Firefly Walk
2026-06-23 20:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
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.”
SLT rarely cancels programs but occasionally we must, especially in bad weather. Please check our website before heading out to a program to ensure it is still being held.

Wildflower Walk
2026-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join wildflower enthusiast Becky Warren Seel on a walk at Elaine Stimson Warren Woods Preserve. Becky has a deep connection to the property because of her family’s prior ownership and she is excited to share that connection with you by exploring the property, showing you where different wildflowers can be found, and sharing information about some of the flowers. Delight in the beautiful flowers such as the Grass Pink and Rose Pogonia orchids, which are unique to Warren Woods and hopefully visible on this walk. Come learn about these special plants and others that make Warren Woods their home.

Please note that the land at Warren Woods tends to be wet and muddy, especially after periods of heavy rain. Participants are strongly encouraged to wear boots.
SLT rarely cancels programs but occasionally we must, especially in bad weather. Please check our website before heading out to a program to ensure it is still being held.

Explore the Nocturnal World of Fuller Farm
2026-07-15 20:30 - 21:30 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Maine Master Naturalist Christie Constantine for a special evening in celebration of National Moth Week, where we’ll explore the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of moths. Using lights and white sheets, we’ll attract, observe, and photograph a wide variety of moths and other nighttime insects.
Along the way, participants will learn about the moth life cycle, the vital role Maine’s 4,000 moth species play in supporting songbirds, mammals, amphibians, and other insects, and their often overlooked work as “night-shift” pollinators, visiting even more plant species than daytime pollinators like bees. We’ll also discuss simple, meaningful actions to help reverse the declines facing moths and other insects.
This event is in celebration of National Moth Week, one of hundreds of programs taking place across all 50 states and more than 90 countries, contributing valuable observations that help scientists better understand and protect these remarkable insects.
SLT rarely cancels programs but occasionally we must, especially in bad weather. Please check our website before heading out to a program to ensure it is still being held.

Women's Walk
2026-07-18 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, 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.
SLT rarely cancels programs but occasionally we must, especially in bad weather. Please check our website before heading out to a program to ensure it is still being held.

Bird Walk
2026-08-22 08:00 - 09:30 | Scarborough Marsh, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Enjoy a fascinating bird walk on the Eastern Trail through Scarborough Marsh with SLT volunteer and expert birder Brad Woodard.

Bird Walk
2026-09-12 08:00 - 09:30 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Enjoy a fascinating bird walk at Pleasant Hill Preserve with SLT volunteer and expert birder Dan Marquis.

Bird Walk
2026-10-03 08:00 - 09:30 | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Enjoy a fascinating bird walk a Warren Woods Preserve with SLT Executive Director and expert birder Andrew Mackie.

Autumn Magic in the Maine Woods
2026-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Warren Woods, 363 Payne Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Maine Master Naturalist Christie Constantine for a guided walk exploring how our forests transform in autumn. Shorter days and cooler temperatures trigger a burst of color as trees shut down chlorophyll production and prepare for dormancy. Wildlife, too, is busy getting ready – whether storing food, building fat reserves, or seeking the perfect winter den.
We’ll explore why leaves change color and the remarkable strategies trees, birds, mammals, amphibians, and insects use to survive the colder months ahead. From migrating birds and food-hoarding squirrels to hibernating mammals and freeze-tolerant frogs, this walk reveals the subtle and fascinating signs of seasonal preparation unfolding all around us.
SLT rarely cancels programs but occasionally we must, especially in bad weather. Please check our website before heading out to a program to ensure it is still being held.
