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SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification Walk
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk with Maine Master Naturalist Liz Koucky\, and learn how to identify trees in their winter state. Identifying trees from their leaves is a valuable skill\, but when leaves drop in the fall\, things can get tricky. Pick up some tree identifying skills on this guided walk. \n \nOur trek will include varied landscape communities including oak\, maple\, white birch\, yellow birch\, ash\, white pine\, hemlock and scattered eastern hop-hornbeam. Please register for this event so we can have an accurate head count and notify you of any changes. \nThe snow/weather date for this event is February 7 at 10:00 AM. Folks who have registered for this event will get an email if we have to move the event to the snow date. \nMeeting Location:\nMeet at the Quill Hill parking lot located at 25 Drury Lane\, Rome. Drury Lane is just north of the intersection of Rt 27 & Rt 225 (Rome Corner). Head south on Drury Lane for 0.2 miles where you will see a 7 Lakes sign on the left. See attached map below for details. \nHike Description:\nWe will start from the Quill Hill trailhead\, and walk approximately 1 mile down the Blaisdell trail and then turn around. We will be stopping frequently to observe different trees and discuss them\, which may mean we don’t cover as much distance. The hike will be a total maximum distance of 2 miles\, with total elevation change of approximately 125 ft. This trail is usually well packed by hikers\, but weather conditions will determine the trail surface conditions. \n		\n			Quill Hill Trail Map		\n\n  \nRecommended Gear:\n\nDress in warm layers. We will be walking and stopping to investigate different trees\, be sure to dress for stopping often.\nHiking/trekking poles can be helpful when walking on snow and uneven surfaces. They are especially useful when the trail is hidden by snow or for off-trail exploring.\nThis trail tends to be well packed but depending on weather\, we may recommend snowshoes or micro-spikes. An email will be sent to registrants before the event with an update on trail conditions.\n7 Lakes has 2 adult pairs of snowshoes and 2 child pairs of snowshoes available to borrow. Please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org to reserve snowshoes for this event.\n\n  \nEvent Policies:\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff will be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org ahead of time.\n\n 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/winter-tree-identification-walk-2/
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SUMMARY:Guided hike through Blueberry Barrens on Vienna Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Step into the beauty of blueberry barrens in the fall and join Maine Master Naturalist Liz Koucky for a guided hike on Vienna Mountain. This hike will take us onto conserved land in Vienna\, ME that is covered in low-bush blueberry plants. We will follow old farm roads that will take us deeper into the barrens where\, on clear days\, views to the west reveal the White Mountains and views to the east show Great Pond. \nRegistration for this event is required due to limited parking availability.  \nParking Location\nThis program will be held on Vienna Mountain\, located on Vienna Mountain Rd\, Vienna\, ME 04360. Approximately 1.1 miles up Vienna Mountain Road from its intersection with Route 41\, there is a dirt parking area on the right where we will park (44°32’42.1″N 69°58’18.7″W). 7 Lakes Alliance staff will be there to help facilitate parking. We will then carpool approximately one more mile up the road where we will park at the red farmhouse owned by the State of Maine. Note that Vienna Mountain Road is a gravel road\, and we will be hiking and parking on public land owned by the State of Maine Bureau of Public Lands.   \nWhat to bring\n\nsturdy hiking shoes\ndress in layers\nwater and/or snacks\nbinoculars (optional)\n\nInclement Weather Plan\nIn the event of poor weather\, this event may get rescheduled to a later date. You will be contacted via the email that you registered with. \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nPlease email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org or call 207-495-6039 with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/guided-hike-through-blueberry-barrens-on-vienna-mountain/
LOCATION:Vienna Mountain Road
CATEGORIES:family friendly,hike
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Foraging Walk with Richie Tory
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Maine mushrooms\, where to find them\, how to identify them\, and what to avoid on this walk led by Richie Tory. \nRichie Tory is an avid mushroom hunter\, organic farmer and vegetarian cook\, living and working for over 50 years on his Central Maine farm.  He has been leading mushroom workshops and walks for more than 30 years. This workshop is for foraging beginners who wish to identify common choice edible mushrooms and learn how to find them and what to avoid. Materials will be provided.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/mushroom-foraging-walk/
LOCATION:Fogg Island Trailhead\, Spring Hill Rd\, Mount Vernon\, ME\, 04352\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly,hike,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Foraging Walk with Richie Tory
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO THE LACK OF RAIN AND MUSHROOMS\, THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED. EMAIL SALLY.WHITTINGTON@7LAKESALLIANCE.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.  \n  \nLearn about Maine mushrooms\, where to find them\, how to identify them\, and what to avoid on this walk led by Richie Tory. \nRichie Tory is an avid mushroom hunter\, organic farmer and vegetarian cook\, living and working for over 50 years on his Central Maine farm.  He has been leading mushroom workshops and walks for more than 30 years. This workshop is for foraging beginners who wish to identify common choice edible mushrooms and learn how to find them and what to avoid. Materials will be provided.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/mushroom-foraging-walk-with-richie-tory/
LOCATION:Fogg Island Trailhead\, Spring Hill Rd\, Mount Vernon\, ME\, 04352\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Hike on Sanders Hill Trail
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Sanders Hill Trail on this guided hike with staff from our Land Stewardship department. \nSanders Hill trail is one of the premier hiking trails in the Kennebec Highlands. It is a moderate hike that features glimpses of Watson Pond\, a cascading brook\, granite slabs and boulder fields. The trail is a 2.9 mile loop and can be hiked in either direction. When heading clockwise\, a picnic area along a brook is passed around 1 mile in. The trail passes over the wooded summit of Sanders Hill. Following the trail clockwise\, hikers can enjoy a view to the north and east from a rocky outcrop just down from the mountain’s summit. \n  \nDriving Directions to Trailhead:\nWe will meet at the Sanders Hill Trailhead\, located on Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, ME 04963\, approximately 1.3 miles south of the intersection of Route 27 & Watson Pond Road. Look for a brown and green “Kennebec Highlands” sign on the west side of the road and a small dirt parking lot. \n		\n			Sanders Hill Map		\n\n  \nWhat to Bring:\n\nsturdy hiking shoes\nwater/snacks\ndress for the weather\n\nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/guided-hike-on-sanders-hill-trail/
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SUMMARY:Spring Solstice Mindfulness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Reflect on the Spring Solstice by spending time being present\, surrounded by nature. Join Constance Woodworth from WorthIt Nature and Forest Therapy Connections on a slow\, mindful walk on The Mountain Trail. This walk is intended as a way to slow down\, bring attention to the senses\, and experience the environment with deeper connection. \nTrail Description \nThe hike will start at The Mountain Trailhead and head north on the Main Trail for approximately 0.5 miles. At that point we will turn west onto the Long Pond Loop where we will pause for tea and a moment of reflection. We will then continue the Long Pond Loop back to the Main Trail and head south back to the parking lot. The approximate total distance for this hike is 1.6 miles. \nTrailhead Directions: \nApproximately one mile north of Belgrade Lakes Village on Route 27\, turn east onto Mountain Drive; a parking area is located at 0.3 miles on the left (north) side of Mountain Drive. Look for a blue sign with the trail name and 7 Lakes Alliance logo. \nFor more trail information visit our trail system page \nRecommended Gear: \n\nDress in layers. We will be walking and stopping at times\, so be sure to dress for Maine’s spring weather.\nHiking boots will be recommended on this trip. It is difficult to predict what the trail conditions will be on the day of this event. An email with updated trail conditions will be send to those who register closer to the event.\nHiking/trekking poles can be helpful when walking on uneven surfaces. They are especially useful when the trail is covered in snow or mud.\nDepending on weather\, we may recommend snowshoes or micro-spikes. An email will be sent to registrants before the event with an update on trail conditions.\n\nEvent Policies  \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\nPlease ask a staff member ahead of time if you are able to bring pets on 7 Lakes programming.\n7 Lakes staff will be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nPlease email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org with any questions regarding events. 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/spring-solstice-mindfulness-hike/
LOCATION:The Mountain Trailhead\, Mountain Drive\, Rome\, ME\, 04963\, United States
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