Boothbay Region Land Trust

Story Trail: A Logs Life
2020-05-15 - 2020-06-08 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Looking for something to do with your kids during this time of remote learning and social distancing? Come outside and read a family friendly book while on a short and easy hike! This free 1 mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed anytime during daylight hours. The current story trail features the book “A Logs Life” by Wendy Pfeffer. The book is an informative and creative tale about a fallen oak tree in the forest, teaching young readers about the various purposes it serves in the ecosystem during every step of its life cycle. After your story walk, see if you can find your own fallen log to investigate. Share your results with BRLT on Facebook or via email at brlt@bbrlt.org; we’d love to see them!

"Love to Hike" Scavenger Hunt
2020-05-15 - 2020-06-05 | Penny Lake Preserve
Can you find the hidden hearts at Penny Lake Preserve? Edgecomb Eddy School Kindergarten teacher Cindy Casey set up a fun scavenger hunt for her students that is open to everyone to try. Entitled “Love to Hike”, participants are challenged to find the 18 hidden rocks with red hearts painted on them scattered throughout the preserve. Download the map here, which marks the trails, features, and the approximate location of the rocks, which makes for easy orienteering for families. Are you up for the challenge? Follow the “Love to Hike” map online or find one at the Penny Lake kiosk. Head out onto the trail and find the heart rocks, remembering to leave them in place for the next person to find. A reminder that social distancing guidelines are in place for hiking, such as keeping 6 feet apart on the trail and returning at another time if the parking lot is full. Happy hunting!

Story Trail: Mama Built a Little Nest
2020-04-15 - 2020-05-06 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Looking for something to do with your kids during this time of remote learning and social distancing? Come outside and read a family friendly book while on a short and easy hike! This free 1 mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed anytime during daylight hours. The current story trail features the book “Mama Built a Little Nest” by Jennifer Ward.

No Snow Cancellation: Sled, Ski, and Snowshoe at Oak Point Farm
2020-03-08 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
*****This event has been cancelled due to lack of snow*****The Midcoast Conservancy’s Outdoor Adventure Hub is coming to the Boothbay Region Land Trust! The hub is a trailer full of snowshoe and cross country ski gear in all sizes. Everyone is invited to borrow the gear and explore the fields and forested trails at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm. We will also have sleds available for hillside fun, and if the ice on the pond is thick enough, we invite you to bring your own ice skates. This event may be rescheduled if there is insufficient snow coverage, visit www.bbrlt.org for the latest updates.
Registration is not required for this free event, just come to Oak Point Farm anytime between 12 PM and 4 PM on Sunday, March 8th and you will see the staffed trailer in the main parking lot. For more information, please contact BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Apple Tree Pruning Workshop
2020-03-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Now is a great time to prune apple trees. Pruning in late winter determines a tree’s summer growth and health, which is then reflected in both the quality of the fruit in the fall and bud set for the following year’s fruit crop. Join us to learn the basics of how to prune apple trees and how to identify and remove overwintering insect pests. Following a 40-minute indoor introduction, participants will go out to the heritage apple trees of Oak Point Farm for demonstrations and hands-on experience. Instructors Ron Ross and Fred Kraeuter have 70 apple trees, representing 50 heirloom varieties, in their River Rd orchard in Boothbay. Many of their young trees, initially grafted 4-5 years ago, are just now beginning to flower and bear fruit. In addition to the young trees, a few alternate-year-bearing mature trees have been producing thousands of apples. Ron is founder and presenter of BRLT’s Annual Apple Talk, Tasting, and Tour, which last September attracted 175 attendees. Space is limited and registration is required. To register contact BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Babes in the Woods
2020-03-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-02-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-01-08 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 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 inside the white farmhouse at Oak Point Farm. This event is free and registration is not required. Please wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get muddy. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Climate Change, the Decline of Birds and Insects, and Other Alarming News
2020-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | ME, United States
A recently published study in Science reports that there are nearly three billion fewer birds in North America than there were in the 1970s. This news follows reports of declining insect populations and a changing climate. What is happening and what can be done? How can we help? Join us for a closer look at these subjects and other alarming news with Dr. Jeffery Wells.
Dr. Wells is a Fellow of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Vice President of Boreal Conservation for National Audubon. He is one of the nation’s leading bird experts and conservation biologists and author of “Birder’s Conservation Handbook”. Along with his wife Allison Childs Wells, he authors the weekly column “A Bird’s Tale” in the Boothbay Register. Both are widely published natural history writers and are the authors of the book, “Maine’s Favorite Birds”.
This free talk is cosponsored by Indivisible Boothbay and will take place inside the farmhouse at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm, with seating limited to 25 participants. Registration is required by contacting BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org of 633-4818.

Forest Bathing Walk
2019-12-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Hendricks Head Preserve
Celebrate the eve of the winter solstice and the return of daylight on an Introduction to Forest Bathing walk. Discover the health boosting benefits of moving slowly and mindfully through the forest. Open your senses and connect with the natural world through a series of invitations designed to enhance your health, wellness, and happiness. This leisurely walk covers less then a mile of trail and allows time for reflection and connection. This walk will be led by Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator and Certified Forest Therapy Guide Tracey Hall. Registration is required for this free event, and group size is limited to 10 people. Register by contacting Tracey at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Hike the Holiday Story Trail
2019-12-01 - 2019-12-31 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family friendly book while you hike! Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale to get you in the holiday spirit. This easy 1 mile walk can be completed at your own pace and on your own time and is suitable for children of all ages. Just drive to the trail head and you will see the start of the Holiday Story Trail. This free event is open during daylight hours and registration is not required.

Winter Tree Identification Walk
2019-11-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
As autumn comes to an end and all the leaves have fallen, now is a great time to learn some tricks to identify common trees in winter. This easy one mile walk will focus on non-leaf characteristics used to ID trees such as bark, twigs, buds, and even smell.
Group size limited to 12 participants and registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.

Babes in the Woods- Oak Point Farm
2019-11-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Babes in the Woods is a nature discovery program geared to children ages 2-5 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 inside the white farmhouse. This event is free and registration is not required. Please wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get muddy.
For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Trail Mixer - Oak Point Farm
2019-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Discover the Boothbay Region Land Trust preserves and meet fellow hikers! These reoccurring walks highlight subtle changes through the seasons, while allowing plenty of time to enjoy vistas and conversation. Our knowledgeable volunteers lead participants on a leisurely paced hike averaging one or two miles in length on easy to moderate terrain. Trail mixer locations rotate among the preserves of our region. Participants may attend one hike or several. The group meets at the trail-head parking lot and registration is not required.
For more information, contact BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Trail Mixer - Cross River Preserve
2019-10-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Cross River Preserve

Hike the Halloween Story Trail
2019-10-01 - 2019-10-31 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Read a family friendly book while you hike! Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale to get you in the Halloween spirit. This easy 1 mile walk can be completed at your own pace and on your own time and is suitable for children of all ages. Just drive to the trail head and you will see the start of the Halloween Story Trail. This free event is open during daylight hours and registration is not required.

Annual Membership Meeting
2019-09-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Join us under the tent for lunch, while learning about and celebrating the incredible volunteers who contribute so much to Boothbay Region Land Trust. Our annual membership report and voting on new officers will follow.
The Annual Membership Meeting is open to all members of BRLT. Members include any person or business that has made a donation to the land trust in a one-year period. Members will hear updates on BRLT activities, as well as vote on 2019-2020 incoming board members.
This year’s meeting will offer a catered lunch by Abbie Shaw of Fine Cuisine (see menu below). A special ticketed raffle will also be held for a beautiful handmade quilt and wooden bowl ($1/ raffle ticket on sale now through the BRLT office or Mathias Fine Art). This is a great event to meet your fellow land trust friends and supporters!
Lunch Menu:
Sandwich Medley & Chips
Chicken Salad, Ham & Cheese, Vegetarian Wrap
Vegan Vegetable Soup
Brownies & Ginger Snaps
Ginger Punch & Water
Lunch tickets are $15/person and can be purchased here, or by calling/ visiting BRLT.

3rd Annual Apple Festival: Talk, Tasting, and Tour at Oak Point Farm
2019-09-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Enjoy an afternoon among the apple trees during the 3rd Annual Apple Festival: Talk, Tasting, and Tour at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm. This year’s theme is “As American as Apple Pie”. Local orchardist Ron Ross will once again educate and entertain as he presents the rather surprising history of the Apple Pie. After the talk, participants will have the opportunity to taste a variety of Maine heirloom apples, make apple cider, and take a stroll in the orchards at Oak Point Farm. Slices of apple pie and raffle tickets for apple themed prizes will also be available for purchase.
Presenter Ron Ross serves on the BRLT Board of Directors and as a tour guide at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. He is retired from Drew University where he taught biology and statistics before moving to administration where he became Vice President for Development. Ron and his partner, Fred Kraeuter, began Burnham Cove Heirloom Apple Orchard on the River Road in Boothbay in 2014.
This event will take place under a tent with adjacent parking in the field at Oak Point Farm, so folks are encouraged to dress warmly. Registration is requested. Register for this free event here:

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Babes in the Woods- Singing Meadows Preserve
2019-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Singing Meadows Preserve
Babes in the Woods is a nature discovery program geared to children ages 2-5 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 at the kiosk near the parking lot. This event is free and registration is not required. Please wear sturdy shoes and clothing that can get muddy.
For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Babes in the Woods- Penny Lake Preserve
2019-09-04 10:00 - 23:00 | Penny Lake Preserve

Trail Mixer - Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve
2019-09-03 10:00 - 23:00 | Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve

Forest Bathing Walk
2019-08-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Ocean Point Preserve
Discover the health boosting benefits of moving slowly and mindfully through the forest. Open your senses and connect with the natural world through a series of invitations designed to enhance your health, wellness, and happiness. This leisurely walk covers less then a mile of trail and allows time for reflection and connection.
This walk will be led by Boothbay Region Land Trust Environmental Educator and Certified Forest Therapy Guide Tracey Hall. Registration is required for this free event, and group size is limited to 10 people. To register for this event contact Tracey at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Cancelled: Trail Mixer - Zak
2019-08-27 10:00 - 23:00 | Zak Preserve
***Due to the extremely high number of mosquitoes at this location, we have cancelled this walk for the comfort and well-being of participants.*** Discover the Boothbay Region Land Trust preserves and meet fellow hikers! These reoccurring walks highlight subtle changes through the seasons, while allowing plenty of time to enjoy vistas and conversation. Our knowledgeable volunteers lead participants on a leisurely paced hike averaging one or two miles in length on easy to moderate terrain. Trail mixer locations rotate among the preserves of our region. Participants may attend one hike or several. The group meets at the trail-head parking lot and registration is not required.
For more information, contact BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.

Babes in the Woods- Hendricks Head
2019-08-21 10:00 - 23:00 | Hendricks Head

Trail Mixer - Linekin and Burley
2019-08-20 10:00 - 23:00 | Linekin and Burley Preserve

Junior Naturalist Summer Camp: Session 2
2019-08-12 09:00 - 2019-08-16 12:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
Session 2: August 12-16 from 9 AM- 12 PM
Discover the wonders of the natural world through play and exploration of our local preserves! In partnership with the Boothbay Region YMCA we are excited to offer two sessions of half day summer camp for children ages 6-12. BRLT Environmental Educator Tracey Hall will offer a variety of activities that connect children to the outdoors. Dip nets in a pond to see what critters call it home, adopt a tree, build a survival shelter, investigate a rotting log, create nature art, and many more adventures in this camp for budding naturalists. Registration is through the Boothbay Region YMCA: BRYMCA Family Member $115, BRYMCA Member $125, and Non Member $155.

Points of View Art Auction
2019-08-08 17:00 - 21:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
From Barters Island to Ocean Point, and everything in between, the Boothbay peninsula is overflowing with terrific galleries and talented artists inspired by the region. There is no better advocate for land conservation than the artists that capture the beauty of our stunning field, forest, and waterfront landscapes. Since 1995, Boothbay Region Land Trust has hosted the Points of View Art Auction to highlight the incredible work of our regional artists, while also raising funds to support land protection and public access to many of the same places these artists convey in their work.
This quadrennial live auction is particularly important since all proceeds will support the This Land is Your Land: Campaign for Oak Point Farm. The event will take place at Oak Point Farm, a 32-acre public preserve that also serves as BRLT’s new headquarters. In addition to this year’s exciting new event location, the auction will include the sale of sculptures created during the Maine Stone Symposium, thanks to a partnership with Sculpture Boothbay.
Honorary chair Don Demers will again be donating a featured piece to our live auction, as well as artists Corrine McIntyre, Peter Egeli, June Elderkin, Pat Berger, John Butke and Brad Betts, just to name a few. We will also have the professional services of Thomaston Auction Place Galleries serving as auctioneers, and Seacoast Catering serving up a delicious and hearty spread.
This is an event not to be missed! Tickets are $100/person and includes a variety of delectables, complimentary drinks and live music, in addition to the auction. Get your tickets through the BRLT office at (207) 633-4818 or here.

Art Preview & Meet the Artist Reception
2019-08-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Rd, Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538
The general public is invited to view art in advance of BRLT’s Points of View Art Auction. During this time, art will be featured in the farmhouse at Oak Point Farm and artists will be on hand to discuss their work. The preview event is free to attend, but RSVP is required. To RSVP, please email brlt@bbrlt.org or call our office at 633-4818.

Babes in the Woods- Porter
2019-08-07 10:00 - 23:00 | Porter Preserve, 1 Porter Point Road, Trevett, ME, 04571
