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#WellsME - Bird Walk

Saturday, May 16, 2026 (and every other Saturday through August 8)
7:30am – 9:30am

Reservations Required
Cost: Free with site admission

"Join York County #Audubon birders every other Saturday this summer, May 16-August 8, for a guided bird walk around the Reserve property. Beginners are welcome. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Space is limited."

FMI and to register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/87151/bird-walk

#SolarPunkSunday #BirdWatching #GuidedBirdWalk #MaineEvents #Birding #WellsReserve #SpendTimeInNature #WellsReserveAtLaudholm

#WellsME - Beavers of the #WellsReserve

Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Reservations Required

Pricing
Members: $8.00
Non-Members: $10.00

"Join #Maine Master #Naturalist, Certified Interpretive Guide, and Reserve Executive Director Emeritus Paul Dest to learn about nature’s engineer, the #NorthAmerican Beaver. A self-described 'beaver believer,' Paul will cover the life history and ecology of this fascinating rodent. Participants will take a short walk along the #MerrilandRiver to see a #BeaverLodge, dam, and other visual signs of the beaver’s presence in the adjacent forest."

FMI and to register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/87367/beavers-of-the-wells-reserve

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #SpendTimeInNature #Laudholm #WellsReserveAtLaudholm #NaturePreserve

#WellsME - #EarthDay Celebration

Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 10:00am – 2:00pm
#WellsReserve at #Laudholm

Reservations Not Required
Cost: Free

"Join us for a beach clean-up, visit from a humpback whale, seed planting and more in celebration of beautiful planet Earth.

Scheduled Activities:

8:30-10am: Just added! Bird Walk with York County #Audubon

Meet at the Gazebo and join for a walk to see some of the newly arrived early migrants! We’ll meet at 8:30am at the gazebo beside the main house. Please bring binoculars if you have them. We’ll have some pairs to lend if you don’t.

10am-12pm: Beach Clean-up

Walk the half mile down to Laudholm Beach to help pick up litter. Be an active Earth steward! We will meet at the gazebo just outside the Visitor Center to walk to the beach as a group.

12-2pm: Engaging Earth Activities

- #Pollinator Scavenger Hunt
- #SeedPlanting with Maine Master Gardeners
- Leaf Printing
- Earth Pledges

1-2pm: Within the Whale

Celebrate Earth Day by stepping inside one of the ocean’s most important animals! Join Within the Whale for an immersive experience where participants explore the inside of a life-size inflatable humpback whale and discover how whales support healthy oceans and a thriving planet. Through hands-on learning and engaging activities, you’ll learn how the survival of whales is connected to Earth’s ecosystems, and what we can all do to protect them. Perfect for curious learners of all ages who want to deepen their connection to our blue planet this Earth Day."

https://wellsreserve.org/event/83311/earth-day-celebration

#SolarPunkSunday #EarthDay2026 #MaineEvents #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBasedLearning #BeachCleanups

#WellsME - #FullMoonWalk

Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Experience the #LaudholmReserve after dark!

Reservations Required!

Pricing
- Members: $8
- Non-Members: $10
- Member Family: $20
- Non-member Family: $25

"Experience the Reserve after dark! Join us for a peaceful walk on the trails and to the beach after dark. We hope to catch the last colors of sunset and the glow of the full moon. Please come prepared for the weather and trail conditions. Families welcome w/young ones ages 10+. Registration and pre-payment are required."

To register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82750/full-moon-walk

#MaineEvents #SolarPunkSunday #LunarPunkSunday #NatureWalk #FullMoon #WellsReserve #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature

#WellsME - #FullMoonWalk

Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Experience the #LaudholmReserve after dark!

Reservations Required!

Pricing
- Members: $8
- Non-Members: $10
- Member Family: $20
- Non-member Family: $25

"Experience the Reserve after dark! Join us for a peaceful walk on the trails and to the beach after dark. We hope to catch the last colors of sunset and the glow of the full moon. Please come prepared for the weather and trail conditions. Families welcome w/young ones ages 10+. Registration and pre-payment are required."

To register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82750/full-moon-walk

#MaineEvents #SolarPunkSunday #LunarPunkSunday #NatureWalk #FullMoon #WellsReserve #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature

#WellsME - #FullMoonWalk

Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Experience the #LaudholmReserve after dark!

Reservations Required!

Pricing
- Members: $8
- Non-Members: $10
- Member Family: $20
- Non-member Family: $25

"Experience the Reserve after dark! Join us for a peaceful walk on the trails and to the beach after dark. We hope to catch the last colors of sunset and the glow of the full moon. Please come prepared for the weather and trail conditions. Families welcome w/young ones ages 10+. Registration and pre-payment are required."

To register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82750/full-moon-walk

#MaineEvents #SolarPunkSunday #LunarPunkSunday #NatureWalk #FullMoon #WellsReserve #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature

#WellsME - #FullMoonWalk

Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Experience the #LaudholmReserve after dark!

Reservations Required!

Pricing
- Members: $8
- Non-Members: $10
- Member Family: $20
- Non-member Family: $25

"Experience the Reserve after dark! Join us for a peaceful walk on the trails and to the beach after dark. We hope to catch the last colors of sunset and the glow of the full moon. Please come prepared for the weather and trail conditions. Families welcome w/young ones ages 10+. Registration and pre-payment are required."

To register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82750/full-moon-walk

#MaineEvents #SolarPunkSunday #LunarPunkSunday #NatureWalk #FullMoon #WellsReserve #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature

#WellsME - #FullMoonWalk

Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Experience the #LaudholmReserve after dark!

Reservations Required!

Pricing
- Members: $8
- Non-Members: $10
- Member Family: $20
- Non-member Family: $25

"Experience the Reserve after dark! Join us for a peaceful walk on the trails and to the beach after dark. We hope to catch the last colors of sunset and the glow of the full moon. Please come prepared for the weather and trail conditions. Families welcome w/young ones ages 10+. Registration and pre-payment are required."

To register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82750/full-moon-walk

#MaineEvents #SolarPunkSunday #LunarPunkSunday #NatureWalk #FullMoon #WellsReserve #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature

#WellsME - #WinterWildlifeDay

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 10:00am – 1:00pm

"Celebrate the #wildlife of #SouthernMaine with live animals, a guided walk, scavenger hunt, and craft projects.

10-11am
#CenterForWildlife presentation with live animal ambassadors

11am-12pm
Wildlife craft and activity time with York County Audubon & Wells Reserve
Face painting

12-1pm
Wildlife #tracking / #NatureWalk with experienced guides
#Sledding, #snowshoeing, and snowy fun with hot cocoa for warming up
Wildlife scavenger hunt on the trails*

*The wildlife scavenger hunt is self-guided and will be available all day, every day starting on Saturday Feb 13th and continuing throughout the week! Pick up the scavenger hunt outside the restrooms!

Bring your own snowshoes and sleds if you have them! If not, we will have some on hand for you to borrow. Wear animal costumes/hats if you have them!"

Reservations Not Required.

Free

Location:
Mather Auditorium, Wells Reserve at Laudholm
342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells ME 04090

This event is handicap accessible

https://wellsreserve.org/event/80383/winter-wildlife-day

#SolarPunkSunday #WellsReserveAtLaudholm #LearnAboutNature #SpendTimeInNature
#MaineEvents #WellsReserve

#WellsME - #Rewilding Presentation
Monday, March 23, 2026, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Join photographer Steve Morello for a journey through the rewilding of his southern Maine property!

"For years, renown photographer Steve Morello planned on having his own personal sanctuary where he could retire and photograph in his own little space. His journey to rewild his property here in Maine was both rewarding but also a big learning experience. Join him for a conical on this journey to restore and revive what has become the teaching facility at Little River Photo in North Berwick."

Reservations Not Required
Suggested Donation: $5.00

Location:
Mather Auditorium, #WellsReserve at #Laudholm
342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells ME 04090

This event is handicap accessible.

FMI:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82959/rewilding

#SolarPunkSunday #LearnAboutNature #MaineEvents #RestoreNature

#WellsME - Archaeology in the #CapePorpoise Archipelago

Monday, February 9, 2026, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

"Come learn from local archaeologist Tim Spahr about his research at Cape Porpoise sites threatened by sea level rise."

Reservations Not Required
Suggested Donation: $5.00

Location:
Mather Auditorium, Wells Reserve at Laudholm
342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells ME 04090

This event is handicap accessible

https://wellsreserve.org/event/80562/archaeology-in-the-cape-porpoise-archipelago

#SolarPunkSunday #LearnAboutHistory #SpendTimeInNature #MaineEvents #WellsReserve

#WellsME - #WednesdayWalk at the #WellsReserveAtLaudholm

Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:30am – 12:00pm

Explore nature through observation and a creative lens.

"The natural world has long been a source of respite, creativity, and wonder. Join #NormaFox, certified interpretive guide and #WellsReserve docent and ranger, for a series of walks to explore nature through artistic lenses and different seasons.

Wednesday walks run bi-weekly through April. A variety of trails and topics will be incorporated so repeat participation is most welcome. Join us for one or for all!

Please arrive prepared with appropriate footwear and clothing for the conditions.

The distance and duration of this guided walk will vary depending on the chosen trail. Approximately 1 mile and 1.5 hours. This walk is geared towards adults, but ages 12 and older are welcome."

Cost: Free, though Reservations Required

Please call Caryn at (207) 646-1555 x 110 or email [email protected] to reserve your space.

FMI:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/80126/wednesday-walk

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #Laudholm #NatureWalks #SpendTimeInNature