• GapTracks: Assessing Both Wildlife and Human Use of the Eastern Trail’s GAP section

    Scarborough Public Safety Classroom 275 US-1, Scarborough, ME, United States

    The GapTracks Project began in February of 2017 by deploying game cameras to assess the wildlife community before, during, and after trail construction along the Eastern Trail and Nonesuch River in Scarborough. The goal of this project is to document and share (via Facebook, Instagram, public presentations) what wildlife use the forest where the trail…

    Free
  • Feathers Over Freeport

    SLT will have a booth at Feathers over Freeport,  an annual event sponsored by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry focusing on bird watching and nature discovery. Stop by our table to learn more about SLT and participate in an educational bird activity.   Visit https://www.maine.gov/dacf/parks/discover_history_explore_nature/activities/feathers_over_freeport.shtml for more information and a schedule of events.

  • Annual Spring Clean Up Day

    Join us Saturday, May 4 9:00am-12:00pm for SLT's annual Spring Clean Up at Pleasant Hill, Sewell Woods, Fuller Farm, Warren Woods, and Libby River Preserves! Clean up tasks will vary between preserves, but volunteers should generally expect the following: Litter collection (trash grabbers and dog waste bags provided) Trimming trailside growth back to keep at…

  • Contemplative Spring Walk

    Pleasant Hill Preserve 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, United States

    The Contemplative Spring Walk is part of a year-long series of contemplative nature walks that honor the seasons and nurture connection with the natural world. A celebration of seasons, this series of contemplative walks features reflection, gratitude, and nature ID. During this Spring Walk your perception will be expanded as you relate to Pleasant Hill…

    Free
  • The Importance of Native Plants to Bird Diversity

    Scarborough Public Safety Classroom 275 US-1, Scarborough, ME, United States

    Claudia Thompson, Founder of Grow Native Massachusetts and Landscape Ecologist With many native bird populations in steep decline, how we create and manage our landscapes to support bird diversity is more important than ever. Come learn what you can do in your own garden or landscape to create essential habitat that supports life for a…

    Free
  • Migratory Bird Walk

    Blue Point Preserve 5 Seaveys Landing Rd, Scarborough, ME, United States

    Join local birder Brad Woodward at Blue Point Preserve for a morning migratory bird walk. Bring binoculars to easily spot the faraway birds. Don’t forget water, a snack, layers, sunscreen, and insect repellent! This program is suitable for all ages, however, the total distance walked will be over a mile. Pre-registration is required. Note SLT’s Liability…

    $5
  • Get Outside & Make Gen Z/Millennial Friends: Nature Walk, then Dinner & Drinks!

    Pleasant Hill Preserve 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, United States

    Hanna Hamblen, Scarborough Land Trust Communications Committee Member, and local young professional. Connect with nature, support local businesses, and make friends. We'll start with a guided nature walk (1 - 2 miles) led by a knowledgeable guide, exploring the beauty of Pleasant Hill Preserve. Then, we'll head to O'Reilly's Cure Restaurant and Bar for a…

    Free
  • Spring Bird Walk

    Blue Heron Preserve 51 US Route 1, Scarborough, ME

    Join SLT Executive Director Andrew Mackie at Blue Heron Preserve for a morning migratory bird walk. Bring binoculars to easily spot the faraway birds. Don’t forget water, a snack, layers, sunscreen, and insect repellent! This program is suitable for all ages, however, the total distance walked will be over a mile. Pre-registration is required. Note…

    Free
  • Women’s Walk

    Fuller Farm Preserve 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, United States

    Come meet up with fellow women who enjoy the outdoors and have a desire to walk the wonderful open spaces Scarborough Land Trust has committed to preserving. Women are twice as likely as men to feel uncomfortable walking alone, so we created this monthly program to foster a fun and supportive community for women to walk together and get to know our…

    Free
  • Migratory Bird Walk

    Fuller Farm Preserve 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, United States

    Join local birder Brad Woodward at Fuller Farm Preserve for a morning migratory bird walk. Bring binoculars to easily spot the faraway birds. Don’t forget water, a snack, layers, sunscreen, and insect repellent! This program is suitable for all ages, however, the total distance walked will be over a mile. Pre-registration is required. Note SLT’s Liability…

    Free
  • CANCELLED – Wildflower Walk

    Warren Woods 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, United States

    CANCELLED - Join the Scarborough Land Trust for a wildflower walk at Warren Woods. Becky Warren Seel has deep family connections to this property and is intimately knowledgeable of the wildflowers that populate it. The event is free, but parking is limited so pre-registration is required. Wear boots for wet areas and bring bug spray…

  • Native Plant Sale and Spring Festival

    Broadturn Farm

        Artisans to shop from Food by The Pink Waffle and Ivy Hill Baking Co. Guided explorations on SLT trails Children's Activities ...and of course Native Plant Shopping! Join us for a fun day at Broadturn Farm! Place a presale order now here or shop on the day of the sale