Boothbay Region Land Trust

Zak Preserve Hike
2023-10-05 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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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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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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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CLIP Work Party
2023-09-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-26 10:00 - 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 summer of 2023. 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! For further questions, please email Daniel Hill at dhill@bbrlt.org.

Saunders Preserve Hike
2023-09-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Saunders Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Saunders Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. 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.
Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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Cross River Preserve Hike
2023-09-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Cross River Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Cross River Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Enjoy a stroll through mixed forest and along a freshwater wetland and stream, before reaching the tidal shoreline and mudflats of the Cross River. The Cross River area was first settled in the mid-1700s, with much of the forest being cleared and used as pastureland. The fields were abandoned around a century later, and the forest slowly returned to what we see today. The preserve is home to a variety of trees including some large diameter Red Oak and White Pine, which probably served as field boundary markers over 100 years ago. The habitat within the preserve is diverse and attracts a variety of creatures including songbirds, aquatic insects, and amphibians. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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Oak Point Farm Hike
2023-09-07 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 Oak Point Farm during a leisurely one-mile hike with Boothbay Region Land Trust naturalist. This loop trail ventures through a varied meadow and woodland with lengthy frontage on the Townsend Gut. Hikers can enjoy walking around a small pond bordered by wildflowers. Bullfrogs and dragonflies revel in this natural habitat, as well as deer, small mammals, and a variety of birds. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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Story Trail Walk: A Beetle Is Shy
2023-09-07 - 2023-10-14 | 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 is in partnership with the Boothbay Region Clean Water Drinking Initiative in recognition of National Water Quality Month and features the read-aloud book “A Beetle Is Shy”.
From the acclaimed duo Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long, this beautiful paperback edition of A Beetle Is Shy is here to open a world of wonders to a new audience of young readers. From flea beetles to bombardier beetles, an incredible variety of these beloved bugs are showcased here in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched book is sure to inspire lively questions and spark the imaginations of young readers.
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.

Babes in the Woods
2023-09-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Babes in the Woods is a nature discovery program geared to children ages 2-5 along with their families or caregivers. Participate in age-appropriate games, crafts, stories, and other activities to connect to the natural world. Special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of ecological themes and includes a short and easy walk. The group meets on the large deck of the white farmhouse at Oak Point Farm. Group size is limited for this free event and registration is required by filling out the online form below:

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Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm
2023-09-02 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-08-26 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-08-19 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-08-12 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-08-05 08:30 - 09:30, 2023-07-29 08:30 - 09:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Immerse your senses in the natural world and connect with your breath in this all-levels hatha flow class on the farmhouse deck at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm. Begin your day with intention and reconnect with your body through mindful movement & focus on your breath while surrounded by the scenic beauty of a nature preserve. We will gently warm up our bodies in the morning air, move through basic standing yoga postures, do some strength building and stretch our muscles. Class is open to all levels and suitable for beginners. Please bring your own yoga mat or a towel. Registration is not required.

Linekin and Burley Preserve Hike
2023-08-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Linekin and Burley Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Linekin and Burley Preserve during a leisurely 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, 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 is limited with registration required by filling out the form below:

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Weather Cancellation: Nature for Kids: August 25th
2023-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
***This event has been canceled due to the forecast for heavy rain showers***Nature for Kids is BRLT’s outdoor discovery program geared toward school-age children and their families. Join us for an easy walk sprinkled with activities and games that promote nature exploration and connection. Each program has a different natural theme that emphasizes local ecology and seasonal changes. “Nature for Kids” meets on the large deck of the white farmhouse at Oak Point Farm unless otherwise noted.

Schoolhouse Pond Preserve Hike
2023-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Schoolhouse Pond Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Schoolhouse Pond Preserve during a guided one-mile hike with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. The preserve was once the site of a schoolhouse and the cranberry bog is known locally as Schoolhouse Pond. The scenic, mile-long loop trail includes a variety of wildflowers, a mixed forest, interesting rock formations, and a beautiful old stone wall. Group size is limited to 15 participants and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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Weather Cancellation: Nature for Kids: August 18th
2023-08-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
***due to the weather forecast for thunderstorms, strong downpours, and gusty winds this weeks program has been canceled. Please join us next week ***

Tree Identification Walk
2023-08-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Cross River Preserve
Investigate the wonders of our local forests during an informative walk with Maine Forest Service District Forester Allyssa Gregory. Discover tree species using basic distinguishing features for rapid recognition. Gregory will share details of the ecology and land use history of the forest environments we encounter, especially through the lens of life strategies of different trees, and the processes that influence forest development and succession.
Allyssa Gregory is District Forester for Waldo, Knox, Lincoln, and Kennebec counties. In this position, she provides education to adults and children on a variety of topics related to trees and forests. She also provides technical assistance and information to landowners, foresters, loggers, municipal officials, and others, about forest management, harvesting, and conservation. Maine Forest Service District Foresters can meet for a “walk and talk” with owners of 10 woodland acres or more on their properties, at no charge to the landowner.
This event is free and registration is required by filling out the form below or by contacting BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

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Art for Acres: Art Auction (Sold Out)
2023-08-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
SOLD OUT!
This event is sold out. Absentee bids will be accepted through August 3. The absentee bid form is available here. For more information on absentee bids, please contact Skye Wood at vwood@bbrlt.org
Join us under the tent at Oak Point Farm for an evening that is sure to inspire you! See the farm transformed with works of art filling the farmhouse walls and stone sculptures lining the trail. Enjoy great food all evening long as we auction off countless works of beauty all for a great cause!
BRLT’s quadrennial Art Auction gala will showcase a mix of incredible art donated by the region’s many noteworthy artists. Pieces will include paintings, mixed media, photography, jewelry and much more. Sculptures created during the Stone Symposium will be auctioned as well. John Bottero, formerly of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries, with over 30 years of experience, will be our auctioneer for the evening.
Tickets to this special event include hors d’oeuvres and a full dinner provided by Seacoast Catering & Lobster Bake. Whether you are vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, or desire a heartier protein, there will be something for every diet and preference. An open bar, music, and the ability to participate in both live and silent auctions will make it an unforgettable night for all. Come out and bring your friends to support land conservation and public access! Tickets are $150 each or for $1,500, you can enjoy a VIP table including 8 tickets reserved for you and your select guests.
Click here to view our Art for Acres Catalog

Rescheduled for August 18th: Nature for Kids
2023-08-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
****Due to an event conflict, this program is rescheduled for August 18th. We apologize for any inconvenience.***

Art for Acres: Art Preview
2023-08-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Join us for a reception and art preview at the Oak Point Farm visitor center. View the many beautiful works of art to be auctioned during the Art for Acres: Art Auction on August 4, 2023. Meet the talented artists and sculptors and learn about their process and inspiration. Absentee bids will be accepted during this reception (only those who attend the Art Auction will have the opportunity to live-bid on items). Click here to view our Art for Acres Catalog. This event is free and open to the public. This free event requires registration. Please register using the form below:

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Babes in the Woods
2023-08-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Babes in the Woods is a nature discovery program geared to children ages 2-5 along with their families or caregivers. Participate in age-appropriate games, crafts, stories, and other activities to connect to the natural world. Special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of ecological themes and includes a short and easy walk. The group meets on the large deck of the white farmhouse at Oak Point Farm. Group size is limited for this free event and registration is required by filling out the online form below:

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Story Trail Walk: We Are Water Protectors
2023-08-01 - 2023-08-31 | 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 is in partnership with the Boothbay Region Clean Water Drinking Initiative in recognition of National Water Quality Month and features the read-aloud book “We Are Water Protectors”, written by Carole Lindstrom and illustrated by Michaela Goade.
Inspired by the many Indigenous-led movements across North America, We Are Water Protectors issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth’s water from harm and corruption―in a bold and lyrical 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.

Penny Lake Preserve Hike
2023-07-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Penny Lake Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Penny Lake Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Located in downtown Boothbay Harbor, Penny Lake Preserve is a freshwater wetland with adjoining woodlands and an open field. A system of easy hiking trails offers an abundant variety of wildlife, including migratory and nesting birds, turtles, beaver, deer, and even a very occasional moose. In addition, numerous plants thrive in this varied natural habitat, from wildflowers to cattails and from hardwood trees to evergreens. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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