Join FLT staff and FHS birder, Ian, to watch the fun dance of the timberdoodle at River Point Conservation Area! We’ll meet shortly before dusk for a short walk into the fields at River Point to watch these birds perform their courtship displays. Bring your own binoculars and/or scope if you have them.

This event is free and open to all. Please click the link below to register or call 207-200-5488. This ensures that you will be added to our registration list and receive additional event details and updates.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at Tidewater Farm Preserve (Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth). We’ll explore the Cooperative Extension gardens before walking the grassy trails down towards the water. The annual elver harvest may be going on at this time. All walks are free and open to all. Click the link below or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at Mackworth Island! Come explore the trails and do a fun nature activity. Parking is available in the state park lot at the end of Andrews Ave, Falmouth. Bring water, boots, and warm layers, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

FLT will be hosting public volunteer work days on the second Saturday of every month from March through October. Volunteers will meet with FLT staff to learn how to do everything from building bridges and cutting back branches to improving drainage and removing invasive species. No experience necessary, and tools will be provided!

Upcoming volunteer work days: April 13th, May 11th, June 8th, July 13th, August 10th, September 14th, and October 12th. Work days will begin at 9:30 am, and project locations will vary each month.

Please click the link below to register. This helps us get in touch in case of any event changes or cancellations.

Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at Tidewater Farm! Come explore the trails and do a fun nature activity. Parking is available at the end of Presumpscot Point Road, Falmouth. Bring water, boots, and warm layers, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at Blackstrap Hill Community Forest! Come explore the trails and do a fun nature activity. Parking is available at 106 Hurricane Road, Falmouth. Bring water, boots, and warm layers, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at Suckfish Brook Conservation Area (4 Upland Way, Falmouth). Trails may have roots, rocks, and bog bridges - bring walking poles if you would like. Snowshoes are recommended if there is snow. All walks are free and open to all. Click the link below or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at River Point Conservation Area (63 Gray Road, Falmouth). Park in the Hannaford parking lot, and meet by the bridge near the big flagpole. All walks are free and open to all. Click below or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Come join the Wild Seed Project at the Falmouth Memorial Library to learn about the diverse plants that grow here in Maine and their unique seed collection and seed sowing processes. In this workshop, Wild Seed Project staff will facilitate a hands-on exploration of the many steps of growing native plants from seed, and establishing diverse landscapes using seed-grown plants. This class will begin outside with a walk, identifying different plants in the area and demonstrating ecologically-responsible seed collecting practices for those plants. The second part of the workshop will move us inside, where we will all practice winter seed sowing, and talk through the best practices for keeping your seeds outside for the winter. Each participant will leave with a pot of sown seeds! This event is co-sponsored by the Falmouth Land Trust.

This is a free event, but registration is required. Click below for registration information.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at Falmouth Nature Preserve (178 Foreside Road, Falmouth). It’s a great chance to get some fresh air after Thanksgiving! Trails may have roots, rocks, and bog bridges - bring walking poles if you would like. All walks are free and open to all. Click the link below or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at Community Park! Come explore the trails and do a fun nature activity. Parking is available at 19 Winn Road, Falmouth (park in the last possible lot). Bring water, boots, and warm layers, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at Underwood Springs Forest! Come explore the trails and collect leaves, petals, and other materials to make colorful suncatchers. Parking is available in the first lot on the right at the Friends School (11 US-1, Cumberland Foreside). Bring water, boots, and warm layers, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk along the Presumpscot River. Come learn about Wabanaki history and the significance of the Presumpscot River. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Overset Road in Portland. All walks are free and open to all. Click the link below or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at Underwood Springs Forest Preserve. Learn about ferns and flowers and explore Norton Brook. All walks are free and open to all. Click the link below or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Location: Underwood Springs Forest Preserve, 11 US-1, Cumberland Foreside (park in the first Friends School parking lot on the right)

Join FLT and Cultivating Community for Barn Fest, a family-friendly fundraiser to save the 100-year-old barn at Hurricane Valley Farm. It's sure to be a great event!

• Enjoy live music by Back Woods Road

• Hop on the horse-drawn hay wagon and tour the farm

• Visit the iconic white barn and sample farm treats

• Kids: join in on fun activities and crafts then make s'mores

• Visit the local food trucks for an easy dinner

• Make a donation at the event and receive a thank you gift

• Relax by the bonfire

FLT is hosting public volunteer trail trainings every month from April through October. Volunteers will meet with FLT staff to learn how to do everything from building bridges and cutting back branches to removing invasive species. No experience necessary!

This month we will be making improvements to the entrance of Morrill-Stillings Bird Sanctuary (18 Babbidge Road, Falmouth) to help decrease invasive plants in the area and set additional boundary markers. We will be restoring the natural habitat of the area by pulling out the invasive species and ensuring enough space is given to the native flora for them to thrive.

We will meet in the parking lot of the trailhead at 9:30am and go over tools and processes before starting the project as a group. This event will involve standing, digging, and kneeling on uneven terrain. Volunteers are encouraged to wear solid footwear and long pants, and bring water, insect repellant, and additional anti-tick measures.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Environmental Steward Sarah Payne at flt_seasonal@falmouthlandtrust.org. Click the link below to sign up, or call 207-200-5488 for more information.

Other upcoming volunteer training dates: October 13th

Time and location for each day to be determined based on weather and project priorities.

FLT and the Falmouth Cumberland Chamber of Commerce are excited to host the Maine Outdoor Film Festival at Tidewater Farm! The film program features various outdoor and conservation-themed films and lasts about 2 hours, including a 10-minute intermission. Bring your own chair or picnic blanket, and come enjoy some films under the stars!

Doors open at 7 pm, and films begin at 7:30pm.

Suggested donation $10 to $15, with proceeds going to Falmouth Land Trust.

Location specifics: Tidewater Farm (Presumpscot Point Rd in Falmouth)

For more information, visit the MOFF website.

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Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at Tidewater Farm! Come explore the gardens and trails by doing a color scavenger hunt. Parking is available near the UMaine Cooperative Extension gardens on Presumpscot Point Road in Falmouth. Bring water and sun protection, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

FLT is hosting public volunteer trail trainings every month from April through October. Volunteers will meet with FLT staff to learn how to do everything from building bridges and cutting back branches to removing invasive species. No experience necessary!

This month’s project will focus on installing a turnpike at Blackstrap Hill Preserve (373 Blackstrap Road, Falmouth). This involves digging, moving wheelbarrow loads of gravel, and shoveling. Volunteers should come prepared wearing study shoes and bring water and sun protection. If you have questions about volunteering, please reach out to our Environmental Steward Sarah Payne at flt_seasonal@falmouthlandtrust.org. Click the link below to sign up, or call 207-200-5488 for more information.

Other upcoming volunteer training dates: September 8th, October 13th

Time and location for each day to be determined based on weather and project priorities.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a paddling adventure out to Clapboard Island, a Maine Coast Heritage Trust property that is a 20-30 minute paddle from Town Landing. Meet at Town Landing with your own kayak, paddleboard, or small boat, and wear a life preserver and shoes that can get wet. The group will return to Town Landing around 11 a.m. If weather is windy or wet, we must cancel. This event is free and open to the public. Email Rebecca at rdugan@falmouthlandtrust.org or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Location: Town Landing (Town Landing Road, Falmouth) and Clapboard Island

Join us for a full moon supermoon walk at River Point Conservation Area! We’ll use the light of the moon to help us navigate the fields and trails. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight just in case. Park in the Hannaford parking lot at 65 Gray Road, and meet by the bridge near the large flagpole.

This event is free and open to all. Registration is requested but not required. Registering helps us get in touch in case of any event updates or cancellations.

Join FLT and Runaways Run Club for a guided Sunday morning run/walk in Hadlock Community Forest, connecting to Rines Forest. We will meet at the Hadlock Trailhead off Hadlock Road in Falmouth for a trail run or walk. Hadlock is moderately technical with roots and rocks, but very little elevation. Guided distance options in Hadlock are 3 or 5 miles, with the option for runners to continue on and add mileage in adjacent Rines Forest trails. Please bring water, bug spray and snacks (as needed) sufficient for a 60-90 minute planned outing.

Registration is requested but not required. This helps us plan for about how many people are coming and ensures that we can contact you in case any event changes occur.

Join FLT and Greater Portland Forest Playgroup for an outdoor adventure at River Point Conservation Area! Come explore the fields and trails and search for items to weave into a small nature loom. Bring water and sun protection, and be ready to have some fun!

This event is for families with children ages 2-5, but other ages and siblings are certainly welcome. Children must attend with a parent or guardian.

Please register in advance by clicking the link below or calling 207-200-5488. This helps us ensure we bring enough materials for all participants!

More information about Forest Playgroup can be found on Facebook. There is also a group specifically for the Greater Portland chapter that includes information about other adventures.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at Woods Road Community Forest. Explore Falmouth’s oldest forest with 100-year-old trees, beautiful wild flowers, and an accessible path. All walks are free and open to the public. Email Rebecca at rdugan@falmouthlandtrust.org or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Location: Woods Road Community Forest, 34 Woods Road, Falmouth

FLT is hosting public volunteer trail trainings every month from April through October. Volunteers will meet with FLT staff to learn how to do everything from building bridges and cutting back branches to removing invasive species. No experience necessary!

This month we will be making improvements to the entrance of Blackstrap Hill Preserve (373 Blackstrap Rd, Falmouth) to help decrease invasive plants in the area. We will be restoring the natural habitat of the area by pulling out the invasive species and ensuring enough space is given to the native flora for them to thrive.

We will meet in the parking lot of the trailhead at 1:00pm and go over tools and processes before heading down the trail as a group. This event will involve standing, digging, and kneeling on uneven terrain. Volunteers are encouraged to wear solid footwear and long pants, and bring water, insect repellant, and additional anti-tick measures.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Environmental Steward Sarah Payne at flt_seasonal@falmouthlandtrust.org. Click the link below to sign up, or call 207-200-5488 for more information.

Other upcoming volunteer training dates: August 11th, September 8th, October 13th

Time and location for each day to be determined based on weather and project priorities.

Join the Falmouth Land Trust in celebrating the start of summer on the longest day of the year! Come meet your neighbors, enjoy snacks and soft drinks, learn more about FLT, and win door prizes from L.L. Bean and more!

Wednesday, June 21st

Stop by: 5:30-8:30pm

Mason Motz park & playground 

190 Middle Road, Falmouth

In case of rain: Presumpscot Room, Mason Motz building

Registration is encouraged but not required: please RSVP to info@falmouthlandtrust.org 

Join Emily Baisden, Wild Seed Project's Seed Program Manager, and FLT staff at Morrill-Stillings Bird Sanctuary for an interactive program about the importance of native shrubs in creating bird habitat. Come learn about and identify native shrubs around the property, and dive deep into the supportive relationships between these shrubs and specific species of birds. Leave this program feeling inspired to plant native shrubs to attract and support birds in the areas you live, work, and play. 

We will be walking around the trails, looking at shrubs and looking for birds, so come hiking ready, with comfortable shoes, layers, and the tick-prevention strategy that works for you. 

This program is free, but registration is requested so we can know how many people are coming.

FLT is hosting public volunteer trail trainings every month from April through October. Volunteers will meet with FLT staff to learn how to do everything from building bridges and cutting back branches to removing invasive species. No experience necessary!

June’s volunteer project will focus on installing a split rail fence in the parking lot at Morrill-Stillings Bird Sanctuary. Click the link below to sign up, or call 207-200-5488 for more information. We look forward to working with you!

Other upcoming volunteer training dates: July 14th, August 11th, September 8th, October 13th

Time and location for each day to be determined based on weather and project priorities.

Join a Maine Master Naturalist for a guided walk at Underwood Springs Forest Preserve. Learn about ferns and flowers and explore Norton Brook. All walks are free and open to the public. Email Rebecca at rdugan@falmouthlandtrust.org or call 207-200-5488 to register.

Location: Underwood Springs Forest Preserve, 11 US-1, Cumberland Foreside (park in the first Friends School parking lot on the right)

Join FLT and Wild Seed Project for a restorative foraging workshop with Aaron Witham, USM's Director of Sustainability. This two-part foraging class invites you to develop friendships with the wild plants and mushrooms that you eat and don’t eat. Geared toward beginners, but open to all, this class will cover safety, identification, the ethics of reciprocity, respectful harvest guidelines and restorative actions. The stars of the show will be 50-75 edible or medicinal plants that will showcase their talents in return for love and respect. Don’t be surprised if there are occasional cameos from mushrooms. They always want to be a part of things. A tasty, foraged snack will be offered for each class.

Two classes ($35 total) will take place Wednesday, May 31st from 6:30-9 at the Mason-Motz building and Sunday, June 4th from 1-3:30 at the Falmouth Elementary School's greenhouse. Click here for registration information.