BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Boothbay Region Land Trust - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Boothbay Region Land Trust X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bbrlt.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Boothbay Region Land Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230707T192827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T193758Z UID:10000280-1689156000-1689163200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:CLIP Work Party DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/clip-work-party-3/2023-07-12/ LOCATION:Penny Lake Preserve CATEGORIES:CLIP,Summer Events,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Penny-Lake-Invasive-Plants-e1625067036960.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230523T154014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T154014Z UID:10000267-1689152400-1689163200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Open House for Educators DESCRIPTION:Calling all teachers! Did you know BRLT offers free environmental education to local youth? Our experienced Environmental Educator can work with you to craft a custom field trip or schoolyard visit to support your classroom curriculum. Stop in during our open house at Oak Point Farm to see the indoor and outdoor learning spaces\, natural playground\, story trail\, nature kit learning program\, and menu of free classes. To register for this open house please fill out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/open-house-for-educators/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/BRLT-Educator-Open-House-July-12-2023.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T093000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T115957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T110606Z UID:10000205-1688805000-1688808600@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-2/2023-07-08/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/yoga-on-the-deck-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20220722T004526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230618T160820Z UID:10000171-1688724000-1688727600@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Nature for Kids DESCRIPTION: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. Group size is limited for this free event and registration is required by filling out the online form below or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org. \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/nature-for-kids-3/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Nature for Kids,Summer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/kids-with-nets-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230706T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230610T010935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T164113Z UID:10000271-1688637600-1688641200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Event Full: Porter Preserve Hike DESCRIPTION:***This event has reached capacity. Consider joining us for another scheduled program***Discover the history and ecology of Porter Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. A trail leads through a thick forest\, which features old-growth spruce\, oak\, and pine trees. Several scenic overlooks provide views toward cliffs and ledge rocks where seals can occasionally be seen sunbathing at low tide\, while a large sandy beach is flanked by signs of an old homestead. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/porter-preserve-hike-3/ LOCATION:Porter Preserve\, 1 Porter Point Road\, Trevett\, ME\, 04571 CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History,Summer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/porter_preserve-e1625068029686.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230705T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230705T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230607T185752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T185752Z UID:10000270-1688551200-1688554800@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Babes in the Woods DESCRIPTION: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 usually includes a short and easy walk. 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: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/babes-in-the-woods-9/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Babes in the Woods,Family Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/babes-in-the-woods-e1577982701960.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230702 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230731 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230630T142311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T142311Z UID:10000275-1688256000-1690761599@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Run Wild DESCRIPTION: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 “Run Wild”\, written and illustrated by David Covell. \nThis lushly illustrated ode to outdoor play and nature should inspire even the most reluctant couch potato to get out and “run wild.” Full spreads in bold\, impressionistic pen-and-ink and watercolor images reflect the movement and freedom of the outdoors. \nThe 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-run-wild/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Story Trail END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T093000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T115957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T110606Z UID:10000204-1688200200-1688203800@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-2/2023-07-01/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/yoga-on-the-deck-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T114712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T123108Z UID:10000198-1687773600-1687777200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Oak Point Farm Hike (Location Moved from Gregory Preserve) DESCRIPTION:***Note: Due to unforseen circumstances the Gregory Preserve hike has moved locations to Oak Point Farm***Discover the history and ecology of Oak Point Farm during a leisurely one mile hike with Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator Tracey Hall. 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 is limited to 15 participants with registration required by filling out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/gregory-preserve-hike-3/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History,Summer Camps END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T093000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T115957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T110606Z UID:10000203-1687595400-1687599000@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-2/2023-06-24/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/yoga-on-the-deck-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230620T103000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T111309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T110117Z UID:10000196-1687251600-1687257000@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Canceled due to Weather: Spring Wildflower Walk DESCRIPTION:***this program has been canceled due to the rain. Stay tuned for a new date *** Early summer brings a burst of beautiful wildflowers to the fields and forests of the Boothbay Region. Discover our local plants with Botanist and BRLT volunteer Lauren Stockwell during this easy guided walk at Oak Point Farm. Learn to identify some of our common wildflowers while observing the unique features of each plant. \nGroup size is limited for this free event with advance registration required by filling out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/spring-wildflower-walk-3/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Natural History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Canada-Mayflower-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T093000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T115957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T110606Z UID:10000202-1686990600-1686994200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-2/2023-06-17/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/yoga-on-the-deck-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T113000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230430T205120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T205120Z UID:10000195-1686736800-1686742200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Ovens Mouth East Preserve Hike DESCRIPTION:Discover the history and ecology of Ovens Mouth East Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. This wooded preserve features shoreline trails\, quiet coves\, a salt marsh\, and the dramatic tidal change of the Ovens Mouth passage. This area has always been inviting for maritime activities because of its deep-water access and protected location. Settled in the mid-1700s\, one of the region’s earliest shipyards was located here and both British and American vessels hid in the coves during the Revolution. Group is limited to 15 participants for this free event and registration is required by filling out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/ovens-mouth-east-preserve-hike-3/ LOCATION:Ovens Mouth East Preserve CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History,Summer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Ovens-Mouth-1-e1625072366128.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T093000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230501T115957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T110606Z UID:10000201-1686385800-1686389400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-2/2023-06-10/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/yoga-on-the-deck-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20220914T133841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T203608Z UID:10000111-1686132000-1686135600@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Babes in the Woods DESCRIPTION: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 usually includes a short and easy walk. 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: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/babes-in-the-woods-8/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Babes in the Woods,Family Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/babes-in-the-woods-e1577982701960.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230530T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230430T200400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230430T200604Z UID:10000193-1685440800-1685444400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Ocean Point Preserve Hike DESCRIPTION: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 12 participants with registration required by filling out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/ocean-point-preserve-hike-4/ LOCATION:Ocean Point Preserve CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/ocean-point-forest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230629 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230525T133623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T133623Z UID:10000268-1684972800-1687996799@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Flowers Are Calling DESCRIPTION: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 “Flowers Are Calling”\, written by Rita Gray and illustrated by Kenard Pak. \nFlowers are calling to all the animals of the forest\, “Drink me!”—but it’s the pollinators who feast on their nectar. In rhyming poetic form and with luminous artwork\, this book shows us the marvel of natural cooperation between plants\, animals\, and insects as they each play their part in the forest’s cycle of life. \nThe 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-flowers-are-calling/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Story Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/flowers-are-calling.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230328T182315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T133901Z UID:10000191-1683964800-1683979200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Boothbay Region Watershed Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Do to staffing concerns at the Water District\, this event has been cancelled. \nIn honor of Drinking Water Week\, members of the Clean Drinking Water Initiative\, including Boothbay Region Land Trust\, are organizing a volunteer watershed cleanup around Adams Pond and Knickerbocker Lake. In addition to improving the beauty of our home peninsula\, cleaning up trash\, especially in the watershed of our public water supply\, will contribute to the long-term quality of our drinking water. While cleanup along the busy roadside on Rt. 27 will be overseen by water district staff\, volunteers from the land trust and other organizations will focus their efforts on quieter roads within the watershed. Let’s work together to protect the water quality of Adams Pond and Knickerbocker Lake! URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/boothbay-region-watershed-cleanup/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Water District\, 184 Adams Pond Rd\, Boothbay\, ME\, 04537 CATEGORIES:Clean Drinking Water Initiative,Volunteer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/knickercane.lowres-e1680027697445.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T090000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230405T145034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T104826Z UID:10000192-1683961200-1683968400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Event Full: World Migratory Bird Day Birding Walk DESCRIPTION:***This event has reached capacity. Send an email with your name and contact info to thall@bbrlt.org to be placed on the waiting list***\nJoin local birder and BRLT volunteer Nancy Bither on an entertaining and informative birding walk in celebration of World Migratory Bird Day at Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve. May is the peak time of bird migration and many exciting species will be passing through our area on their way north. Birders of all levels are welcome. Wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars or borrow a pair of ours. \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/world-migratory-bird-day-birding-walk-2/ LOCATION:Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve CATEGORIES:Birding,Conservation,Natural History,Spring Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/297049561-1280px.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230301T144216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T184522Z UID:10000185-1682157600-1682168400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:6th Annual Earth Day Fest at the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library DESCRIPTION:We are excited to join our friends on the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday\, April 22nd from 10 AM to 1 PM. Several local non-profits are co-sponsoring this event\, offering activities and information.\nBoothbay Region Land Trust will share details about our local preserves\, flora\, and fauna. BRLT staff will be overseeing a touch table filled with natural objects from our region and offer you the opportunity to dissect an owl pellet. For more information on the 6th Annual Earth Day Fest\, visit the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library website at www.https://bbhlibrary.org/. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/6th-annual-earth-day-fest-at-the-boothbay-harbor-memorial-library/ LOCATION:Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Nature for Kids,Spring Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/111873983_earthday.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230522 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230328T154453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T154535Z UID:10000189-1681430400-1684713599@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: The Secret Pool DESCRIPTION: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 Secret Pool”\, written by Kimberly Ridley and illustrated by Rebekah Raye. \nYou might walk right by a vernal pool and not notice it. Often mistaken for mere puddles in the woods\, vernal pools are the source of life for many interesting creatures. If you look carefully you can find them—and be amazed! These secret pools form every year when low places on the forest floor fill up with rain and melted snow. They soon become home to hatching wood frogs\, spotted salamanders\, and fairy shrimp. Even in late summer and fall\, when many vernal pools have shrunk to mud holes\, creatures such as turtles and snakes rely on these places for shelter and food. The Secret Pool introduces young readers to the wonders right underfoot as the voice of a vernal pool shares its secrets through the seasons and as sidebars provide fun facts on its inhabitants and the crucial role these small\, often overlooked wetlands play in maintaining a healthy environment. \nThe 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-the-secret-pool/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/secret-pool.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230228T182405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T182405Z UID:10000184-1681293600-1681297200@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Signs of Spring Hike DESCRIPTION:After a long Maine winter\, the first signs of spring are a welcome sight\, offering promises of growth and renewal. While some of the signs of spring are obvious\, like longer daylight and warming temperatures\, some are less noticeable\, such as the swelling of buds on trees and the return of frogs and salamanders to our vernal pools. Discover the signs of spring during a slow-paced 1-mile walk through field and forest\, alongside a freshwater pond and tidal inlets. \nTo register for this free event please fill out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/signs-of-spring-hike-2/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History,Spring Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/spotted-salamander-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230130T161330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230311T132447Z UID:10000180-1680602400-1680606000@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:EVENT FULL: The Incredible Story of the Steller's Sea Eagle DESCRIPTION:***This event has reached capacity. To sign up for the waiting list\, please send your name\, contact information\, and the number of people in your party to BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.*** \nLast winter a vagrant eagle from Russia\, the Steller’s Sea-eagle\, captured the world’s imagination after it spent the winter on the coast of Maine. This majestic eagle was spotted several times throughout the Boothbay Region\, including on several Boothbay Region Land Trust preserves. Hear from Maine Audubon’s Nick Lund about how this amazing bird came to find itself in Maine\, the sensation it caused\, and an update on where this individual is now. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/the-incredible-story-of-the-stellers-sea-eagle/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Birding,Lecture,Winter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/John-Putrino-Stellar-Sea-Eagle.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230328 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230410 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230328T153356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T153356Z UID:10000188-1679961600-1681084799@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: I am Birch DESCRIPTION: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 “I am Birch”\, written and illustrated by Scott Kelley. \nA birch tree is an unlikely champion and protector of the forest in this story inspired by Gluskap\, the heroic and kind-hearted figure of Wabanaki legends. As rumors of coming cold and darkness spread through the woods\, chaos and fear grow. In a panic to collect and store food\, the animals do damage to their very homes. The birch\, now only a stump\, remains firmly rooted and\, with the wisdom and dry humor that only a stump can possess\, helps the animals put their fears to rest. \nThe 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-i-am-birch-2/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T160000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230223T163553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T214121Z UID:10000183-1679497200-1679500800@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:EVENT FULL: Owls of Maine: Habits and Adaptations of Maine's Native Owls DESCRIPTION:***This event has reached capacity. To sign up for the waiting list\, please send your name\, contact information\, and the number of people in your party to BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.*** \n  \nJoin us at Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm as we welcome Chewonki and two of their live owls to the farmhouse\, where they will introduce participants to the owls native to Maine and New England. Beginning with slides and sounds\, participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl.  Then\, using talons\, wings\, and skulls\, we explore the adaptations of these silent nocturnal hunters. This program ends with an intimate and detailed look at live owls\, bringing these creatures of the night into the light! \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/owls-of-maine-habits-and-adaptations-of-maines-native-owls/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Birding,Classes,Family Friendly,Lecture,Natural History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/istockphoto-531790598-612x612-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230321 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230130T162013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T133105Z UID:10000181-1676073600-1679356799@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Self-Guided Winter Tree Identification Walk DESCRIPTION:From bark to twigs to a tree silhouette against a cold winter sky\, this is the perfect time to go into the woods and observe and learn tree identification. This self-guided one mile walk will focus on the non-leaf characteristics used to identify tree species including bark patterns and textures\, leaf buds and scars\, tree shapes\, and habitat. Along the wooded trail that ends with views of the Cross River\, hikers will find over a dozen different tree species native to our area.  Pick up the winter tree identification pamphlet at the Cross River Preserve parking lot kiosk and follow the trail to find the individually marked trees described within. The trail is open anytime during daylight hours at Cross River Preserve. Winter hiking conditions are present so sturdy boots with traction devices are recommended. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/self-guided-winter-tree-identification-walk-3/ LOCATION:Cross River Preserve CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Natural History,Winter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/2021-01-31-14.21.20-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230210T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230124T163403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T163403Z UID:10000074-1676023200-1676026800@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Invasive Plants of Midcoast Maine DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered why folks are worried about invasive plants\, how they got here in the first place\, and whether are they really harmful to the ecosystem? Learn about the plants “from away” that are disturbing natural ecosystems and replacing the native vegetation that defines our region and on which wildlife depends. Learn to recognize key invasives in our area and explore control & prevention strategies. \nThis program is presented by Rebecca Jacobs\, Program Manager for the Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District in partnership with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Space is limited to 20 participants and registration is required. The group meets inside the white farmhouse at Oak Point Farm. To register for this program\, please fill out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/invasive-plants-of-midcoast-maine/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Lecture,Natural History,Winter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Bittersweet-Honeysuckle-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230306 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20230130T163009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T163009Z UID:10000182-1675468800-1678060799@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Hiders Seekers Finders Keepers DESCRIPTION: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 “Hiders Seekers Finders Keepers”\, written by Jessica and illustrated by Salini Perera. \nIn this poetic book\, discover the many ways animals prepare for the challenges of winter. Some\, the hiders\, choose a place to rest and wait out the winter\, hibernating under the ground or snuggling in a sheltered spot. Other creatures are seekers\, migrating to new locations where the weather is milder and the food sources more plentiful. And then there are the finders\, who keep warm and fed by adapting to the new conditions. Every animal knows just what to do — following an ingenious plan that’s just right for them! \nThe 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-hiders-seekers-finders-keepers/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Story Trail,Winter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/finders-keepers-book.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20221206T135613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T135613Z UID:10000072-1674036000-1674039600@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification Walk DESCRIPTION:As winter descends upon our landscape\, it can be difficult to recognize our region’s various species of trees. Join a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust to learn some tricks used to identify common trees in winter\, including bark\, buds\, twigs\, branching patterns\, and even smell. The group will meet at the parking lot kiosk and head out for a short easy walk through the forests of Oak Point Farm. \nRegistration is required for this free event by filling out the form below: \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/winter-tree-identification-walk-3/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Natural History,Winter Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221231 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230130 DTSTAMP:20260427T115838 CREATED:20221230T130547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T130547Z UID:10000073-1672444800-1675036799@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Animals in Winter DESCRIPTION: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 “Animals in Winter”\, written by Henrietta Bancroft and Richard G. Van Gelder with illustrations by Helen K. Davie. \nWinter is coming\, and the animals are preparing: Some birds\, bats\, and butterflies migrate; other animals hibernate. The squirrel and pika gather food and store it; mice\, deer\, rabbits\, and the handsome red fox forage and hunt all winter long. Discover how animals survive winter in this beautifully illustrated book. \nThe 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-animals-in-winter/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Story Trail,Winter Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/0064451658.01._SCLZZZZZZZ_SX500_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR