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The Scarborough Land Trust (SLT) was originally founded as the Owascoag Land Conservation Trust in 1977, Owascoag being the Indian name for the area meaning "the land of many grasses". Later renamed the Scarborough Land Trust in 1984 to reflect and include the town's other rich natural areas in addition to coastal assets, its mission continues to be the acquisition, preservation, and management of unique land within Scarborough for the benefit and enjoyment of the public.

The Scarborough Land Trust protects more than 1000 acres, most of which is open (or soon will be) to public passive recreation.

The Trust has historically been a volunteer group. In August of 2005, SLT hired its first part-time Stewardship Director. As a private, non-profit organization, the Trust depends on contributions for support. While land trusts are not required to pay real estate taxes, we do so to maintain good will with the community.

The Scarborough Land Trust has worked successfully with both landowners and developers to preserve land. The Trust educates people about land conservation and works with anyone wishing to protect land. Becoming a Scarborough Land Trust member is one way you can help promote conservation in Scarborough. As a member, your tangible benefits include newsletters and invitations to forums and special events. Your intangible benefits include protecting land and contributing to the preservation of a valued quality of life.

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Join Us at Warren Woods! Sat., May 18 - 5:00 p.m. Bird Walk with Eddie Woodin All ages and beginners welcome Bring binoculars and wear boots for wet areas Sat., June 1 - 10:00 a.m. Property Dedication and Official Naming Brief remarks, unveiling of new kiosk, short property walk Celebrate National Trails Day with SLT! Meet at Payne Road entrance and RSVP by email: info@scarboroughlandtrust.org (so we can plan for parking). View the Warren Woods Map

MAILING ADDRESS
Scarborough Land Trust
P.O. Box 1237
Scarborough, ME 04070

OFFICE LOCATION
7 Oak Hill Terrace, 2nd Floor

Telephone: 207-289-1199
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