group is limited to 10 participants with the walk to follow current CDC Covid guidelines for outside gatherings. Registration is required by contacting Tracey at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Universal Access Trail Nature Hike
2021-11-23 10:00 - 11:00 | ME
Discover the new universal access trail at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm during a guided walk along scenic waterways and through field and forest. BRLT Executive Director Nick Ullo will share the vision and development of the trail, while Environmental Educator Tracey Hall will share the natural features of the preserve.
The smooth barrier free surface on this 3/4 mile universal access trail allows people of all abilities to discover the wonders of nature. BRLT’s universal access trail features reasonable slopes and a firm stone aggregate surface, which supports hikers, wheelchairs, and strollers.
Group is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. For more information or to register, please contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Ocean Point Preserve Hike
2022-06-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Ocean Point Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Ocean Point Preserve during a guided one-mile hike with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Located in the largest wetland area on Linekin Neck in East Boothbay, the 15-acre Ocean Point Preserve includes Tibbetts pond, designated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife as significant waterfowl wildlife habitat for inland waterfowl and wading birds. Group is limited to 15 participants with registration required by filling out the form below:

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Story Trail Walk: A Seed is Sleepy
2022-09-14 - 2022-10-19 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “A Seed is Sleepy”, written by Dianna Hutts Aston and illustrated by Sylvia Long.
This gorgeous award-winning book offers children a beautiful and informative look at the intricate, complex, and often surprising world of seeds. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, the book introduces children to a fascinating array of seed and plant facts, making it perfect reading material for a fall walk through the woods. The story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours, with a new book posted every four to five weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website.

Cancelled Due to Weather: Kayak Paddle to Indiantown Island Preserve
2022-09-22 09:00 - 12:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
***This program has been canceled due to the weather forecast for morning rain and thunderstorms*** Grab your kayak or canoe and join BRLT Executive Director and registered Maine Kayak Guide Nick Ullo as he paddles out to Indiantown Island Preserve. This 3-mile paddle will begin in the Townsend Gut and travel up the Sheepscot River before landing at the Indiantown Island float. Paddlers will have the opportunity to stretch their legs with a 1-mile hike led by Environmental Educator Tracey Hall, in which she will share the natural and cultural history of the preserve. This round-trip paddle launches at the float at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm and is best suited for intermediate and advanced paddlers. Participants should bring plenty of water, snacks, sunblock, and a PDF.

To be Rescheduled: Linekin and Burley Preserve Hike
2022-09-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Linekin and Burley Preserve
***Please note: Due to an injury the hike leader recently experienced, this event is canceled and will be rescheduled in the future***Discover the history and ecology of Linekin and Burley Preserve during a moderate 1.5-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. These adjacent preserves offer abundant wildlife: birds, deer, small mammals, frogs, and toads all thrive in this protected habitat. Plant life includes ferns, mosses, and a wide variety of trees such as red spruce, balsam fir, white pine, red oak, red maple, eastern hemlock, birch, and even sugar maple. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Oak Point Farm Hike
2022-10-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Discover the history and ecology of BRLT’s headquarters at Oak Point Farm, during a leisurely one-mile hike with a Boothbay Region Land Trust naturalist. Situated on more than 2,000 feet of coastline on Hodgdon Cove, this unique 32-acre preserve is the last remaining undeveloped saltwater farm in Boothbay Harbor. Discover heirloom apple trees and other evidence of the property’s farming history while exploring a vast assortment of natural habitats teeming with wildlife. Group size is limited with registration required by filling out the form below:

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Story Trail Walk: The Honeybee
2022-10-24 - 2022-11-28 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “The Honeybee”, written by Kirsten Hall and illustrated by Isabelle Arsenault.
Buzz from flower to flower with a sweet honeybee in this timely, clever, and breathtakingly gorgeous picture book. With zooming, vibrant verse, and buzzy, beautiful illustrations, this celebration of the critically important honeybee is a honey-sweet treasure of a picture book. The story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours, with a new book posted every four to five weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website.

Event Full: Saunders Preserve Hike
2022-11-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Saunders Preserve
* We have reached parking capacity for this event. Please join us for another program* Discover the history and ecology of Saunders Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a Boothbay Region Land Trust naturalist. This moderate hike meanders down a wooded hillside, through a mix of majestic evergreen and hardwood trees before arriving at a small stream that empties into the Damariscotta River.

Pine Tree Preserve Hike
2023-09-26 10:00 - 23:00 | Pine Tree Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Pine Tree Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. This preserve was once open pasture and was later abandoned to tree growth. The generally forested habitat includes several old gravel pits which have become ponds as well as some wetlands. The preserve is rich in flora and fauna; an occasional beaver and moose have been sighted, as well as a wide variety of birdlife. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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2023 Annual Membership Meeting
2023-09-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Newagen Seaside Inn, 60 Newagen Colony Rd, Southport, ME, 04576
TICKET SALES ARE CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT.
We invite all members to join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on Wednesday, September 27 at 5pm at Newagen Seaside Inn. See below for a full meeting agenda and dinner menu.
We are pleased to welcome Susie Arnold as our guest speaker for the evening. Susie is the director of the Center for Climate and Community at the Island Institute, where she works on the impacts of climate change and ocean acidification on marine resources and fisheries-dependent communities. Susie will be sharing a presentation that touches on climate change impacts for coastal Maine communities.
Following the guest speaker’s presentation, we will host our Annual Member Meeting.
Meeting Agenda:

President’s Report
Vote to authorize Boothbay Region Land Trust Board of Directors to sell a (roughly) one-acre lot located on Cross Point Road in Edgecomb, Maine, Map U10 Lot 17. (This property was gifted to BRLT with the understanding that it would be sold to raise funds for the organization).
Nomination of New Board Members for a 3-year term: Cindy Bailey, Kimberley Byrd, Alan Bellows & Bruce Harris (Click here for an introduction to our nominees)
Nomination of current Board Members for a second 3-year term: Rob Wheeler, Rick Elder & Stan Wakefield
Election of 2023-2024 Board Officers:

Rob Wheeler – President
Rick Elder – Vice President
Kathleen Kennedy – Secretary
Cindy Bailey – Treasurer
Dinner Menu:

Chef’s table with assorted cheeses, olives, fruit, nuts, rustic bread, crostini, and cracker assortment
Plated salad course
Family style dinner with three entree’s (sample menu: short rib with parsnip and sweet potato puree, baked haddock with honey-crumb topping and lemon beurre blanc, chickpea and black lentil ragout with summer greens, chef’s choice of seasonal vegetables)
Plated apple cobbler with cinnamon whipped cream
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Zak Preserve Hike
2023-10-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Zak Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Zak Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Zak is BRLT’s largest preserve with 208 acres straddling the watershed of Wildcat Creek in the western half and its headwaters in the eastern half. It encompasses one of the few large open fields remaining on the Boothbay Peninsula and features salt marsh, wetlands, and extensive woods. Group is size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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Artist's Reception
2023-10-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Join artist Ramone Hanley-Warren for a reception and preview of her new show, Drishti: Point of Focus, opening in the gallery room at Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm on Thursday, October 19 from 4-6pm. Visitors to Oak Point Farm may be familiar with Ramone Hanley-Warren’s work through her permanent mural in the farmhouse visitor center depicting a great blue heron flying over a salt marsh. Ramone’s paintings are inspired by the natural world, particularly the unique beauty of midcoast Maine.
Drishti: Point of Focus will remain open for viewing through the spring of 2024 during visitor center hours, Monday through Friday from 9:30am-4:30pm. Ramone has generously pledged to donate 20% of all sales from this show to Boothbay Region Land Trust to support land conservation and public access.

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2024 Annual Membership Meeting
2024-09-26 17:00 - 19:30 | Harbor Theater, 185 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, 04538, United States
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Please join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 26 at 5pm at Harbor Theater, which will include a feature-length nature film and brief business meeting.
This year’s unique program will feature the captivating newly released nature film, A Peace of Forest, filmed, directed, and produced in Maine by Lee Ann Szelog and Thomas Mark Szelog over the sequence of ten years. Prior to the screening, the Szelogs will be available to share the challenges and achievements they faced in the making of this film, and will also lead a short question and answer session following the screening.
Guests will enjoy complimentary refreshments upon arrival. A very brief Boothbay Region Land Trust year-in-review and business meeting (voting of board officers/members) will follow the film. Tickets are required: $15 per adult (children attend free).
Please note: In order to participate in voting, attendees must be members of Boothbay Region Land Trust. A member is any person/household who has donated any amount to Boothbay Region Land Trust within the past 12-months. You are welcome to donate at any time prior to or during the event in order to participate. If you are unsure of your membership status, please contact the office at brlt@bbrlt.org or (207) 633-4818.
Evening Agenda:
5-5:20pm Refreshments and socializing
5:20pm Film introduction by Lee Ann & Thomas Mark Szelog
5:30-7pm A Peace of Forest screening
7pm Q&A with Lee Ann & Thomas Mark Szelog
7:10pm Year-in-Review and Business Meeting
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A Peace of Forest
This first feature-length wildlife movie ever filmed and produced in Maine is a one-of-a-kind cinematic adventure. Viewers will experience the wild, peaceful and mysterious world that is filled with complex relationships and ways of wonder. A Peace of Forest celebrates the beauty and intimacy of wildlife in Maine with surprising, tender and exquisite interactions of wildlife during peaceful moments in Maine’s natural world. An original story filled with inspiration, viewers of all ages and audiences will be engaged in a fresh, entertaining and informative manner as they observe common and uncommon wildlife and the fragile balance between nature and human culture.
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Mushroom Mania
2024-10-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Join Boothbay Region Land Trust for a captivating morning with local author and artist, Hilary E. Bartlett, as she presents “Mushroom Mania”, an exploration of the fascinating world of mushrooms. Hilary will delve into the history of mushrooms as food and medicine and their vital role in the ecosystem. Discover how these remarkable fungi support plant, forest, and human health through colorful photographs and commentary. In her presentation, Hilary will also introduce her new book, “Mushroom Mania”, featuring stunning watercolor portraits of Maine’s wild mushroom species, delicious recipes, and practical tips for growing mushrooms at home. Afterward, she will be available to sell and sign copies of the book.
Hilary Bartlett, born and raised in postwar Liverpool, England, studied fungi as part of her microbiology training and earned a doctorate from University College London. A summer fellowship brought her to Boothbay Harbor in 1975 to work at Bigelow Lab, where she fell in love with Maine’s rocky coast and never left. Hilary turned to mushroom hunting in rural Maine, later shifting from scientific research to an art career after her daughter was born. Her award-winning paintings have been exhibited in galleries in Maine and Santa Fe. She also taught microbiology for 11 years at the University of Maine Augusta. Her first book, The Thistle Inn: A Wee Bit of Scotland in Maine, was published in 2020.
This free event has limited seating, and advanced registration is required. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the world of mushrooms!
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Lichens of Maine
2024-10-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Discover the fascinating world of lichens with us at Oak Point Farm! Join Air Rhodes, Master Naturalist, and lifelong lichen lover, for a captivating exploration of one of Maine’s most biodiverse life forms.
This hands-on program begins with a one-hour indoor session where we’ll dive into the incredible science behind lichens: what they are, which species you’ll likely encounter around Boothbay, and how these humble organisms are playing a role in saving our planet. From ancient uses in Egyptian embalming to their surprising connection to Scottish tartans, we’ll also touch on lichens’ rich history. You’ll even learn about modern innovations using lichens and how you can contribute to protecting these important organisms.
Following the presentation, we’ll embark on a slow-paced, one-hour walk through Oak Point Farm to observe and identify lichens in their natural habitat.
Attendance is limited, and registration is required. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, observe, and appreciate the wonderful world of lichens! Please register here:

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Paddle to Indiantown Island Preserve
2025-09-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Grab your kayak or canoe and join BRLT Executive Director and registered Maine Kayak Guide Nick Ullo as he paddles out to Indiantown Island Preserve. This 3-mile paddle will begin in the Townsend Gut and travel up the Sheepscot River before landing at the Indiantown Island float. Paddlers will have the opportunity to stretch their legs with a 1-mile hike led by Environmental Educator Tracey Hall, in which she will share the natural and cultural history of the preserve. This round-trip paddle launches at the float at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm and is best suited for intermediate and advanced paddlers. Participants should bring plenty of water, snacks, sunblock, and a PFD.
Raindate: September 11th at Noon
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2025 Annual Membership Meeting
2025-09-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Newagen Seaside Inn, 60 Newagen Colony Rd, Southport, ME, 04576
Please join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 25 at 5pm at Newagen Seaside Inn. In celebration of Boothbay Region Land Trust’s 45 years of conservation and public access, this event will be free for all members!
Guests will enjoy a family style dinner outdoors on the beautiful grounds of Newagen Seaside Inn. A brief program will reflect on Boothbay Region Land Trust’s 45 years, with a special focus on our members, volunteers and partners. This will be followed by the year-in-review and business meeting (voting of board officers/members).
Please note: In order to attend, individuals must be members of Boothbay Region Land Trust. A member is any person/household who has donated any amount to Boothbay Region Land Trust within the past 12-months. You are welcome to donate at any time prior to or during the event in order to participate. If you are unsure of your membership status, please contact the office at brlt@bbrlt.org or (207) 633-4818.
Evening Agenda:
5-5:30pm Arrival of Guests, Drinks & Chef’s Table
5:45pm Dinner Served
6:30pm Program Begins
7-8pm Continued socializing, Drinks, Smore Station & Lawn Games
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2026 Annual Membership Meeting
2026-09-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Newagen Seaside Inn, 60 Newagen Colony Rd, Southport, ME, 04576
Please join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 10th at 5pm at Newagen Seaside Inn.
Tickets are $25/person and include chef’s table, dinner and dessert. Beer/wine cash bar will also be available.
Throughout dinner service, guests will enjoy a guest speaker presentation and Q&A, followed by the Boothbay Region Land Trust year-in-review and business meeting.
Please check back for ongoing updates, including dinner menu; guest speaker/presentation title; business meeting agenda; and bios for board nominees.
Please note: In order to vote during the business meeting, individuals must be members of Boothbay Region Land Trust. A member is any person/household who has donated any amount to Boothbay Region Land Trust within the past 12-months. You are welcome to donate at any time prior to or during the event in order to participate. If you are unsure of your membership status, please contact the office at brlt@bbrlt.org or (207) 633-4818.
Evening Schedule:
5pm Drinks and Mingling
6pm Dinner & Guest Speaker Presentation
7pm Business Meeting & Dessert
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Partner Event: 2026 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
2026-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Penny Lake Preserve
Help us save lives from breast cancer! Boothbay Region Garden Club in partnership with Boothbay Region Land Trust is hosting a short fundraising walk as part of the nation-wide Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraising walks taking place in nearly 150 communities during the month of October – breast cancer awareness month. Proceeds from this walk will help to fund patient support services and lifesaving research. Come join our team!
Participants are asked to bring a donation (checks only please, made out to American Cancer Society) and to wear PINK in support of breast cancer awareness. We will begin our walk at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church (32 Emery Lane in Boothbay Harbor) and from there will continue to Penny Lake Preserve where we will walk the trail.
All are welcome to join!
Parking: Park and meet at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church (32 Emery Ln Boothbay Harbor) where we will begin the walk.

Partner Event: The Future is Here – Halcyon Strings & Alisa Amador Performance
2026-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Boothbay Harbor Opera House, 86 Townsend Ave, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538, United States
What does our world look like when the climate crisis is no longer a problem we will deal with in the future, but a problem we are solving in the present?
Halcyon, an artist collective based in Midcoast Maine, in collaboration with singer/songwriter Alisa Amador present The Future is Here: a multimedia performance featuring the stories and actions of Maine people who are working on the ground to build creative, regenerative, and resilient communities in response to the climate crisis.
Combining live music with film, community voices, and stop-motion animations, The Future is Here celebrates the ingenuity within our communities through a series of vignettes that tell stories of the concrete actions being taken to mitigate the climate crisis and build communities that are more equal, more sustainable, and more open.
This free program is provided in partnership with the Opera House, Boothbay Region Land Trust, Boothbay Region Clean Drinking Water Initiative, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences, Boothbay Sea & Science Center, Sunrise Ecologic and the Boothbay Region Climate Action Committee.
This program is free. Doors for seating open at 6:30pm. The length of program is approximately 1 hour.
