BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//7 Lakes Alliance - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://7lakesalliance.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for 7 Lakes Alliance REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T153000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20260428T201109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T201109Z UID:10000220-1778241600-1778254200@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Tree Planting - Building a Climate Resilient Forest DESCRIPTION:Have a hand in building a climate resilient forest on conserved land! \n \nHelp 7 Lakes Alliance celebrate Earth Day with a day of tree planting at our Dunn Road Conservation Area in Belgrade! This property\, acquired by 7 Lakes in 2024\, was extensively logged in the past and we are taking this opportunity to establish a resilient forest that will thrive in the future. \n  \nWhat to Expect\nParticipants should expect a full workday of unloading trees\, digging holes\, and planting trees along with mulch\, stakes\, and tree tubes. Tree plantings will be divided into three zones: Wind throw mitigation\, climate resilient native trees\, and assisted migration plots. We welcome people of all experience levels to join us\, but all participants must be able to walk short distances over uneven surfaces. \nParticipants should bring: \n\nFood and water\nGloves\nClose-toed shoes\nAppropriate clothes to work outside\nIf you have one\, please bring a shovel\, as we have a limited number to give out.\n\nParking\nPark at the Belgrade Transfer Station in the parking area to the left of the gate. Transfer Station: 92 Dunn Rd\, Belgrade\, ME. Overflow parking will be directed to the Dunn Road Conservation Area just down the road. 7 Lakes Alliance staff will shuttle people from the Transfer Station to the work site. \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.\nSafety is our primary concern. If you are acting in an unsafe way\, 7 Lakes Alliance will ask you to leave the event. URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/tree-planting-building-a-climate-resilient-forest/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T123000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20260305T134126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T154441Z UID:10000215-1777111200-1777120200@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Tree Planting Day 2 - Building a Climate Resilient Forest DESCRIPTION:Have a hand in building a climate resilient forest on conserved land! \n \nHelp 7 Lakes Alliance celebrate Earth Day with a day of tree planting at our Dunn Road Conservation Area in Belgrade! This property\, acquired by 7 Lakes in 2024\, was extensively logged in the past and we are taking this opportunity to establish a resilient forest that will thrive in the future. \nRain date: Sunday\, April 26 from 10am-12:30pm \n  \nWhat to Expect\nParticipants should expect a full workday of unloading trees\, digging holes\, and planting trees along with mulch\, stakes\, and tree tubes. Tree plantings will be divided into three zones: Wind throw mitigation\, climate resilient native trees\, and assisted migration plots. We welcome people of all experience levels to join us\, but all participants must be able to walk short distances over uneven surfaces. \nParticipants should bring: \n\nFood and water\nGloves\nClose-toed shoes\nAppropriate clothes to work outside\nIf you have one\, please bring a shovel\, as we have a limited number to give out.\n\nParking\nPark at the Belgrade Transfer Station\, after you have gone through the gate of the Transfer Station\, follow the yellow 7 Lakes Alliance “Event Parking” signs that bring you to the lower lot. 7 Lakes Alliance staff will shuttle people from the Transfer Station to the work site. Transfer Station: 92 Dunn Rd\, Belgrade\, ME. \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.\nSafety is our primary concern. If you are acting in an unsafe way\, 7 Lakes Alliance will ask you to leave the event. URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/tree-planting-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20260305T133935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T154347Z UID:10000214-1776956400-1776965400@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Tree Planting Day 1 - Building a Climate Resilient Forest DESCRIPTION:Have a hand in building a climate resilient forest on conserved land! \n \nHelp 7 Lakes Alliance celebrate Earth Day with a day of tree planting at our Dunn Road Conservation Area in Belgrade! This property\, acquired by 7 Lakes in 2024\, was extensively logged in the past and we are taking this opportunity to establish a resilient forest that will thrive in the future. \nRain date: Friday\, April 24 from 3-5:30pm \n  \nWhat to Expect\nParticipants should expect a full workday of unloading trees\, digging holes\, and planting trees along with mulch\, stakes\, and tree tubes. Tree plantings will be divided into three zones: Wind throw mitigation\, climate resilient native trees\, and assisted migration plots. We welcome people of all experience levels to join us\, but all participants must be able to walk short distances over uneven surfaces. \nParticipants should bring: \n\nFood and water\nGloves\nClose-toed shoes\nAppropriate clothes to work outside\nIf you have one\, please bring a shovel\, as we have a limited number to give out.\n\nParking\nPark at the Belgrade Transfer Station in the parking area to the left of the gate. Transfer Station: 92 Dunn Rd\, Belgrade\, ME. Overflow parking will be directed to the Dunn Road Conservation Area just down the road. 7 Lakes Alliance staff will shuttle people from the Transfer Station to the work site. \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.\nSafety is our primary concern. If you are acting in an unsafe way\, 7 Lakes Alliance will ask you to leave the event. URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/tree-planting-day-1/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250630T154233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T133041Z UID:10000162-1755259200-1755273600@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:French Mountain Volunteer Trail Day DESCRIPTION:Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our most popular and beloved trail systems\, French Mountain. This trail has been around for a long time and is significantly eroded and steep in places. The majority of this trail work will focus on establishing erosion resistant rock steps. No previous trail work experience is necessary. Rain date: August 15th noon-4pm. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the French Mountain Trailhead\, located at 139 Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, ME 04963. Coming south on Watson Pond Road\, look for a blue sign on the left. \n \n French Mountain Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\n  \nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nRock bar\nPruning saw\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/french-mountain-volunteer-trail-day-4/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250730T180733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T182804Z UID:10000179-1754568000-1754582400@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:French Mountain Volunteer Trail Day DESCRIPTION:Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our most popular and beloved trail systems\, French Mountain. This trail has been around for a long time and is significantly eroded and steep in places. The majority of this trail work will focus on establishing erosion resistant rock steps. No previous trail work experience is necessary. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the French Mountain Trailhead\, located at 139 Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, ME 04963. Coming south on Watson Pond Road\, look for a blue sign on the left. \n \n French Mountain Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\n  \nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nRock bar\nPruning saw\nRake or hoe\n\nIf you have any questions about this event please contact our Land Intern Andrew Bertolini at land.assistant@7lakesalliance.org URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/french-mountain-volunteer-trail-day-5/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250630T153901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T161116Z UID:10000161-1753963200-1753977600@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:French Mountain Volunteer Trail Day DESCRIPTION:Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our most popular and beloved trail systems\, French Mountain. This trail has been around for a long time and is significantly eroded and steep in places. The majority of this trail work will focus on establishing erosion resistant rock steps. No previous trail work experience is necessary. Rain date: August 1st from noon – 4pm.  \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the French Mountain Trailhead\, located at 139 Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, ME 04963. Coming south on Watson Pond Road\, look for a blue sign on the left. \n \n French Mountain Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\n  \nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nRock bar\nPruning saw\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/french-mountain-volunteer-trail-day-3/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250630T153402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T161524Z UID:10000160-1753358400-1753372800@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:French Mountain Volunteer Trail Day DESCRIPTION:Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our most popular and beloved trail systems\, French Mountain. This trail has been around for a long time and is significantly eroded and steep in places. The majority of this trail work will focus on establishing erosion resistant rock steps. No previous trail work experience is necessary. Rain date: July 25th from noon-4pm. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the French Mountain Trailhead\, located at 139 Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, ME 04963. Coming south on Watson Pond Road\, look for a blue sign on the left. \n \n French Mountain Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\n  \nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nRock bar\nPruning saw\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/french-mountain-volunteer-trail-day-2/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250630T153008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T161728Z UID:10000159-1752062400-1752076800@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:French Mountain Volunteer Trail Day DESCRIPTION:Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our most popular and beloved trail systems\, French Mountain. This trail has been around for a long time and is significantly eroded and steep in places. The majority of this trail work will focus on establishing erosion resistant rock steps. No previous trail work experience is necessary. Rain date: July 10th from noon-4pm.  \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the French Mountain Trailhead\, located at 139 Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, ME 04963. Coming south on Watson Pond Road\, look for a blue sign on the left. \n \n French Mountain Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\n\n  \nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\n  \nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nRock bar\nPruning saw\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/french-mountain-volunteer-trail-day/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250623T195328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T195328Z UID:10000157-1750939200-1750953600@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on the Lambert Trail #3 DESCRIPTION: Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our newest trails\, the Lambert Trail on the Quill Hill Trail System. This trail is steep in places\, and work will focus on creating a more sustainable grade for the trail\, and installing erosion resistant rock steps where needed. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the Quill Hill Trailhead on Drury Lane in Rome. From Route 225\, turn south down Drury Lane and the look for a blue “Quill Hill” sign on your left. \n \n View Trail Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nPruning saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-the-lambert-trail-3/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250612T133042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T133042Z UID:10000152-1750248000-1750262400@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on the Lambert Trail #2 DESCRIPTION: Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our newest trails\, the Lambert Trail on the Quill Hill Trail System. This trail is steep in places\, and work will focus on creating a more sustainable grade for the trail\, and installing erosion resistant rock steps where needed. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the Quill Hill Trailhead on Drury Lane in Rome. From Route 225\, turn south down Drury Lane and the look for a blue “Quill Hill” sign on your left. \n \n View Trail Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nPruning saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-the-lambert-trail-2/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250603T181949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T174945Z UID:10000151-1749643200-1749657600@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on the Lambert Trail DESCRIPTION: Join 7 Lakes Alliance in maintaining one of our newest trails\, the Lambert Trail on the Quill Hill Trail System. This trail is steep in places\, and work will focus on creating a more sustainable grade for the trail\, and installing erosion resistant rock steps where needed. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: We will meet at the Quill Hill Trailhead on Drury Lane in Rome. From Route 225\, turn south down Drury Lane and the look for a blue “Quill Hill” sign on your left. \n \n View Trail Map \n\n  \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRebenching the trail where necessary to ensure a safe\, erosion resistant walking surface\nInstalling rock steps where the grade is steep\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nEye protection. This is essential for any kind of rock work\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nPruning saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-the-lambert/ CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T160000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250523T145120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T145120Z UID:10000109-1748520000-1748534400@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Work Day - Removing Invasive Japanese Knotweed DESCRIPTION:For many years\, 7 Lakes Alliance has been managing a small Japanese knotweed infestation at Mt. Phillip by hand pulling. Join us on Thursday\, May 29th at 12pm for a workday where we will address this spring’s new growth of knotweed. Work will focus on cutting and pulling stems and removing as many roots as possible. Japanese knotweed spreads through fragmentation\, so all plant matter will be bagged up and disposed of properly. \nWhat to Bring: \n\nLong pants and close toed shoes (we recommend long sleeves too)\nGloves\nFood and water\nBug spray\nSunscreen and bug protection if desired\n\nDriving Directions to Trailhead: A parking lot is located on the north side of Route 225\, directly across from Starbird Lane\, 1.5 miles east of Rome Corner (the junction of Routes 27 and 225). \nEvent Policies \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\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.\n\nRegister for this event below \nEmail 7 Lakes Alliance Land Steward\, Dan Woughter\, with any questions at dan.woughter@7lakesalliance.org URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/removing-invasive-knotweed/ LOCATION:Mt. Phillip Upper Parking Lot\, Rome Rd\, Rome\, ME\, 04963\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day GEO:44.579172;-69.880738 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mt. Phillip Upper Parking Lot Rome Rd Rome ME 04963 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Rome Rd:geo:-69.880738,44.579172 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T150000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250424T181718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T134628Z UID:10000102-1747911600-1747926000@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on Fogg Island DESCRIPTION:After a long winter\, Fogg Island’s trail needs some maintenance to get it ready for the summer season! Join 7 Lakes Alliance for a day of clearing corridor and tread on the beautiful Fogg Island Preserve. \nThis trail has in infestation of autumn olive\, an invasive shrub. Controlling this invasive species is a priority on this property\, so we be removing any autumn olive that we see during the day. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: From Cottle Hill Road in Mt. Vernon\, turn onto Spring Hill Road. After about a half mile\, you will pass the “Fogg Island Preserve” sign on your left. From there follow the arrows on the blue “Fogg Island Preserve” signs and arrive at a gravel parking area. \nTasks: \n\nPruning back the trees that have grown up along trail\nRemoving invasive autumn olive\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\n(This is a long trail\, and these two tasks alone will take most of the day)\nPicking up trash and debris along the access road and trail\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, long pants\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nPruning saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe\nEye protection and hearing protection (7 Lakes staff may be running a chainsaw) URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-fogg-island/ LOCATION:Fogg Island Trailhead\, Spring Hill Rd\, Mount Vernon\, ME\, 04352\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T150000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250424T170325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T170325Z UID:10000101-1747220400-1747234800@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on The Mountain DESCRIPTION:After a long winter The Mountain trail system needs some maintenance to get it ready for the summer season! Join 7 Lakes Alliance for a day of clearing corridor and tread on this trail\, as well as clearing blowdown that has fallen across the trail. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: Drive approximately one mile north of Belgrade Lakes Village on Route 27. Turn right (east) onto Mountain Drive; a parking area is located at 0.3 miles on the left (north) side of Mountain Drive. \nTasks: \n\nPruning trees and bushes along the trail corridor\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail.\nRemoving loose rocks in the trail\nClearing downed trees and logs along the trail where necessary\nPicking up trash and debris along the road and trail\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, and long pants\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nHand saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe\nSafety glasses and hearing protection (7 Lakes staff may be running a chainsaw)\n\nEvent Policies \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\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.\n\nRegister for this event below \nEmail 7 Lakes Alliance Land Steward\, Dan Woughter\, with any questions at dan.woughter@7lakesalliance.org URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-the-mountain/ LOCATION:The Mountain Trailhead\, Mountain Drive\, Rome\, ME\, 04963\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day GEO:44.54274;-69.887186 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Mountain Trailhead Mountain Drive Rome ME 04963 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Mountain Drive:geo:-69.887186,44.54274 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T150000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250424T160008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T172725Z UID:10000100-1746702000-1746716400@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on French Mountain DESCRIPTION:After a long winter the French Mountain trail needs some maintenance to get it ready for the summer season! Join 7 Lakes Alliance for a day of clearing corridor and tread on this trail\, as well as clearing blowdown that has fallen across the trail. \nRain date for this event is the following day\, May 9th from 11 am – 3 pm. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: the French Mountain parking lot is located on the east side of Watson Pond Road\, 0.7 miles south of Watson Pond Road’s junction with Route 27. Look for the blue way-finding sign with the trail name and 7 Lakes logo. \nTasks: \n\nPruning trees and bushes along the trail corridor\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail. This will be especially important on the southern part of the loop trail.\nRemoving loose rocks in the trail\nClearing downed trees and logs along the trail where necessary\nPicking up trash and debris along the road and trail and parking area\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\, and long pants\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nHand saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe\nSafety glasses and hearing protection (7 Lakes staff may be running a chainsaw)\n\nEvent Policies \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\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.\n\nPlease register below\, thank you! \nEmail 7 Lakes Alliance Land Steward\, Dan Woughter\, with any questions at dan.woughter@7lakesalliance.org URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-french-mountain/ LOCATION:French Mountain Trailhead\, Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, 04963\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day GEO:44.574805;-69.920264 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=French Mountain Trailhead Watson Pond Rd Rome 04963 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Watson Pond Rd:geo:-69.920264,44.574805 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260515T050216 CREATED:20250424T144912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T151748Z UID:10000099-1746183600-1746198000@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Trail Day on Mt. Phillip DESCRIPTION:After a long winter Mt. Phillip’s trail needs some maintenance to get it ready for the summer season! Join 7 Lakes Alliance for a day of clearing corridor and tread on this trail\, as well as clearing blowdown that has fallen across the trail. \nThe rain date for this event is the following day\, May 3rd from 11 am-3 pm. \nDriving Directions to Trailhead: Meet at the parking lot located on the north side of Route 225\, directly across from Starbird Lane\, 1.5 miles east of Rome Corner (the junction of Routes 27 and 225). Link to trail map here. \nTasks: \n\nPruning trees and bushes along the trail corridor\nClearing the tread of the trail where necessary\, and raking drainages to promote water flow off the trail\nRemoving loose rocks in the trail\nClearing downed trees and logs along the trail where necessary\nPicking up trash and debris along the access road and trail\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nWork gloves\, sturdy work shoes\nWater\nLunch/snacks\nBug spray\nSunscreen and appropriate clothing to be out in the sun!\n\nTools you could bring (7 Lakes will provide tools as well) \n\nLoppers\nHand saw\nHatchet or small axe\nRake or hoe\nSafety glasses and hearing protection (7 Lakes staff may be running a chainsaw)\n\nEvent Policies \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\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.\n\nEmail 7 Lakes Alliance Land Steward\, Dan Woughter\, with any questions at dan.woughter@7lakesalliance.org URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/volunteer-trail-day-on-mt-phillip/ LOCATION:Mt. Phillip Upper Parking Lot\, Rome Rd\, Rome\, ME\, 04963\, United States CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day GEO:44.579172;-69.880738 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Mt. Phillip Upper Parking Lot Rome Rd Rome ME 04963 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Rome Rd:geo:-69.880738,44.579172 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR