Scarborough Land Trust

Exploring Vernal Pools
2023-04-01 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Broadturn Farm
Join the Scarborough Land Trust and the Amphibian and Reptile Trust International (http://amphibianreptile.org) in discovering the secrets of vernal pool wetlands. These seasonal, temporary wetlands are vital breeding habitat for several salamander and frog species in Maine. We will spend the first part of the workshop discussing vernal pools (unheated barn) and the second part in the field exploring several vernal pools on Scarborough Land Trust preserves. Our instructor is Greg LeClair. Greg is a PhD student at the University of Maine where he studies environmental DNA applications for endangered species. Greg has been working in the field of herpetology (study of amphibians and reptiles) since 2014. Greg created and manages the Maine Big Night, a community science project focused on monitoring and assisting road-crossing of amphibians throughout the State.
This event is for ages 16 and older.

Tour of the Night Sky Constellations
2023-03-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Maine amateur astronomer James Shields, and Scout Troop 35 from Yarmouth, for a night sky tour of the constellations.
We will discuss the lore behind the constellations and how the ancients used the night sky to tell time, the start of the seasons, and navigate. We will also be using telescopes to view objects in the sky such as Orion’s Nebula, galaxies, and star clusters.
Fuller Farm offers a close-by opportunity to be farther away from light pollution so we can get a clearer view of the stars. It is still March so dress warm and be prepared for the temperature to drop after dark. It is also recommended that you bring a chair to sit on, a blanket, a red light flashlight, and a pair of binoculars if you have them. If you don’t have a red light flashlight, we can cover a flashlight with red cellophane.
Rain date – March 25.

Winter Wildlife Tracks
2023-03-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Kam Culbertson, SLT Volunteer, for a program on identifying wildlife tracks in the snow!
Fisher (Pekania pennanti) tracks
This program will feature an introduction to wildlife tracking followed by practicing these new skills in the field. Learn how to identify tracks based on the parts of the track, overall shape, gait pattern, and size. Look for common species such as fox, bobcat, river otter, turkey, coyote, and more!
Please, wear boots with sturdy traction and dress for winter. We highly suggest you bring ice traction for you boots: micro-spikes, yak trax, nanospikes, etc. Bring your tracking field guide if you have one.
This program will be led by Kam, an SLT volunteer:
Howdy, I’m Kam.
I’m a young outdoorsman with a passion for wildlife. In 2019 I graduated with a B.S. in Wildlife Biology from Unity College with a main focus on mammals. While at Unity I gained experience working with waterfowl, game birds, moose, and white-tailed deer. Since graduating I have been a part of crews studying large mammals in the Southwest as well as the upper Midwest in both the winter and summer months. I typically winter in Maine and truly enjoy hikes in the Camden Hills after a fresh snowfall.

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Registration capacity is limited by parking. Those registering as a group and traveling in one vehicle are only required to register once. *1 car equals 1 reservation*

Snowshoe Tour of Fuller Farm
2023-02-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Diane Neal, SLT Board Member, for a guided snowshoe tour of Fuller Farm Preserve. This will be a leisurely walk on flat terrain. Frozen ground will allow participants to see areas of the preserve that are not accessible during the rest of the year. The Overlook Trail at Fuller provides beautiful winter views of the fields.
This free event is open to all ages and is good for all fitness levels, although participants will need to provide their own snowshoes. Please dress for winter.
The event will go on with or without snow. If there is not enough snow for snowshoes, wear boots with sturdy traction. We highly suggest you bring ice traction for you boots: micro-spikes, yak trax, nanospikes, etc.
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form
Registration capacity is limited by parking. Those registering as a group and traveling in one vehicle are only required to register once. *1 car equals 1 reservation*

Vernal Pools and their Importance to Amphibians
2023-02-09 08:00 - 17:00 | ME

Hibernation Story Time
2023-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Come learn about which of Maine’s animals hibernate! Join Scarborough Land Trust’s volunteer educator Kelly Pietrzak for stories, songs, and a craft. Children are encouraged to bring along a stuffed animal that can be seen in Maine. We will discuss how the real animal manages in our winter environment. Dress warmly and bring something to sit on, we will be outside for story time, if the weather permits, before heading inside to complete a craft.

Contemplative Winter Walk
2023-01-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
The Contemplative Winter Walk is part of a year-long series of contemplative nature walks that honor the seasons and nurture connection with the natural world.
The Contemplative Winter Walk is part of a year-long series of contemplative nature walks that honor the seasons and nurture connection with the natural world.Your imagination will be sparked as we learn about animal tracks and signs in winter. We’ll talk about the animals and birds that call Pleasant Hill Preserve home, and their cold weather behaviors. We’ll also engage in contemplative practice, opening our minds and hearts as we relate to an alive and wise landscape.This walk will be led by Nicole Diroff, a Maine Master Naturalist, United Church of Christ minister, and Program Director at The BTS Center, focused on spiritual leadership in a climate-changed world.Families with children age 8 and older are welcome to attend. Please dress for the weather as we will be outside for the entire time. Spikes and snow pants are recommended.
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form
Registration capacity is limited by parking. Those registering as a group and traveling in one vehicle are only required to register once. *1 car equals 1 reservation*

Snowshoe Tour of Pleasant Hill
2023-01-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Diane Neal, SLT Board Member, for a guided snowshoe tour of Pleasant Hill Preserve. This will be a leisurely walk on flat terrain. Frozen ground will allow participants to see areas of the preserve that are not accessible during the rest of the year. The trails at Pleasant Hill provide spectacular views but winter allows access to even more areas of the property.
This free event is open to all ages and is good for all fitness levels, although participants will need to provide their own snowshoes. Please dress for winter.
The event will go on with or without snow. If there is not enough snow for snowshoes, please, wear boots with sturdy traction. We highly suggest you bring ice traction for you boots: micro-spikes, yak trax, nanospikes, etc.
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form
Registration capacity is limited by parking. Those registering as a group and traveling in one vehicle are only required to register once. *1 car equals 1 reservation*

Coastal Birding
2023-01-07 09:00 - 10:30 | Ferry Beach, 50 Ferry Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Photo: Long-tailed Ducks by Abby Wilson

Join Andrew Mackie, SLT’s Executive Director, for a winter walk along the coast to look for some of our avian winter residents, including Common Loon, Long-tailed Duck, Surf Scoter and more. Binoculars and warm clothes are suggested. Andrew will have his spotting scope for use by the group. All individuals interested in learning more about birds and winter ecology are welcome, no previous birding experience required.
Location: Ferry Beach, Scarborough

Preregistration required.

Coastal Climate Change Presentation
2022-12-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Scarborough Public Safety Classroom, 275 US-1, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Scarborough Land Trust will be hosting a presentation and discussion on coastal climate change. Joined by guests Peter Slovinsky, Marine Geologist for the Maine Geological Survey, and Jeremy Gabrielson, Senior Conservation and Community Planner at Maine Coast Heritage Trust, this presentation will explore how the coast is affected by climate change, what the future entails, and what mitigation strategies exist to keep coastal communities intact.

This event is part of a series on climate change in partnership with Saco Valley Land Trust.

Big Trees of Northern New England
2022-12-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Scarborough Municipal Building (Council Chamber A), 259 US Route 1, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
In partnership with Friends of Scarborough Marsh, we will be hosting a presentation on big trees!
This program will highlight important trees in Maine and specifically the Portland area. It will also explore history and connections to wildlife.
Kevin Martin is an author and boatbuilder. He has over 40 years of experience working with wood. He served on the Epping Conservation Commission, was chair of the Lamprey River Advisory Committee and State Coordinator for the NH Big Tree Program. Kevin is trained for the National Big Tree Measurers Cadre.
Kevin will be selling his new book about hikes to Big Trees. It includes trees in Waldoboro, Alfred, Portland and many other Maine hikes, along with the nearby states.
Check out Kevin Martin’s website: http://kevinmartin.wcha.org/bigtrees.php
No registration required.

Fall Story Time and Hike
2022-11-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Blue Point Preserve, 5 Seaveys Landing Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Story time and easy hike at Blue Point with Kelly
Kelly will read stories about the season of fall, acorns, and Indigenous peoples. The hike to the reading spot is about 1 mile roundtrip. All ages welcome.
Kelly Pietrzak loves to work with children: from coaching youth sports, to leading youth nature hikes, to homeschooling her own two children. She previously ran a nature education business for preschool aged children and has a Master’s in Education teaching mostly middle school math but also at the elementary and college level. She loves to camp, tend her ever expanding gardens, and trail run with the family dog. This is the third year Kelly has led walks for children with Scarborough Land Trust, and her second year serving on SLT’s Communication, Education, and Outreach Committee.
Rain date: Tuesday, November 29th

No sign up required.
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This event is in partnership with the Scarborough Public Library.

Conservation Options for Your Property
2022-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Are you interested in conserving your property into the future? Do you want to ensure that special natural areas or certain uses, such as farming or forestry, won’t be lost to development? Join Scott Kunkler, Conservation Director of Scarborough Land Trust, for a discussion about the different options you have available to create a legacy for your property in the way you envision.
This discussion will take place in partnership with the Scarborough Public Library on November 17 at 7 PM.
No registration required.

Woodland Climate Change Presentation
2022-11-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Dyer Library, 371 Main St, Saco, ME, 04072, United States
Saco Valley Land Trust and Scarborough Land Trust have teamed up to offer a presentation and Q&A by Tom Doak of Maine Woodland Owners, focused on the impacts of climate change to Maine’s forests, and what we can do to both protect and improve our forested lands for the future. The presentation and Q&A will be held on Thursday, November 10th, 6 to 8pm at the Deering Room at the Dyer Library, 317 Main Street in Saco.
Tom Doak is the Executive Director of Maine Woodland Owners and recently served on the Maine Forest Carbon Task Force, which aimed to encourage carbon sequestration in smaller forests across the state. The Task Force’s work was part of “Maine Won’t Wait”, a four-year plan by the Maine Climate Council, initiated in 2020. During the presentation, Tom will touch on the work of the Maine Forest Carbon Task Force and the larger picture of Maine Won’t Wait, and describe how this state-level work can result in positive local changes for our communities. For more information about the event or the land trusts, please contact Sue Littlefield at sacovalleymaine@gmail.com, or call 207-282-0153.

This event is part of a series on climate change in partnership with Saco Valley Land Trust.

Native Seed Sowing Workshop
2022-11-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Cabela’s Community Room, 100 Cabela's Blvd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
In this workshop, Heather will lead a hands-on experience in native seed propagation, from ecologically-responsible seed collection and storing procedures to germination techniques.
We will learn about wildflowers, shrubs, trees and ferns, with an emphasis on outdoor seed sowing in pots or growing beds. Be prepared to dig your hands deep into the diversity of native seeds! Participants will go home with two pots sown with native seeds and the inspiration to sow more species in late fall/early winter.
Heather McCargo, founder of The Wild Seed Project, is an educator with 35 years of expertise in plant propagation, landscape design, and conservation. She was the head plant propagator at the New England Wildflower Society’s Garden in the Woods during the 1990s, worked at several landscape architecture/planning firms specializing in ecological design, and has been a contributor to several research projects with USAID, the National Gardening Association, and MOFGA. She has lectured nationally and is widely published in journals and magazines such as Horticulture and American Nurseryman. More locally, Heather designed the master plan for the medicinal gardens at Avena Botanicals in Rockland and was the creator and lead teacher for the Bay School’s Agricultural Arts program. Heather has a B.A. in plant ecology from Hampshire College, and an M.A. from the Conway School of Landscape Design.
Class fee is $30 which covers pots, soil, seeds and the workshop.
Tickets are sold per person. Register below.

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Apple Pressing and Story Time
2022-10-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Scarborough Public Library, 48 Gorham Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Scarborough Land Trust and Scarborough Public Library to celebrate apple season with a story time and cider pressing event!

We will read stories about apple varieties and trees, then use a press to make cider.
Bring your own apples if you wish to use the press!
Storytime and cider pressing will be led by Kelly Pietrzak. Kelly loves to work with children: from coaching youth sports, to leading youth nature hikes, to homeschooling her own two children. She previously ran a nature education business for preschool aged children and has a Master’s in Education teaching mostly middle school math but also at the elementary and college level. She loves to camp, tend her ever expanding gardens, and trail run with the family dog. This is the third year Kelly has led walks for children with Scarborough Land Trust, and her second year serving on SLT’s Communication, Education, and Outreach Committee.
No sign up required.
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release

Fall Migratory Bird Walk
2022-10-15 08:00 - 09:30 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Palm Warbler by Abby Wilson

Learn about Maine’s fall songbirds and migratory species along the Atlantic Flyway! Fuller Farm is a great place to study birdlife. Birder Brad Woodward will show attendees the best locations to see fall favorites such as waxwings, warblers, and sparrows.
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. Those registering as a group are only required to register ONCE, representing the party arriving in their vehicle. Registration capacity is limited by parking. *1 ticket equals 1 car*
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form

Contemplative Fall Walk
2022-10-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
The Contemplative Fall 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 trees in fall, this walk balances naturalist knowledge with gratitude and reflection. Learn about the Elm tree that lives next to the Pleasant Hill Preserve parking lot, listen to the whispers of the wisdom of the forest, and practice pausing to appreciate fall wonders.This walk will be led by Nicole Diroff, who is training to be a Maine Master Naturalist and serves as Program Director at The BTS Center, where she focuses on spiritual leadership for a climate-changed world.Families with children ages 8 and older are welcome to participate in this program.
Bring insect repellent, sun screen, water, and a snack.
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form
Registration capacity is limited by parking. Those registering as a group and traveling in one vehicle are only required to register once. *1 car equals 1 reservation*

Native Plant Walk
2022-10-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join SLT and Wild Seed Project for an autumn plant walk at Pleasant Hill Preserve!
Woodlands and meadows contain a variety of interesting native plants and have a story to tell about landscape history. In this native plant walk, Heather will highlight the surprising diversity of species native to Maine, including fall wildflowers, ferns, and a variety of native shrubs and trees. We will learn which species are adaptable to gardens and developed landscapes, their edible and medicinal properties, unusual reproductive strategies, and the threats to their survival. Learning to recognize the native species in our midst is the first step toward advocating for their conservation.

Heather McCargo, founder of The Wild Seed Project, is an educator with 35 years of expertise in plant propagation, landscape design, and conservation. She was the head plant propagator at the New England Wildflower Society’s Garden in the Woods during the 1990s, worked at several landscape architecture/planning firms specializing in ecological design, and has been a contributor to several research projects with USAID, the National Gardening Association, and MOFGA. She has lectured nationally and is widely published in journals and magazines such as Horticulture and American Nurseryman. More locally, Heather designed the master plan for the medicinal gardens at Avena Botanicals in Rockland and was the creator and lead teacher for the Bay School’s Agricultural Arts program. Heather has a B.A. in plant ecology from Hampshire College, and an M.A. from the Conway School of Landscape Design.

Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form
Tickets are sold per person. Register below.

History Walk at Pleasant Hill
2022-09-29 16:00 - 17:30 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Join Rodney Laughton, past President of Scarborough Historical Society, for a history walk at Pleasant Hill Preserve.
Learn about the general history of the area and what the people who lived on farms in Scarborough would have been doing at this time of year.
Rodney Laughton is a Scarborough native who for over 40 years has collected, studied, and documented Scarborough history. He is the author of two books, Images of America: Scarborough and Scarborough in the Twentieth Century.
For more information on Scarborough Historical Society please visit: https://scarboroughhistoricalsociety.org/

Bring insect repellent, sun screen, water, and a snack.
Rain date: Friday, September 30 at 4 PM
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Registration capacity is limited by parking. Those registering as a group and traveling in one vehicle are only required to register once. *1 car equals 1 reservation*

The event is full. Please email awilson@scarboroughlandtrust.org to be put on a waiting list.

Invasive Removal Work Day
2022-09-24 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-09-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Blue Point Preserve, 5 Seaveys Landing Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
We need your help identifying these species and working to remove them before they spread!
All ages welcome, although children must be accompanied by an adult. Be prepared to walk a short distance, potentially off the maintained trail. We encourage stewardship volunteers to bring their own tools, if they have them, including gloves, loppers, trimmers, shovels, and any Personal Protective Equipment. We recommend wearing long pants, comfortable footwear, and applying bug spray. Remain tick and insect aware.
Need training on invasive identification?
There will be trainings every other Tuesday starting August 9th and ending September 20th at Pleasant Hill Preserve.
Trail work days are scheduled on Saturdays this summer with a rotating location each month.

July 16th and 30th – Pleasant Hill Preserve.
August 13th and 27th – Fuller Farm Preserve.
September 10th and 24th – Blue Point Preserve.

After volunteers have been trained they are encouraged to be autonomous and schedule additional work days for themselves and other volunteers.
There is no need to register but we ask that all participants fill out the Liability and Photo Release Form and Volunteer Form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPFXO-twK88yEnwbO7IJ59W3LBfepg9GUW6ofrDwAcBNWAXA/viewform
Questions?
Contact Sami at swolf@scarboroughlandtrust.org

Marsh Bird Walk
2022-09-24 08:00 - 09:30 | Blue Point Preserve, 5 Seaveys Landing Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Snowy Egret by Ann Blanchard

Join birder Brad Woodward at Scarborough Land Trust’s Blue Point Preserve for a morning bird walk. Brad will lead a program featuring the birds of Scarborough Marsh. Potential species to see are ibises, egrets, herons, and many more.
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. Those registering as a group are only required to register ONCE, representing the party arriving in their vehicle. Registration capacity is limited by parking. *1 ticket equals 1 car*
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form

POSTPONED Invasive Species Training
2022-09-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
POSTPONED–
Those planning to attend the removal day on Sept 10 or Sept 24 can receive a short training at the beginning of the work day.

Under the guidance of our Stewardship Director, learn how to identify and combat invasive species at Scarborough Land Trust properties and in your own backyard! Invasive species are organisms that are non-native to a particular area and cause harm to the environment where they are introduced. Every year the SLT stewardship committee and a team of dedicated volunteers work hard to manage and fight the spread of invasive species across properties. We need your help identifying these species and working to remove them before they spread.
All ages welcome, although children must be accompanied by an adult. Be prepared to walk a short distance, potentially off the maintained trail. We encourage stewardship volunteers to bring their own tools, if they have them, including gloves, loppers, trimmers, shovels, and any Personal Protective Equipment. We recommend wearing long pants, comfortable footwear, and applying bug spray. Remain tick and insect aware.
All trainings will take place at Pleasant Hill Preserve.
There will be trainings every other Tuesday starting August 9 and ending September 20.
Trail works days will also be scheduled on Saturdays this summer, and location of those will change each month. After volunteers have been trained they are encouraged to be autonomous and schedule additional work days for themselves and other volunteers.
There is no need to register but we ask that all participants fill out the Liability and Photo Release Form and Volunteer Form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPFXO-twK88yEnwbO7IJ59W3LBfepg9GUW6ofrDwAcBNWAXA/viewform
Questions?
Contact Sami at swolf@scarboroughlandtrust.org

Maine Outdoor Film Festival
2022-09-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Memorial Park, 5 Durant Drive, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
SLT will be hosting a screening for the Maine Outdoor Film Festival at Memorial Park this September.

This 2-hour screening will feature films about the outdoors that celebrate conservation, wildlife, and the great state of Maine.
About MOFF: Maine Outdoor Film Festival hosts these screenings from Fort Kent to Kittery and brings together conservation, adventure, and the arts.
Bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Feel free to bring snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
Time: Doors: 7:00PM Films: 7:30PM
Admission: Suggested donation $10 to $15
Advance donations are appreciated. Please give what you can.
Rain date is Sunday, September 18

For more information and to view the scheduled list of films go to: https://maineoutdoorfilmfestival.com/2022-scarborough/

CANCELLED Invasive Species Training
2022-09-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Pleasant Hill Preserve, 256-280 Pleasant Hill Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
CANCELLED–
Those planning to attend the removal day on Sept 10 or Sept 24 can receive a short training at the beginning of the work day.
Under the guidance of our Stewardship Director, learn how to identify and combat invasive species at Scarborough Land Trust properties and in your own backyard! Invasive species are organisms that are non-native to a particular area and cause harm to the environment where they are introduced. Every year the SLT stewardship committee and a team of dedicated volunteers work hard to manage and fight the spread of invasive species across properties. We need your help identifying these species and working to remove them before they spread.
All ages welcome, although children must be accompanied by an adult. Be prepared to walk a short distance, potentially off the maintained trail. We encourage stewardship volunteers to bring their own tools, if they have them, including gloves, loppers, trimmers, shovels, and any Personal Protective Equipment. We recommend wearing long pants, comfortable footwear, and applying bug spray. Remain tick and insect aware.
All trainings will take place at Pleasant Hill Preserve.
There will be trainings every other Tuesday starting August 9 and ending September 20.
Trail works days will also be scheduled on Saturdays this summer, and location of those will change each month. After volunteers have been trained they are encouraged to be autonomous and schedule additional work days for themselves and other volunteers.
There is no need to register but we ask that all participants fill out the Liability and Photo Release Form and Volunteer Form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPFXO-twK88yEnwbO7IJ59W3LBfepg9GUW6ofrDwAcBNWAXA/viewform
Questions?
Contact Sami at swolf@scarboroughlandtrust.org

Summer Water Series: Session 2
2022-08-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Blue Point Preserve, 5 Seaveys Landing Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Image: Visualization by Sam Learner | https://river-runner.samlearner.com/

Follow a Raindrop and Explore Living Water in Scarborough
Scarborough Land Trust and Friends of Scarborough Marsh are celebrating WATER!
SLT will be hosting a summer series for families and children in collaboration with FOSM. Each week will take a close look at water and its important role in the environment. Each session will be 2 hours long, starting at 3 PM and concluding at 5 PM.
Session 2 – Marshlands POSTPONED TO Wednesday, August 31
In this session, we will explore the marshlands of Scarborough at SLT’s Blue Point Preserve. Why are marshes so smelly? How do the tides affect marshlands? We will learn about the biology and chemistry of saltmarshes. Wetlands are so important to animals- especially birds. Bring binoculars! We could see lots of egrets, blackbirds, and many other marsh birds.
Please Bring:

Clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting wet
Layers- for temperature, rain, and tick coverage
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
Snacks and water

Activities include science as well as book readings, crafts, and games.
Along the way, we will be using a refractometer to measure the salinity of the water at each location.
Cost: FREE
Recommended Age: 8 years and older (All children must be accompanied by an adult).
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form

THE SERIES IS FULL
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Please email awilson@scarboroughlandtrust.org to get on the waiting list.

Invasive Removal Work Day
2022-08-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Fuller Farm Preserve, 309 Broadturn Rd #299, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States

SOLD OUT: 10th Annual Broadturn Farm Dinner
2022-08-25 18:00 - 21:00 | ME
Join us on August 25th for Scarborough Land Trust’s 10th Annual Broadturn Farm Dinner.
Tickets will go on sale on Tuesday, July 26th at 8am.

To be added to the waitlist, email info@scarboroughlandtrust.org

Summer Water Series: Session 3
2022-08-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Ferry Beach, 50 Ferry Rd, Scarborough, ME, 04074, United States
Image: Visualization by Sam Learner | https://river-runner.samlearner.com/

Follow a Raindrop and Explore Living Water in Scarborough
Scarborough Land Trust and Friends of Scarborough Marsh are celebrating WATER!
SLT will be hosting a summer series for families and children in collaboration with FOSM. Each week will take a close look at water and its important role in the environment. Each session will be 2 hours long, starting at 3 PM and concluding at 5 PM.
Session 3 – Ocean (Wednesday, August 24)
The last stop will be the ocean. The beach is a great place to witness the power of water. Watching the waves, understanding the tides, collecting seashells are all fun ways to explore and appreciate salt water systems. We will search through intertidal pools and discover beach critters. Learn about “Leave no trace” policies and understand what shouldn’t be taken away from the beaches.
Location update: This program will take place at Ferry Beach
Parking: Ferry Beach is a town operated beach so those with a beach pass will not need to pay. For others, SLT & FOSM will cover parking cost.
Please Bring:

Clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting wet
Layers- for temperature, rain, and tick coverage
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
Snacks and water

Activities include science as well as book readings, crafts, and games.
Along the way, we will be using a refractometer to measure the salinity of the water at each location.
Cost: FREE
Recommended Age: 8 years and older (All children must be accompanied by an adult).
Note SLT’s Liability and Photo Release Form

THE SERIES IS FULL
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Please email awilson@scarboroughlandtrust.org to get on the waiting list.
