BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Boothbay Region Land Trust - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bbrlt.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Boothbay Region Land Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220903T093000 DTSTAMP:20220825T133631Z CREATED:20220825T133631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T133631Z UID:10000178-1662193800-1662197400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Yoga on the Deck at Oak Point Farm: September 3rd DESCRIPTION:Immerse your senses in the natural world and connect with your breath in this all levels hatha flow class on the farmhouse deck at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm. Begin your day with intention and reconnect with your body through mindful movement & focus on your breath while surrounded by the scenic beauty of a nature preserve. We will gently warm up our bodies in the morning air\, move through basic standing yoga postures\, do some strength building and stretch our muscles. Class is open to all levels and suitable for beginners. Please bring your own yoga mat or a towel. Group size is limited with a suggested donation of $15. Registration is not required. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/yoga-on-the-deck-at-oak-point-farm-september-3rd/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Classes,Summer Events,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/yoga-on-the-deck-2-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T110000 DTSTAMP:20220812T165247Z CREATED:20220812T165122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T165247Z UID:10000173-1662544800-1662548400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Penny Lake Preserve Hike DESCRIPTION:Discover the history and ecology of Penny Lake Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Located in downtown Boothbay Harbor\, Penny Lake Preserve is a freshwater wetland with adjoining woodlands and an open field. A system of easy hiking trails offers an abundant variety of wildlife\, including migratory and nesting birds\, turtles\, beaver\, deer\, and even a very occasional moose. In addition\, numerous plants thrive in this varied natural habitat\, from wildflowers to cattails and from hardwood trees to evergreens. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below or contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org. \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/penny-lake-preserve-hike-2/ LOCATION:Penny Lake Preserve CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/penny-lake-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T150000 DTSTAMP:20220906T153717Z CREATED:20220526T190731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T153717Z UID:10000163-1662799500-1662822000@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Boat Trip to Damariscove Island Preserve DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! \nHop onboard a boat to Damariscove Island for a day of exploration. Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Damariscove Island is one of Maine’s earliest settlement sites\, dating back four centuries when the first European fisherman arrived. On the boat ride out to the island\, a BRLT representative will share information on the island’s history and natural features. In addition to the boat ride\, five miles of hiking trails\, great tide-pooling and picnicking\, and a small rustic museum make for a fun day trip. Tickets are required and group size is limited. Space is limited to 50 people. \nFill out my LGL Form! URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/save-the-date-boat-trip-to-damariscove-island-preserve/ CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Family Friendly,Summer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/damariscove-header.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221020 DTSTAMP:20220913T172715Z CREATED:20220913T172715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T172715Z UID:10000179-1663113600-1666223999@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Story Trail Walk: A Seed is Sleepy DESCRIPTION:Read a family-friendly book while walking through the woods. Follow the illustrated signs along the trail as they tell a tale that connects you to your natural surroundings. The free 1-mile story trail starts from the Oak Point Farm parking lot kiosk and can be completed at your own pace and on your own time. The current story trail features the read-aloud book “A Seed is Sleepy”\, written by Dianna Hutts Aston and illustrated by Sylvia Long. \nThis gorgeous award-winning book offers children a beautiful and informative look at the intricate\, complex\, and often surprising world of seeds. Poetic in voice and elegant in design\, the book introduces children to a fascinating array of seed and plant facts\, making it perfect reading material for a fall walk through the woods. 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. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/story-trail-walk-a-seed-is-sleepy/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Fall Events,Family Friendly,Story Trail ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/aseedissleepy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T110000 DTSTAMP:20220822T001712Z CREATED:20220822T001712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T001712Z UID:10000175-1663322400-1663326000@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Cross River Preserve Hike DESCRIPTION:Discover the history and ecology of Cross River Preserve during a leisurely one-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. Enjoy a stroll through mixed forest and along a freshwater wetland and stream\, before reaching the tidal shoreline and mudflats of the Cross River. The Cross River area was first settled in the mid-1700s\, with much of the forest being cleared and used as pastureland. The fields were abandoned around a century later\, and the forest slowly returned to what we see today. The preserve is home to a variety of trees including some large diameter Red Oak and White Pine\, which probably served as field boundary markers over 100 years ago. The habitat within the preserve is diverse and attracts a variety of creatures including songbirds\, aquatic insects\, and amphibians. Group is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818. \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/cross-river-preserve-hike/ LOCATION:Cross River Preserve CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Natural History,Summer Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cross-river.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T110000 DTSTAMP:20220822T002109Z CREATED:20220822T002109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T002109Z UID:10000176-1663754400-1663758000@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Babes in the Woods DESCRIPTION:Babes in the Woods is a nature discovery program geared to children ages 2-5 along with their families or caregivers. Participate in age-appropriate games\, crafts\, stories\, and other activities to connect to the natural world. Special emphasis is made on sensory exploration of ecological themes and usually includes a short and easy walk. Group meets on the large deck of the white farmhouse at Oak Point Farm. Group size is limited for this free event and registration is required by filling out the online form below or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org \n\n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\nNo Fields Found.\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/babes-in-the-woods-7/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Babes in the Woods,Family Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/babes-in-the-woods-e1577982701960.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T123000 DTSTAMP:20220920T172028Z CREATED:20220818T142031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T172028Z UID:10000174-1663837200-1663849800@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:Cancelled Due to Weather: Kayak Paddle to Indiantown Island Preserve DESCRIPTION:***This program has been canceled due to the weather forecast for morning rain and thunderstorms*** Grab your kayak or canoe and join BRLT Executive Director and registered Maine Kayak Guide Nick Ullo as he paddles out to Indiantown Island Preserve. This 3-mile paddle will begin in the Townsend Gut and travel up the Sheepscot River before landing at the Indiantown Island float. Paddlers will have the opportunity to stretch their legs with a 1-mile hike led by Environmental Educator Tracey Hall\, in which she will share the natural and cultural history of the preserve. This round-trip paddle launches at the float at BRLT’s Oak Point Farm and is best suited for intermediate and advanced paddlers. Participants should bring plenty of water\, snacks\, sunblock\, and a PDF. \n  URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/kayak-paddle-to-indiantown-island-preserve/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Fall Events,Kayak Paddle,Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/indiantown-9-scaled-e1658508151913.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T180000 DTSTAMP:20220926T151925Z CREATED:20220412T162716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T151925Z UID:10000155-1664035200-1664042400@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:BRLT Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_link_target=”_self” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Thank you to all who attended this year’s Annual Membership Meeting. If you missed the event\, don’t worry! We’ve filmed this year’s meeting\, which will soon be available under the “News” or “Videos” link. \n  \nWe are thrilled to once again invite all BRLT members to join us in person for our Annual Membership Meeting! Learn more about our activities over the past year\, hear plans for the future\, and vote on the new board officers and members. This year’s event will include a very filling fall BBQ dinner provided by Seacoast Catering & Lobster Bakes. Dinner tickets are available for purchase below or by calling our office or stopping in (dinner purchase is not required to attend). \nWe are also pleased to welcome Paul Hunt as our guest speaker for the evening. Paul is the Environmental Manager at Portland Water District\, Maine’s largest wastewater utility. He will be sharing insights on watershed conservation and protection\, particularly through his experience overseeing the Sebago Lake Watershed Protection Program\, and drawing connections to the Boothbay Region’s watershed and the newly formed collaborative\, Boothbay Region Clean Drinking Water Initiative\, of which BRLT is a founding member. \nFollowing the guest speaker\, BRLT will host its annual member meeting. Members will be asked to vote on the following bylaw changes. \nFill out my LGL Form!\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/brlt-annual-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Boothbay Region Land Trust’s Oak Point Farm\, 60 Samoset Rd\, Boothbay Harbor\, ME\, 04538 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/annual-meeting-e1650476432111.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T113000 DTSTAMP:20220927T161600Z CREATED:20220822T003225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T161600Z UID:10000177-1664359200-1664364600@bbrlt.org SUMMARY:To be Rescheduled: Linekin and Burley Preserve Hike DESCRIPTION:***Please note: Due to an injury the hike leader recently experienced\, this event is canceled and will be rescheduled in the future***Discover the history and ecology of Linekin and Burley Preserve during a moderate 1.5-mile hike with a naturalist from the Boothbay Region Land Trust. These adjacent preserves offer abundant wildlife: birds\, deer\, small mammals\, frogs\, and toads all thrive in this protected habitat. Plant life includes ferns\, mosses\, and a wide variety of trees such as red spruce\, balsam fir\, white pine\, red oak\, red maple\, eastern hemlock\, birch\, and even sugar maple. Group size is limited and registration is required by filling out the form below or by contacting Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818. URL:https://bbrlt.org/event/linekin-and-burley-preserve-hike-2/ LOCATION:Linekin and Burley Preserve CATEGORIES:Discover the Preserves,Fall Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bbrlt.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/linekin-header.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR