Forest Walk & Tree Talk at Autumn View Preserve
2026-08-12 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Autumn View, 60 Autumn View Ln, Boothbay Harbor, ME, United States
Forest Walk & Tree Talk at Autumn View PreserveDate: Wednesday, August 12thTime: 10 AM-11:30 AMLocation: Autumn View Preserve at the end of Autumn View Lane (formerly Giles Road), Boothbay Harbor, ME
Investigate the wonders of our local forests while exploring BRLT’s newest preserve during an informative walk with Maine Forest Service District Forester Jared Gregory. This walk will focus on tree identification, while branching into broader topics such as forest ecology, historical land use, silviculture, and wildlife habitat. Jared’s flexible, conversational style invites questions and curiosity. This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of Midcoast Maine’s woodlands, learn practical tree ID tips, and explore one of our newest protected spaces.
This walk will be approximately 1 mile in length over uneven terrain. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring bottled water. Space is limited with registration required by filling out the form below:

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Nature for Kids
2026-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Fridays at 10:00 AMFree | Drop-in Program
Join us for Nature for Kids, a fun and engaging weekly outdoor program for school-age children and their caregivers! Each Friday, we explore a new nature theme—anything from discovering animal homes and identifying trees to pond studies and learning about camouflage.
Programs are designed to spark curiosity and encourage hands-on exploration, often including a short walk along Oak Point Farm’s easy, scenic trails. Whether we’re peeking into a beaver lodge, searching for birds, or getting our shoes a little muddy at the pond’s edge, every week offers a new adventure.
This is a free, drop-in program—no registration needed. Just meet us on the farmhouse deck and come ready to explore!
What to bring:

Sturdy shoes
Clothes that can get dirty or wet
A sense of curiosity!

We look forward to seeing you outside! 🌿

Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm
2026-08-15 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-08-22 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-08-29 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-09-05 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-09-12 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-09-19 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-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.

Trail Tuesday: Gregory Hiking Trail
2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Gregory Hiking Trai, 2 Sawyer's Island Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
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 plenty of time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist, our walks include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into each preserve’s ecology, including its diverse plant and animal life.
No need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy hiking shoes, bring water, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. Trail conditions vary by preserve and may include uneven terrain, roots, rocks, hills, or wet areas, so please come prepared and choose footwear appropriate for the trail. To help ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone and to protect the wildlife we encounter, please leave dogs at home.
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!
This week’s hike is at Gregory Hiking Trail:
Gregory Trail

Trail Tuesday: Oak Point Farm
2026-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
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 plenty of time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist, our walks include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into each preserve’s ecology, including its diverse plant and animal life.
No need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy hiking shoes, bring water, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. Trail conditions vary by preserve and may include uneven terrain, roots, rocks, hills, or wet areas, so please come prepared and choose footwear appropriate for the trail. To help ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone and to protect the wildlife we encounter, please leave dogs at home.
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!
This week’s hike is at Oak Point Farm:
Oak Point Farm

Midday Books at Oak Point Farm
2026-08-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
The August meeting will discuss:
Six Easy Pieces: Essentials of Physics Explained by Its Most Brilliant Teacher by Richard Feynman
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Offered 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!
For more information, including the monthly book selection, contact Bethany Schmidt of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library at 207-633-3112 or at tech@bbhlibrary.org.

Trail Tuesday: Hike Cross River Preserve
2026-09-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Cross River Preserve
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 plenty of time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist, our walks include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into each preserve’s ecology, including its diverse plant and animal life.
No need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy hiking shoes, bring water, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. Trail conditions vary by preserve and may include uneven terrain, roots, rocks, hills, or wet areas, so please come prepared and choose footwear appropriate for the trail. To help ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone and to protect the wildlife we encounter, please leave dogs at home.
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!
This week’s hike will take place at Cross River Preserve:
Cross River

Trail Tuesday: Hike Penny Lake Preserve
2026-09-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Penny Lake Preserve
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 plenty of time to soak in the scenery and marvel at nature along the way. Led by a naturalist, our walks include occasional stops to share fascinating insights into each preserve’s ecology, including its diverse plant and animal life.
No need to worry about advanced registration—simply lace up your sturdy hiking shoes, bring water, and meet us at the parking lot kiosk. Trail conditions vary by preserve and may include uneven terrain, roots, rocks, hills, or wet areas, so please come prepared and choose footwear appropriate for the trail. To help ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone and to protect the wildlife we encounter, please leave dogs at home.
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!
This week’s hike will take place at Penny Lake Preserve:
Penny Lake

2026 Annual Membership Meeting
2026-09-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Newagen Seaside Inn, 60 Newagen Colony Rd, Southport, ME, 04576
Please join us for our Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday, September 10th at 5pm at Newagen Seaside Inn.
Tickets are $25/person and include chef’s table, dinner and dessert. Beer/wine cash bar will also be available.
Throughout dinner service, guests will enjoy a guest speaker presentation and Q&A, followed by the Boothbay Region Land Trust year-in-review and business meeting.
Please check back for ongoing updates, including dinner menu; guest speaker/presentation title; business meeting agenda; and bios for board nominees.
Please note: In order to vote during the business meeting, individuals must be members of Boothbay Region Land Trust. A member is any person/household who has donated any amount to Boothbay Region Land Trust within the past 12-months. You are welcome to donate at any time prior to or during the event in order to participate. If you are unsure of your membership status, please contact the office at brlt@bbrlt.org or (207) 633-4818.
Evening Schedule:
5pm Drinks and Mingling
6pm Dinner & Guest Speaker Presentation
7pm Business Meeting & Dessert
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Damariscove Island Boat Trip 2026
2026-09-11 08:30 - 15:00 | Balmy Days Cruises, 42 Commercial St, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538, United States
Join us for a captivating day of exploration on Damariscove Island! Embark on a scenic boat ride with the Boothbay Region Land Trust (BRLT) to one of Maine’s most unique and fascinating islands. Damariscove Island has a storied history. Prior to its colonization in 1614, the island was vital to the Abenaki people for fishing and berry picking. It served as one source in a larger trade network of communities connected by the Algonquin language as well as a seasonal vacation spot for families to camp, hunt, and fish. It is also one of the earliest European settlement sites, dating back over four centuries. During the voyage, a BRLT representative will provide fascinating insights into the island’s rich history and unique natural features.
Once on the island, enjoy a variety of activities including five miles of picturesque hiking trails, tide-pooling, and perfect spots for picnicking. You can also visit a small rustic museum to delve deeper into the island’s storied past.
Please be aware that Damariscove Island is a nature preserve with rugged terrain and limited amenities. The only facility available is a composting toilet. The island is nearly treeless with little to no shade. Be sure to bring plenty of water, sun protection, and anything else you might need for a comfortable visit of several hours. We look forward to sharing this remarkable adventure with you!
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Midday Books at Oak Point Farm
2026-09-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
The September meeting will discuss:
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
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Offered 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!
For more information, including the monthly book selection, contact Bethany Schmidt of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library at 207-633-3112 or at tech@bbhlibrary.org.

Fall Wildflower Walk at Autumn View Preserve
2026-10-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Autumn View, 60 Autumn View Ln, Boothbay Harbor, ME, United States
In the early fall, you can still find wildflowers blooming in the meadows and woodlands of the Boothbay Region. Join botanist and BRLT volunteer Lauren Stockwell for a leisurely guided walk at our newest preserve, Autumn View Farm. As we explore the trails, Lauren will help participants identify a variety of common wildflowers and highlight the unique features and adaptations of each plant.
This is an easy-paced walk with uneven surfaces suitable for all ages with an interest in the natural world.
Space is limited, and advance registration is required.Please reserve your spot by filling out the form below.

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Partner Event: 2026 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
2026-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Penny Lake Preserve
Help us save lives from breast cancer! Boothbay Region Garden Club in partnership with Boothbay Region Land Trust is hosting a short fundraising walk as part of the nation-wide Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraising walks taking place in nearly 150 communities during the month of October – breast cancer awareness month. Proceeds from this walk will help to fund patient support services and lifesaving research. Come join our team!
Participants are asked to bring a donation (checks only please, made out to American Cancer Society) and to wear PINK in support of breast cancer awareness. We will begin our walk at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church (32 Emery Lane in Boothbay Harbor) and from there will continue to Penny Lake Preserve where we will walk the trail.
All are welcome to join!
Parking: Park and meet at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church (32 Emery Ln Boothbay Harbor) where we will begin the walk.

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

Midday Books at Oak Point Farm
2026-10-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
The October meeting will discuss:
The Age of Deer: Trouble and Kinship with our Wild Neighbors by Erika Howsare
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Offered 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!
For more information, including the monthly book selection, contact Bethany Schmidt of Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library at 207-633-3112 or at tech@bbhlibrary.org.
