CANCELLED - Wildflower Walk
2024-05-23 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, 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 for ticks.

Native Plant Sale and Spring Festival
2024-06-01 09:00 - 13:00 | 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

Women's Walk
2024-06-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-09-28 10:00 - 23:30 | Broadturn Farm
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 preserves.
These walks average 60-90 mins in length with a leisurely pace as we observe the landscape and wildlife (migrating birds, wildflowers beginning to appear, etc). Bring binoculars or a camera if you are so inclined. Much of the terrain will be flat (either dirt or grass surfaces) but expect that there will brief uphill stretches, wood crossings for boggy areas, and some uneven ground (rocks, tree roots). Trails could be wet with dew or muddy if there have been recent rains, although we will postpone or reschedule if inclement weather is forecasted during the event itself. As always, we recommend wearing long pants, comfortable footwear, and sunscreen as appropriate.
Parking can be limited on good weather weekends, so if you are bringing a companion, please carpool.
Although most SLT properties are dog friendly, we ask that you not bring dogs to this event.

Pollinators! with the Scarborough Land Trust and Scarborough Public Library
2024-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join us at the Scarborough Public Library for this kid-focused program on the role and importance of pollinators!
SLT volunteer Kelly Pietrzak will lead an activity using Jell-o to mimic pollination, read a story about pollinators, and offer hand painting.
Space is limited, so registration is required. Click here to reserve your spot.

Wildflower Walk
2024-06-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
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 for ticks.

Morning Yoga at Broadturn Farm
2024-07-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Broadturn Farm
Join instructor Heather Guglielmo for a morning of yoga among the flowers at Broadturn Farm.
Heather is from NY & NH and fell in love with Maine and stayed. She started her yoga practice about nine years ago, and holds her RYT 200 Yoga Teacher Training with the Fluid Yoga School through Samudra in Biddeford, ME. Her infectious laughter, kind heart, love for Thriller Flash Mob, 80’s music, her two dogs and Ireland will keep you coming back for more. She loves to teach outside and looks forward to teaching with SLT again this Summer!
Attendees should bring their own yoga mat or towel, water, weather-appropriate clothing, and insect repellent. We will plan to be outside unless weather moves us into the barn.
All ages and levels of experience are welcome.

Firefly Walk - Virtual Presentation
2024-07-10 19:00 - 20:00
Due to potential inclement weather, low firefly activity, and a high number of mosquitoes, tonight’s Firefly Walk has been changed to a virtual presentation via Zoom at 7:00pm. Our instructor, Don Salvatore, will offer his firefly presentation with time for questions starting at 7:00pm and lasting about an hour.
After registering below, you will receive an email with access to the Zoom presentation.
Watching fireflies is a favorite summer evening pastime for many of us. But most of us have no idea what is really taking place in a firefly meadow. Join Don Salvatore, long time science educator at the Museum of Science in Boston and past curator of the Firefly Watch Citizen Science Project to learn about the “Secret Lives of Fireflies.”
Please note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form.

Bats: Fact vs. Myth
2024-07-15 20:00 - 21:30 | Broadturn Farm
Bats: Fact vs. Myth
Join us at Broadturn Farm to talk about these misunderstood creatures. We will go over the species of bats found in Maine and their current conservation status. In addition, we will dispel some myths frequently held about bats. Hopefully at dusk we can see some bats starting to leave the barn and feed for the night. Using a bat detector and an iPhone we will try to identify several species of bats from their ultrasonic frequencies.

Women's Walk
2024-07-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States

Get Outside & Make Gen Z/Millennial Friends: Nature Walk, then Dinner & Drinks!
2024-07-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, 04074, 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 SLT volunteer, exploring the beauty of Fuller Farm Preserve. Then, we’ll head to Chaba Thai for a relaxed social gathering, where you can mingle with fellow nature enthusiasts and enjoy delicious food and drinks.

Pre-registration is required, and tickets are free! Click here to register.

Forest Bathing with Gently Flourish
2024-07-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Immerse yourself in nature through Forest Bathing, a growing global wellness movement that encourages you to enjoy nature at a slower pace and alleviate the stressors of everyday life.
Forest Bathing walks are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. During this time your guide Kelsey, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down, open their senses, and connect to nature. Kelsey is a nature-based artist and certified Forest Therapy Guide, who offers meaningful workshops in nature through her business Gently Flourish.
Attendees should bring a water bottle, comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and insect repellent.
Lightweight, portable stools will be provided. Walks will continue in drizzling rain, as this can enhance our sensory experience.

Chemical-Free Lawn & Garden Tour
2024-07-27 10:00 - 14:00
For the 19th year in a row, Scarborough resident Eddie Woodin invites the community to tour his chemical-free lawn and garden. With hundreds of plant and animal species to explore and zero pesticides or herbicides, Eddie’s property stands as an oasis off Black Point Road.
Eddie will offer free and open tours of his property between 10am and 2pm on Saturday, July 27. A rain date is schedule for Sunday, July 28. For address and directions, see the flyer above.
Eddie Woodin was named Scarborough Land Trust’s Conservationist of the Year in 2022.

The Importance of Salt Marshes
2024-08-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join the Scarborough Land Trust, Maine Audubon, the Scarborough Conservation Commission, and the Scarborough Public Library as we welcome Dr. Beverly Johnson from Bates College for a presentation on the importance of salt marshes and the concept of “blue carbon.” Dr. Johnson is a founding member of the Maine Blue Carbon Network.
The event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required through the Library’s website. Click here to register.

Broadturn Farm Bash
2024-08-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Broadturn Farm
Save the Date! Join Scarborough Land Trust’s BROADTURN FARM BASH on Aug 15, 2024.
Tickets go on sale July 16 at 9am. Enjoy a vibrant evening full of food, fun, and festivities – a perfect blend of music, dancing and culinary delights supporting conservation. Don’t miss the unforgettable experience!
Click here for more information.

Women's Walk
2024-08-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Libby River Preserve, 320 Black Point Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, 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 preserves.
These walks average 60-90 mins in length with a leisurely pace as we observe the landscape and wildlife (migrating birds, wildflowers beginning to appear, etc). Bring binoculars or a camera if you are so inclined. Much of the terrain will be flat (either dirt or grass surfaces) but expect that there will brief uphill stretches, wood crossings for boggy areas, and some uneven ground (rocks, tree roots). Trails could be wet with dew or muddy if there have been recent rains, although we will postpone or reschedule if inclement weather is forecasted during the event itself. As always, we recommend wearing long pants, comfortable footwear, and sunscreen as appropriate.
Parking can be limited on good weather weekends, so if you are bringing a companion, please carpool.
Although most SLT properties are dog friendly, we ask that you not bring dogs to this event.
6 sign-up spots will be offered here, and additional ones will be available through https://www.meetup.com/scarborough-land-trust-nature-and-farm-events/events/302811689/.

Maine Outdoor Film Festival at Memorial Park
2024-09-05 19:00 - 21:30 | Memorial Park, 5 Durant Drive, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join us as we host the return of the Maine Outdoor Film Festival to Scarborough’s Memorial Park! The film program will last about 2 hours with a 10-minute intermission. Doors open at 7, and the films begin at 7:30.
This event will feature a showing of SLT’s original film, Scarborough Land Trust: Our Founding Story – an official selection of the 2024 Maine Outdoor Film Festival.
Seating will not be provided – please bring your own lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. Parking will be available at the Scarborough High School parking lot with spaces closest to Memorial Park reserved for handicap accessible parking. Restroom facilities will be available at Memorial Park.
SLT suggests a donation of $10-$15 to support our work. Donations can be made by clicking here.
For more information on the Maine Outdoor Film Festival, click here.
A rain date for this event is set for Thursday, September 12.

Forest Bathing with Gently Flourish
2024-09-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States

Get Outside & Make Gen Z/Millennial Friends: Nature Walk, then Dinner & Drinks!
2024-09-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Sewell Woods, 58 Ash Swamp Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Hanna Hamblen, Scarborough Land Trust Communications Committee Member and local young professional invites you to connect with nature, support local businesses, and make friends.
We’ll start with a guided nature walk (1 – 2 miles) led by a SLT volunteer, exploring the beauty of Sewell Woods. Then, we’ll head to Chaba Thai for a relaxed social gathering, where you can mingle with fellow nature enthusiasts and enjoy delicious food and drinks.
Pre-registration is required. Please visit the following link to register –
https://www.meetup.com/scarborough-land-trust-nature-and-farm-events/events/303277699/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link

Sustainable Scarborough Day
2024-10-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Wentworth School, 20 Quentin Drive, Scarborough, ME, 04070, United States
Find us at Sustainable Scarborough Day on Sunday, October 6! We’ll be there from 10am – 2pm sharing more about what we do. We will also be selling merchandise from our nature store and hosting a fun activity for kids (bandana-making).
Sustainable Scarborough Day is hosted by the Town of Scarborough to celebrate our natural resources and ways to live more sustainably with a lower impact on our environment. It will be held at the Wentworth School, walking distance from the Scarborough Public Library and the Scarborough Farmers’ Market. Mark your calendar and we’ll see you there!
See the full details at https://scarboroughmaine.org/ssd
Facebook event link:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1053153696158134
Website link:
https://scarboroughmaine.org/ssd

Butterflies of Maine Presentation
2024-10-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom
In this virtual presentation, Ron Butler, Professor Emeritus at UMaine Farmington, will introduce us to the beautiful butterflies that make Maine their home. Learn about their characteristics, life cycle, species in Maine, population changes over time, fun facts, and ways to support these pollinating insects.

Ribbon Cutting and Guided Hike at Broadturn Farm
2024-10-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Broadturn Farm
Join us for the Ribbon Cutting and dedication of our new trail system and parking area at Broadturn Farm. We are thrilled to share this new addition to our preserves. We will celebrate afterwards with a guided hike of the new trails led by volunteer trail steward Stephen Zamierowski.

Get Outside & Make Gen Z/Millennial Friends: Nature Walk, then Dinner & Drinks
2024-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Hanna Hamblen, Scarborough Land Trust Communications Committee Member, and local young professional invites you to connect with nature, support local businesses, and make friends. We’ll start with a guided nature walk (1 – 2 miles) led by a SLT volunteer, exploring Pleasant Hill Preserve. Then, we’ll head to El Rayo Taqueria for a relaxed social gathering, where you can mingle with fellow nature enthusiasts and enjoy delicious food and drinks.
Pre-registration is required. Please visit the following link to register –
https://www.meetup.com/scarborough-land-trust-nature-and-farm-events/events/303545744/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link

Open House
2024-10-17 18:00 - 20:00 | SLT Office, 25 Plaza Drive, Unit 6, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Welcome to our new office! We are hosting our second open house on October 17 from 6:00-8:00. Join us for a tour, light refreshments, and great conversations with our staff. We are located at 25 Plaza Drive, Unit 6 (across from the car wash behind the McDonald’s). There’s no need to RSVP; simply arrive sometime between 6:00 and 8:00. We hope to see you there!

Ribbon Cutting at Warren Woods
2024-10-18 10:00 - 10:30 | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join us for the Ribbon Cutting of our new welcome platform at Warren Woods Preserve. Help us celebrate all of the hard work that made this creation possible. Access the preserve off the Payne Road in Scarborough.
