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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-level 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 yoga mat or a towel. Donations are welcome and registration is not required.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-3/2024-06-22/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T093000
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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-level 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 yoga mat or a towel. Donations are welcome and registration is not required.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-3/2024-06-15/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
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SUMMARY:Trail Tuesday: Hike Penny Lake Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Tuesdays with the Boothbay Region Land Trust!  Every Tuesday at 10 AM\, we’ll gather at a different BRLT trailhead for a leisurely 1-2 mile hike\, allowing time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist\, our walks will include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into the preserve’s ecology including the diverse plant and animal life. \nNo need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy shoes\, pack some water\, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. In the event of inclement weather\, cancellations will be posted on the BRLT website 24 hours in advance. Come for one hike or join us for the entire series. We look forward to seeing you on Trail Tuesdays! \nThis week’s hike will be lead by Ruth\, a BRLT volunteer and regular attendee of the weekly hikes. It will take place at Penny Lake Preserve: \nPenny Lake
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/trail-tuesday-hike-penny-lake-preserve/
LOCATION:Penny Lake Preserve
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Hiking,Trail Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240516T002757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T184636Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Tuesday: Hike Saunders Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Tuesdays with the Boothbay Region Land Trust!  Every Tuesday at 10 AM\, we’ll gather at a different BRLT trailhead for a leisurely 1-2 mile hike\, allowing time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist\, our walks will include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into the preserve’s ecology including the diverse plant and animal life. \nNo need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy shoes\, pack some water\, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. In the event of inclement weather\, cancellations will be posted on the BRLT website 24 hours in advance. Come for one hike or join us for the entire series. We look forward to seeing you on Trail Tuesdays! \nThis week’s hike is at Saunders Preserve: \nSaunders
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/trail-tuesday-hike-saunders-preserve/
LOCATION:Saunders Preserve
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Hiking,Trail Tuesdays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240529T011827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T011827Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: How to Find a Bird
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 book is  “How to Find a Bird” written by Jennifer Ward and illustrated by Diana Sudyka. \nYoung bird lovers will adore this lushly illustrated introduction to how to spot and observe our feathered friends. It features more than fifty different species\, from the giant whooping crane to the tiny ruby-throated hummingbird\, and so many in between. This celebration of the wondrous variety\, colors\, and sounds of the avian world is sure to have children grabbing their binoculars and heading outside to explore. \nThe story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours\, with a new book posted every few weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website. \n 
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-how-to-find-a-bird/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Story Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240412T171607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T205207Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Tuesday: Hike Porter Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Tuesdays with the Boothbay Region Land Trust!  Every Tuesday at 10 AM\, we’ll gather at a different BRLT trailhead for a leisurely 1-2 mile hike\, allowing time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist\, our walks will include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into the preserve’s ecology including the diverse plant and animal life. \nNo need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy shoes\, pack some water\, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. In the event of inclement weather\, cancellations will be posted on the BRLT website 24 hours in advance. Come for one hike or join us for the entire series. We look forward to seeing you on Trail Tuesdays! \nThis week’s hike is at Porter Preserve: \nPorter
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/trail-tuesday-hike-porter-preserve/
LOCATION:Porter Preserve\, 1 Porter Point Road\, Trevett\, ME\, 04571
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Hiking,Trail Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240423T135225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T190845Z
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SUMMARY:Midday Books at Oak Point Farm
DESCRIPTION:The May Meeting will discuss Fuzz : When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach. \n—— \nOffered in collaboration with Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library\, this book group focuses on the fascinating world of nonfiction science. Meetings take place on the 4th Thursday of the month at noon at Oak Point Farm to discuss the selected book of the month. New members are welcome! \nFor more information including the monthly book selection\, contact Bethany Schmidt of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library at 207-633-3112 or at tech@bbhlibrary.org.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/midday-books-at-oak-point-farm-3-2/2024-05-23/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240125T163120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T150117Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: From Forests to Faucets: Conservation Easements
DESCRIPTION:Note: Location has changed to Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens \nFrom Maine to California\, communities across America struggle to provide clean drinking water to their residents. In contrast\, the Boothbay region has the invaluable opportunity to preserve our public drinking water supplies before we have a problem. The solution is both the simplest and least expensive way possible: if we can conserve enough of the undeveloped forest in our public water sources’ watersheds\, the watersheds can continue to act as natural filters that clean water before it reaches the reservoirs. \nThis final session of our three part series will focus on conservation easements. Angela Twitchell of Maine Coast Heritage Trust Land Trust and Nick Ullo of Boothbay Region Land Trust will co-lead this session. From local and statewide perspectives\, they will discuss conservation easements\, their principles and process\, and the financial and conservation benefits for landowners and the community. All sessions are free to the public. Participants do not need to attend all sessions (each session stands alone and participants can attend as many or few as they choose). Light refreshments will be served. For more information\, please contact Jenn Cusick at cleandrinkingwater@bbrlt.org.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/partner-event-from-forests-to-faucets-conservation-easements/
LOCATION:Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens: Bosarge Family Education Center
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240412T170841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T170841Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Tuesday: Hike Ocean Point Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Tuesdays with the Boothbay Region Land Trust!  Every Tuesday at 10 AM\, we’ll gather at a different BRLT trailhead for a leisurely 1-2 mile hike\, allowing time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist\, our walks will include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into the preserve’s ecology including the diverse plant and animal life. \nNo need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy shoes\, pack some water\, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. In the event of inclement weather\, cancellations will be posted on the BRLT website 24 hours in advance. Come for one hike or join us for the entire series. We look forward to seeing you on Trail Tuesdays! \nThis week’s hike is at Ocean Point Preserve: \nOcean Point
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/trail-tuesday-hike-ocean-point-preserve/
LOCATION:Ocean Point Preserve
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Hiking,Trail Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240412T164201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T164240Z
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SUMMARY:Partner Event: Clean Drinking Water Initiative Volunteer Training Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a rewarding training session tailored for volunteers eager to make a difference with the Clean Drinking Water Initiative in Boothbay\, Maine. Our mission focuses on safeguarding drinking water through education and land conservation efforts. As a volunteer\, you will have the opportunity to staff educational and informational tables at local events\, engaging the community on vital water quality topics and the impactful work of the Initiative. Gain valuable insights and resources to effectively communicate our message and inspire public involvement. Together\, let’s champion clean drinking water for all. Join us in our upcoming training session to become an integral part of this important cause.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/partner-event-clean-drinking-water-initiative-volunteer-training-session/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Clean Drinking Water Initiative,Volunteer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240412T170135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T170135Z
UID:10000393-1715680800-1715684400@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Trail Tuesday: Hike Oak Point Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trail Tuesdays with the Boothbay Region Land Trust!  Every Tuesday at 10 AM\, we’ll gather at a different BRLT trailhead for a leisurely 1-2 mile hike\, allowing time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist\, our walks will include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into the preserve’s ecology including the diverse plant and animal life. \nNo need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy shoes\, pack some water\, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. In the event of inclement weather\, cancellations will be posted on the BRLT website 24 hours in advance. Come for one hike or join us for the entire series. We look forward to seeing you on Trail Tuesdays! \nThis week’s hike is at Oak Point Farm: \nOak Point Farm
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/trail-tuesday-hike-oak-point-farm/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Hiking,Trail Tuesdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240423T144310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T153019Z
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SUMMARY:Predators: The Balance of Nature
DESCRIPTION:What are some commonly-held myths about predators\, and what problems do they face? Learn about predators in the context of food webs and natural cycles in this presentation by Chewonki’s Traveling Natural History program. Attendees will explore attitudes toward predators and reasons for their decline throughout history\, including habitat loss and human interference. We will discuss the importance of predators in maintaining the world’s ecological balance. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to study mounted animals and see three live\, non-releasable predators during this special presentation. \nThis free event is part of BRLT’s Spring Guest Speaker Series sponsored by Tindal & Callahan Real Estate. This talk will take place inside the farmhouse at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm and has limited space. Please scroll down and register below: \n  \n \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/predators-the-balance-of-nature/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker Series,Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240423T135225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T190845Z
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SUMMARY:Midday Books at Oak Point Farm
DESCRIPTION:The May Meeting will discuss Fuzz : When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach. \n—— \nOffered in collaboration with Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library\, this book group focuses on the fascinating world of nonfiction science. Meetings take place on the 4th Thursday of the month at noon at Oak Point Farm to discuss the selected book of the month. New members are welcome! \nFor more information including the monthly book selection\, contact Bethany Schmidt of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library at 207-633-3112 or at tech@bbhlibrary.org.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/midday-books-at-oak-point-farm-3-2/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240322T190507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T192327Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Fest 2024
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to join our friends on the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday\, April 20th from 10am to 1pm. Several local nonprofit organizations are co-sponsoring this event\, offering activities and information. \nBoothbay Region Land Trust will share details about our local preserves\, flora\, and fauna. Staff will be overseeing a touch table filled with natural objects from our region and will offer an activity as well. \nFor more information on Earth Day Fest 2024\, visit the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library website at: www.https://bbhlibrary.org/
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/earth-day-fest-2024/
LOCATION:Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Nature for Kids,Spring Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240327T165322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T195210Z
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SUMMARY:Pond Construction & Maintenance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build and maintain a pond to enhance your landscape\, increase biodiversity\, and maximize wildlife habitat. The presenter is Candice Gilpatric\, an engineer at the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This program is offered in collaboration with Knox Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District and NRCS. \nAfter the indoor classroom experience\, participants will walk to the Oak Point Farm pond for further discussion. Please dress for the weather and ground conditions. In the event of cancellation for bad weather\, we will get in touch by email by 8:00 AM. \nFee:\n$15 per individual; Online payment: $16 per individual \nRegister here \nPlease submit registration form and payment by April 5th. \nQuestions? 596-2040 or julie@knox-lincoln.org
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/pond-construction-maintenance-workshop/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240521
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240410T203920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T203920Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Compost Stew
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 book is  “Compost Stew” written by Mary McKenna Siddals and illustrated by Ashley Wolff. \nJust in time for spring\, enjoy this imaginative and engaging introduction to the concept of composting. How do you start a compost pile? What’s safe to include? This inviting book provides all the answers for kids and families looking for simple\, child-friendly ways to help our gardens and the planet. \nThe story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours\, with a new book posted every few weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website. \n 
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-compost-stew/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Story Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240312T151218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T151218Z
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SUMMARY:Kelp Forests of The Gulf Of Maine
DESCRIPTION:The Gulf of Maine contains several ecosystems\, including mysterious kelp forests. These strands of brown seaweed stand several feet tall and are used by fish and other organisms to swim through\, hide in\, and gain nutrients. Kelp forests provide critical ecosystem functions\, yet climate change is reshaping their distribution and the rules that govern them. In this talk\, Dr. Rasher will discuss his collaborative research in the Gulf of Maine\, which has documented rapid change within Maine’s kelp forests\, the drivers of change\, and how these changes are redefining the ecology of Maine’s coast. He will also talk about what measures can be taken to ensure that Maine’s remaining kelp forests persist in the coming decades. \nDr. Douglas Rasher is a marine ecologist and Senior Research Scientist at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences. Rasher’s research spans the globe — from tropical coral reefs to subarctic kelp forests — and employs interdisciplinary techniques\, all with a central aim of revealing the causes and consequences of abrupt habitat shifts within reef ecosystems. When not doing science\, Dr. Rasher enjoys boating\, hiking\, and skiing on Maine’s coast with his wife and two children. \nThis free event is part of BRLT’s three-part Spring Guest Speaker Series sponsored by Tindal & Callahan Real Estate. This talk will take place inside the farmhouse at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm and has limited space. Please scroll down and register below: \n \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/kelp-forests-of-the-gulf-of-maine/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240213T000105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T134906Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled: Coyote: America’s Songdog
DESCRIPTION:***This event has been cancelled*** \nJoin conservation biologist Geri Vistein as she takes you on a journey to discover the important and resilient Coyote in a way you have never heard before. This presentation will center on perceptions and relationships\, including Coyote’s interactions with other wildlife\, the environment\, and humans.   Discover the importance of these carnivores and their vital role in maintaining the biodiversity of our planet.  Come hear the Song Dogs Sing! \nThis free event is part of BRLT’s three-part Spring Guest Speaker Series sponsored by Tindal & Callahan Real Estate. Please register by filling out the form below: \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/coyote-americas-songdog/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Guest Speaker Series,Lecture,Winter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240120T133002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T151858Z
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SUMMARY:Event Full: Migration: Preparation\, Rumination\, and Desperation
DESCRIPTION:***This event is currently at capacity and we have started a waiting list. Please email your contact information to thall@bbrlt.org to be added to the waiting list*** \nSpring migration is the most exciting time for Maine birders. Temperatures are warming\, and billions of birds are winging their way north. Soon the state will be filled with warblers\, vireos\, waterfowl\, raptors\, and many more. Will you be ready? This presentation from Maine Audubon Advocacy and Outreach Manager Nick Lund discusses the science of migration and helps birders prepare to find and identify Maine’s new spring arrivals. \nThis free event is part of BRLT’s three-part Spring Guest Speaker Series sponsored by Tindal & Callahan Real Estate. This talk will take place inside the farmhouse at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm and has limited space. \n  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/migration-preparation-rumination-and-desperation/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Birding,Guest Speaker Series,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240125T162747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T185155Z
UID:10000381-1709659800-1709665200@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Partner Event: From Forests to Faucets: Water Quality
DESCRIPTION:From Maine to California\, communities across America struggle to provide clean drinking water to their residents. In contrast\, the Boothbay region has a matchless opportunity to preserve our public drinking water supplies before we have a problem. The solution is both the simplest and least expensive way possible: if we can conserve enough of the undeveloped forest in our public water sources’ watersheds\, the watersheds can continue to act as natural filters that clean water before it reaches the reservoirs. \nFor the second lecture in our series\, Dr. Rachel Sipler\, director of the Water Health and Humans Initiative and Senior Research Scientist\, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences\, will lead a session that explores what we know about Adams Pond and Knickerbocker Lake water quality\, factors that influence water quality\, and lake monitoring programs. All sessions are free to the public. Participants do not need to attend all sessions (each session stands alone and participants can attend as many or few as they choose). Light refreshments will be served. For more information\, please contact Jenn Cusick at cleandrinkingwater@bbrlt.org.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/partner-event-from-forests-to-faucets-with-dr-rachel-sipler/
LOCATION:Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240125T162009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T185313Z
UID:10000380-1709139600-1709145000@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Partner Event: From Forests to Faucets: Watersheds 101
DESCRIPTION:From Maine to California\, communities across America struggle to provide clean drinking water to their residents. In contrast\, the Boothbay region has a matchless opportunity to preserve our public drinking water supplies before we have a problem. The solution is both the simplest and least expensive way possible: if we can conserve enough of the undeveloped forest in our public water sources’ watersheds\, the watersheds can continue to act as natural filters that clean water before it reaches the reservoirs. \nThe first lecture in this three part series\, titled Watershed 101\, will be led by Rebecca Jacobs of Knox-Lincoln County Soil and Water Conservation District. This forum will provide a basic understanding of how watersheds work and why human activities within watersheds are critical to protecting water quality. Although our emphasis is on Adams Pond and Knickerbocker Lake\, this session is relevant to all. We all live in a watershed!  All sessions are free to the public. Participants do not need to attend all sessions (each session stands alone and participants can attend as many or few as they choose). Light refreshments will be served. For more information\, please contact Jenn Cusick at cleandrinkingwater@bbrlt.org.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/partner-event-watersheds-101/
LOCATION:Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens: Bosarge Family Education Center
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240222T141553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T141553Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Whose Tracks Are These?
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 book is  “Whose Tracks Are These” written by Jim Nail and illustrated by Hyla Skudder. \nA series of clues and striking illustrations detail how to identify a variety of paw prints found in the woodlands. Learn about many familiar forest animals\, their habitats\, and how to spot their tracks during your forest adventures! Then test your new track knowledge by playing the matching game contained within. \nThe story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours\, with a new book posted every few weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website. \n 
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-whose-tracks-are-these/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Story Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240120T124447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T124447Z
UID:10000319-1707300000-1707303600@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Biomimicry Talk with Chewonki
DESCRIPTION:Many of the engineering challenges facing humans today are similar to difficulties that exist in the natural world. Plants and animals have evolved through generations of successes and failures resulting in remarkable adaptations to overcome these challenges. Join us as we host the Chewonki Traveling Natural History program and explore the ways engineers have taken advantage of nature’s bright ideas through biomimicry. During this presentation\, we will meet some live animals that help draw comparisons between human-made products and animal adaptations. As we look for creative solutions to future problems\, perhaps we can find inspiration by observing nature in our own backyard! \nSpace is limited for this free event and registration is required by filling out the form below: \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/biomimicry-talk-with-chewonki/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20250205T011312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T011509Z
UID:10000675-1706745600-1710460799@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 during the month of March 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-5/
LOCATION:Cross River Preserve
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Natural History,Winter Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240102T121906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T122925Z
UID:10000316-1706745600-1710460799@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-4/
LOCATION:Cross River Preserve
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Natural History,Winter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240102T123119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T123119Z
UID:10000317-1706004000-1706007600@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 one-mile walk through the forests of Oak Point Farm. Winter trail conditions are present so sturdy boots with good traction are recommended. \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-2/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Natural History,Winter Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240220
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20240104T161421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T173214Z
UID:10000318-1704499200-1708387199@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: Winter Sleep
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 book is  “Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story” written by Sean Taylor and Alex Morss and illustrated by Cinyee Chiu. \nIn this cozy story\, follow a child and his grandma through a winter landscape to explore how the Earth goes to sleep for winter. Spot the sleeping animals as the tale unfolds\, then learn about their hibernation habits from the information pages at the end. In each cutaway scene\, see what the child cannot—that underground below his feet are dens with sleeping creatures\, and within the hollow trunks of trees\, animals are nesting. After the story\, annotated illustrations explain the hibernation facts for each animal and what they will do when they wake up for spring. \nThe story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours\, with a new book posted every few weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website. \n 
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-winter-sleep/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Story Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20231012T163351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T163959Z
UID:10000308-1703174400-1703185200@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Lantern Walk
DESCRIPTION:With the shortest hours of daylight upon us\, lanterns bring warmth and illumination to the darkness. Celebrate the winter solstice and the return to longer days with a self-guided lightly illuminated walk at Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm. Arrive anytime between 4 and 7 pm and follow the lanterns spaced along a 1/2 mile universal access trail encircling a freshwater pond\, through field and forest\, with moonlit views of a tidal cove. Bundle up and come enjoy nature from a new perspective. BRLT staff will be on-hand attending a firepit warming station and a hot beverage bar and look forward to seeing you. This event is free and open to everyone\, and registration is not required. For more information\, contact BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/winter-solstice-lantern-walk-3/
LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Night Hike,Winter Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20231129T170700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T114759Z
UID:10000315-1702461600-1702467000@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled Due to Illness: 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 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-4/
LOCATION:Ovens Mouth East Preserve
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History,Summer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T033459
CREATED:20231101T193448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T193448Z
UID:10000314-1701252000-1701255600@bbrlt.org
SUMMARY:Porter Preserve Hike
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGroup size is limited for this free event with registration required by filling out the form below: \n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/porter-preserve-hike-5/
LOCATION:Porter Preserve\, 1 Porter Point Road\, Trevett\, ME\, 04571
CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History
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