Winter Wonders- tracks, trees, and lichen
Winter is a season for inactivity and rest for many- humans and wildlife. During a snowstorm, it’s tempting to sit by the fire and sip hot cocoa. Step outside when…
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Exploring Big Trees in Scarborough with Kevin Martin
Author and boat builder, Kevin Martin has been measuring trees around New England for over a decade. Kevin’s newest book, which came out this year, is called Big Trees of…
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Leaves and needles help us identify trees
Leaves and needles are one of the best tools to use when identifying trees. Coniferous trees typically keep their needles all winter. A deciduous tree is one that drops its…
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Hidden History of Pleasant Hill and Scarborough
Did you know the town of Scarborough had a trolley? Find out more below! In September, SLT hosted a History Walk at Pleasant Hill Preserve in collaboration with the Scarborough…
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Eddie Woodin Awarded Conservationist of the Year
Photo: Board of Directors member Rick Shinay (left), and award recipient Eddie Woodin (right) Credit: Pete Ryan Eddie Woodin has been an advocate for conservation and community for decades. He…
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Bats at Broadturn: Several species detected in July
It’s no secret that bats have a bad reputation. Education is a necessary tool to combat myths and misinformation. SLT participated in this education in July at a Bat Program,…
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Maine Outdoor Film Festival screening September 15th
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,…
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Piper Shores offers matching grant for Sewell Woods
Sewell Woods, a small gem of a property owned and protected by Scarborough Land Trust (SLT) in southern Scarborough, is undergoing some much-needed upgrades this summer. And is also getting…
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Migratory Monarch Butterflies on Endangered Species List
On July 21st, 2022, migratory monarch butterflies, Danaus plexippus plexippus, were added to the growing list of endangered species list by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Monarchs migrate…
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SOLD OUT: 10th Annual Broadturn Farm Dinner
10th Annual Broadturn Farm Dinner Thursday, August 25th, 2022 6pm – 9pm Tickets: $175 Tickets are now sold out. If you’d like to attend, email info@scarboroughlandtrust.org to be added…
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