Led by an experienced birder and ecologist, this course will walk you through identifying birds found in Southern Maine. We will cover the different families of birds, habitats, life histories, binoculars, field guides, and more. In addition, we will discuss several natural history and conservation topics related to the world of birds. This is a…
Enjoy an engaging spring story, interactive activity, and short nature walk with Jennifer. This event is geared toward children aged 3-6. Please consider wearing boots as our trails are sometimes muddy in the spring.
This event will focus on basic ID training for common invasive plant species, what plants are on the watch list, and where to find up-to-date information about invasive species and control methods. Hosted at the SLT office, there will be field guides and examples for attendees to examine, and a slideshow to illustrate growth phases…
Join Scarborough Public Library for the free short film Remember Winter, followed by a speaker from Citizens' Climate Lobby. In Remember Winter, "inspired by old photographs from his grandfather, Gabriel Andrus sets out on cross country skis to explore winter in New Hampshire, meeting locals along the way, and discovering how winter in New Hampshire…
Join Lucas Savoy to hear more about the vital work of the Biodiversity Research Institute. Biodiversity Research Institute (BRI), is a Maine-based non-profit wildlife conservation and research group, founded in 1998. BRI’s mission is to assess emerging threats to wildlife and ecosystems through collaborative research, and to use scientific findings to advance environmental awareness and…
Gary Fish, State Horticulturist at the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry, will help us explore the wonders of sustainable landscaping. Gary will lead us to discover how this practice contributes to a healthy environment by conserving water, reducing inputs, and creating wildlife habitat. Gary will also show us how integrated pest management can…
Join us as we partner with Southern Maine Astronomers (www.southernmaineastronomers.org) for a tour of the night sky, a discussion of the importance of dark sky preservation, and a closer look at wonders like Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and numerous nebulae and star clusters through their telescopes. Please note that parking at Fuller Farm is limited;…
Spring Cleanup at Scarborough Marsh Join the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center for this spring Earth Day tradition. We will gather at the Nature Center (92 Pine Point Road) for a cleanup of the marsh and beaches. There will be refreshments and displays and information on how you can be a better steward to this beautiful…
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…
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 Chaba Thai for a relaxed social gathering,…
Does your child love to read and also love talking about the natural world? Bring them to the Scarborough Land Trust’s monthly Nature Book Club for Kids! Led by SLT’s volunteer educator, Kelly Pietrzak, book club is geared for readers aged 8-13. For the first meeting, please bring any book relating to nature: animals, plants, seasons, environment. If your…
Join SLT in preparing our trails for summer! Lead Stewards and staff will guide volunteers in trail work and various projects at preserves across town. We have plenty of tools to share, but please bring your own work gloves. Light refreshments and good vibes provided! Locations: Pleasant Hill, Blue Point, Broadturn Farm, Fuller Farm, Sewell…