Explore the elfin and arboreal forest preserved by Coastal Mountains Land Trust at the Stephenson Preserve. Located on outer High Street in Belfast, it is across the road from the Rail Trail. Its shaded slopes are home to many bird and plant species. Participants should park at the parking lot halfway along the Rail Trail. Bring binoculars and a hand lens. FMI: 338-1147.
Explore the wonders of Sears Island with a nature hike. The shorter hike will cover half of the island. Choice of length: 10am-12pm or 10am-2pm. For the extended hike, participants will cover more of the island and eat a bag lunch along the way. Both hikes begin together at 10am at the Sears Island causeway gate. Bring water, a bagged lunch, sun, rain, and tick protection, binoculars optional. FMI: 338-1147.
Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition, P.O. Box 152, Belfast, ME 04915
info@belfastbaywatershed.org