Boothbay Region Land Trust

Ovens Mouth East Preserve Hike
2022-08-16 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Ovens Mouth East Preserve
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 or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

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Paddle to Miles Island Preserve
2022-08-10 08:30 - 11:30 | Knickercane Public Boat Launch 43.88070° N, 69.66448° W
Grab your kayak or canoe and join BRLT Executive Director and registered Maine Kayak Guide Nick Ullo as he paddles out to Miles Island Preserve. This 4-mile round trip paddle will begin from the Knickercane boat launch and travel up the Back River before landing on the shoreline of Miles Island. Paddlers will have the opportunity to stretch their legs with a short hike showcasing the new trail system and campsite on the preserve. This approximately 3-hour adventure is best suited for intermediate and advanced paddlers. Participants should bring plenty of water, snacks, sunblock, and a PDF. Registration is required by filling out the form below or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org. (Raindate is 8/11 9:30-12:30).

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Porter Preserve Hike
2022-08-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Porter Preserve, 1 Porter Point Road, Trevett, ME, 04571
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. Group will park and meet in the field at Roberts Wharf at the terminus of West Side Road, .2 miles on the left past the main entrance to Porter Preserve. This hike is limited to 15 participants with registration required by filling out the form below or contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

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Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm: August 6th
2022-08-06 08:30 - 09:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Immerse your senses in the natural world and connect with your breath in this all levels hatha flow class on the farmhouse deck at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm. Begin your day with intention and reconnect with your body through mindful movement & focus on your breath while surrounded by the scenic beauty of a nature preserve. We will gently warm up our bodies in the morning air, move through basic standing yoga postures, do some strength building and stretch our muscles. Class is open to all levels and suitable for beginners. Please bring your own yoga mat or a towel. Group size is limited with a suggested donation of $15.
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Celebrate! Signs of Conservation Fundraiser
2022-08-04 17:30 - 21:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
This Event Is Sold Out!
We’re back! After a two-year hiatus from major events, Boothbay Region Land Trust will be hosting the Celebrate! Signs of Conservation fundraiser at Oak Point Farm. Join us on Thursday, August 4 from 5:30-9pm for a small auction, delicious dinner, cocktails, live music and dancing!
The evening will begin under the tent with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and spectacular water views. Once everyone is settled in, catching up with old friends and making some new, we’ll kick-off a live auction of retired BRLT preserve signs. Have you always dreamed of displaying your favorite preserve sign in your cottage (Porter Preserve anyone)? Now is your chance! These beautifully rustic wooden signs will be the topic of conversation and envy at every dinner party!
Portland band Champagne Casanova will officially get the party started with tunes that you know and love. These seasoned musicians can play anything from Fleetwood Mac and Tom Petty, to The Bleachers and Olivia Rodrigo. We guarantee you’ll hear a favorite tune, and if you don’t, request one!
Hors d’oeuvres, food stations, and an open bar will be provided all evening by Seacoast Catering & Lobster Bakes. Whether you are vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, or desire a heartier protein, there will be something for every diet and preference.
This is a summer event you won’t want to miss! Tickets are $150/person, or for $1,500 you can enjoy a VIP reserved table for eight. Invite your friends and family for an unforgettable evening of fun! Tickets are available online below or by calling our office; stopping in to Oak Point Farm to purchase tickets in person; or mailing a check to BRLT with “Celebrate Signs of Conservation” in the memo line.

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Nature for Kids
2022-07-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Nature for Kids is BRLT’s outdoor discovery program geared towards school-age children and their families. Join us for an easy walk sprinkled with activities and games that promote nature exploration and connection. Each month 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. 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.

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Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm: July 23
2022-07-23 08:30 - 09:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538

Babes in the Woods
2022-07-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Babes in the Woods is a nature discovery program geared to children ages 2-5 along with their families or caregivers. Participate in age-appropriate games, crafts, stories, and other activities to connect to the natural world. Special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of ecological themes and 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 or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org

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Event Full: Geology of the Boothbay Region
2022-07-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
***This event is at capacity and we are starting a waiting list. Please contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org to be added to the waiting list***
Discover the geology of the Boothbay Region with Professor of Geology Dave West during an easy walk around the universal access trails of BRLT’s Oak Point Farm. Join us for a general overview of the nearly 500 million-year geologic history preserved in the bedrock of the midcoast region of Maine. Although the current coast of Maine is relatively tame in terms of dramatic geologic activity, this has not always been the case. Professor West will provide insight into the dramatic history preserved in the geologic features of the midcoast region, including violent volcanic eruptions, massive earthquakes, and burial beneath over a mile of glacial ice. The spatial distribution of different rock types across the region, and how they relate to the present-day landscape, will also be discussed.
Dave West is a Professor of Geology at Middlebury College in Vermont who specializes in unraveling the bedrock geologic history of the northern Appalachians, with a particular interest in coastal Maine geology. A North Carolina native, Dave obtained his Masters and Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from the University of Maine and has been conducting geological research in Maine for over 30 years. Prior to arriving at Middlebury, Dave taught at Bowdoin College, Lafayette College in Pennsylvania, and Earlham College in Indiana.

Field & Forest Family Fun Day
2022-07-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
A day full of family fun including live music, a bouncy house, and nature-focused activity stations on one of Boothbay Region Land Trust most beautiful preserves! Join us in the grand opening of the Oak Point Farm natural play area, and explore all this location has to offer. This event is FREE to the community!

Story Trail Walk: A Worm Called Wallace
2022-07-13 - 2022-08-09 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “A Worm Called Wallace”, written by Jamie Rose with illustrations by Stephanie Stilwell.
From the book: Under the soil, under the surface, there lived a lowly worm called Wallace. One day he cried: “My world is dark and my life is no good, I’ve never seen the sun and all I eat is mud!” Wallace cried and Wallace sighed until from the dark a wise voice replied… That voice would change Wallace’s perspective forever!
The story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours, with a new book posted every four to five weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website.

Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm: July 9
2022-07-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538

Gregory Preserve Hike
2022-07-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Gregory Hiking Trai, 2 Sawyer's Island Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Discover the history and ecology of Gregory Preserve during a leisurely one mile hike with Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator Tracey Hall. This loop trail ventures through a varied woodland with lengthy frontage on the Back River, an eastern branch of the Sheepscot River. Hikers can enjoy walking around a small pond bordered by wildflowers and edged with cattails. Bullfrogs and dragonflies revel in this natural habitat, as well as deer, small mammals, and a variety of birds. Group is limited to 15 participants with registration required by filling out the form below:

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

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Spring Wildflower Walk
2022-06-24 09:00 - 10:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
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 Board member 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.
Group size is limited for this free event with advance registration required by filling out the form below or by contacting BRLT Education Manager Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

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Schoolhouse Pond Preserve Hike
2022-06-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Schoolhouse Pond Preserve
Discover the history and ecology of Schoolhouse Pond Preserve during a guided one-mile hike with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. The preserve was once the site of a schoolhouse and the cranberry bog is known locally as Schoolhouse Pond. The scenic, mile-long loop trail includes a variety of wildflowers, a mixed forest, interesting rock formations, and a beautiful old stone wall. Group size is limited to 15 participants and registration is required by filling out the form below:

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Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm: June 11
2022-06-11 08:30 - 09:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538

Postponed due to weather: Babes in the Woods
2022-06-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
***This event is postponed due to the weather forecast of heavy rains. New date coming soon*** 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 or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org

Story Trail Walk: The First Blade of Sweetgrass
2022-06-07 - 2022-07-10 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “The First Blade of Sweetgrass”, written by Susan Greenlaw and Gabriel Frey with illustrations by Nancy Baker.
In this story, Musqon is excited to accompany her grandmother for the first time to pick grass for basket making, but she must learn to distinguish the sweetgrass from other salt marsh grasses. Frustrated at first, she closes her eyes and lets the sun’s warmth and the spirit and peace of the marsh fill her. She sees her ancestors gathering grass as they have done for centuries. At last, the bright emerald blades of sweetgrass stand out before her, inviting her to harvest them. But she remembers not to pick the first blade she sees, leaving it to grow for future generations.
The story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours, with a new book posted every four to five weeks. Current book titles and dates will be updated on our website.

EVENT FULL: World Migratory Bird Day Birding Walk
2022-05-14 07:30 - 09:30 | Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve
EVENT FULL: Contact thall@bbrlt.org to be placed on the waiting list.
Join 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.
Group size is limited for this free event with advance registration required via the form below or by contacting BRLT Education Manager Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org.

Story Trail Walk: Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt
2022-05-06 - 2022-06-05 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt”, written by Kate Messner with art by Christopher Silas Neal.
This book is a sweet exploration of the hidden world and many lives of a garden over the course of a year. Up in the garden, the world is full of green—leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt, there is a busy world of earthworms digging, snakes hunting, skunks burrowing, and all the other animals that make a garden their home. In this exuberant and lyrical book, discover the wonders that lie hidden between stalks, under the shade of leaves…and down in the dirt.
The story trail at Oak Point Farm is open year-round during daylight hours, with a new book posted every four to five weeks. Current book titles will be updated on our website.

EVENT FULL: The Messenger: Documentary Film With Guest Speaker Dr. Jeffrey Wells
2022-04-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Harbor Theater, 185 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor, 04538, United States
***This Event has reached capacity and we are no longer accepting reservations.*** In recognition of Earth Day, join Boothbay Region Land Trust for a free showing of the bird-themed documentary film “The Messenger” with an introduction from Maine ornithologist Dr. Jeffrey Wells on Saturday, April 23rd at 2 PM at the Harbor Theater. The Messenger is an artful investigation into the causes of songbird mass depletion and the people working to turn the tide. This visually thrilling film reveals how the issues facing birds also pose daunting implications for our planet. Dr. Wells has connections to this film and will be sharing information on the birds of Maine and beyond, the plights they face, and what can be done about it.
Dr. Jeff Wells is the Vice-president of Boreal Conservation for the National Audubon Society. He has authored or co-authored books, articles, academic publications, and blogs, and is the co-author, with his wife Allison, of a popular bird and natural history column for the Boothbay Register. During his time at the Boreal Songbird Initiative, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and the National Audubon Society, Dr. Wells has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s leading bird experts and conservation biologists. He is now dedicated to understanding and protecting the land where North America’s birds are born and raised, the Boreal Forest region of Canada and Alaska.
This free event is limited to 80 participants with advance registration required.

BHML 5th Annual Earth Day Fest
2022-04-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library
We are excited to join our friends on the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library lawn to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 23rd from 10 AM to 1 PM. Several local non-profits are co-sponsoring this event, offering activities and information, including Bigelow Laboratory, Boothbay Region Clean Drinking Water Initiative, Boothbay Region Land Trust, Boothbay Sea & Science Center, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, GiveIT. GetIT., Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District, Merrymeeting Audubon, and Morris Farm.
Boothbay Region Land Trust will be offering information 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 5th Annual Earth Day Fest, visit the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Libraries website at www.https://bbhlibrary.org/.

Community Partner Event: Star Gazing Party
2022-04-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Merry Barn, 417 River Road, Edgecomb, ME, United States
Merry Barn Stargazing Party!
Community Literacy Event
Free and Open to the Public
April 22, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Author and illustrator Jamie Hogan will read from her latest book, Skywatcher. Create your own star gazing mask and draw constellations. Then head outside to observe and wonder. In case of rain, we’ll marvel at a virtual sky.
Sherman’s Maine Coast Bookstore will have copies of the book available for purchase.
This event is offered by The Merry Barn Writers’ Retreat & Educational Consulting
417 River Road Edgecomb, Maine
For more information: 207.752.2018 stephaniemcsherry@merrybarn.com
www.merrybarn.com

Signs of Spring Hike
2022-04-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
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.
This free event is open to everyone and limited to 12 participants. Registration is required by contacting BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 207-633-4818. In the case we need to reschedule due to inclement weather, we’ll notify those registered by email and post an update to this page. We love dogs, but ask that you leave them at home for this guided hike.

Story Trail Walk: Birdsong
2022-04-01 - 2022-05-01 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “Birdsong”, written and illustrated by Julie Flett.
When Katherena and her mother move to a small town, Katherena feels lonely and out of place. But when she meets an elderly woman artist who lives next door, named Agnes––her world starts to change. Katherena and Agnes share the same passions for arts and crafts, birds, and nature. But as the seasons change, can Katherena navigate the failing health of her new friend? Award-winning author and artist Julie Flett’s textured images of birds, flowers, art, and landscapes bring vibrancy and warmth to this powerful story, which highlights the fulfillment of intergenerational relationships, shared passions, and spending time outdoors with the ones we love.

Backyard Birding
2022-03-24 16:30 - 17:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
In partnership with Knox Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District (KLSWCD), Boothbay Region Land Trust is delighted to host writer and birder Lee Emmons for a hybrid webinar and in-person talk at Oak Point Farm. Lee will share his years of knowledge identifying backyard birds, tips for identification, suggestions for choice feeders, importance of conservation of habitat, planting to ensure cover and food, and much more. Come join the estimated 45 million other US citizens enjoying the benefits of backyard birding!
Registration is required with in person seating limited. To register to attend in person or to receive the zoom link for the webinar, contact KLSWCD at www.knox-lincoln.org; julie@knox-lincoln.org or (207) 596-2040

Self-Guided Winter Tree Identification Walk
2022-03-01 - 2022-03-31 | Cross River Preserve
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 throughout the month of March at Cross River Preserve.

Lotus Lantern Workshop with BHML
2022-02-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
In partnership with the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library, join us at Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm to make your own lotus flower lantern in this special workshop. A member of the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project will join us via Zoom to guide us through making a lotus flower lantern using colored paper and a wire frame. This FREE program is for all ages and families are encouraged to attend together. Keep your lantern to enjoy at home, or give it back to BHML to create lantern displays around town! Space is limited to 10 participants with registration required by filling out this form: https://bbhlibrary.org/lotus-lantern-workshop/. Information on how to attend this event from home can also be found on the library website. We hope you can join us!
