Conserved Land Tour on Great Pond
7 Lakes Alliance 137 Main Street, Belgrade, ME, United StatesAll aboard the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom for a tour of conserved land from the view of Great Pond! Led by 7 Lakes Alliance Land Steward, Dan Woughter, this tour will highlight the importance of land conservation in the effort to safeguard the water quality of the lakes we know and love. The Floating
View EventInvasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
7 Lakes Alliance 137 Main Street, Belgrade, ME, United StatesLearn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are, why they are bad news, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! After a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how
View EventPredators: Chewonki Animal Presentation
Explore predators and reasons for their decline throughout history because of habitat loss and human interference. Discussion of current events emphasizes the importance of predators in maintaining the world’s ecological balance. Participants have the opportunity to study mounted animals and see three live, non-releasable predators.
View Event7 Lakes Alliance Paddle Sojourn – Day 1
In summer 2025, 7 Lakes Alliance is proud to announce the opening of the Belgrade Lakes Paddler’s Trail, a 32-mile route that travels through the watershed, connecting many of the major lakes and streams. Join 7 Lakes for our first Paddle Sojourn, where we will paddle the majority of the trail over the course of
View Event7 Lakes Alliance Paddle Sojourn – Day 2
In summer 2025, 7 Lakes Alliance is proud to announce the opening of the Belgrade Lakes Paddler’s Trail, a 32-mile route that travels through the watershed, connecting many of the major lakes and streams. Join 7 Lakes for our first Paddle Sojourn, where we will paddle the majority of the trail over the course of
View EventBelgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market
The Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm, Father's Day - Labor Day This widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce, baked goods, sweet treats, and local art. Parking is located along
View Event7 Lakes Alliance Paddle Sojourn – Day 3
In summer 2025, 7 Lakes Alliance is proud to announce the opening of the Belgrade Lakes Paddler’s Trail, a 32-mile route that travels through the watershed, connecting many of the major lakes and streams. Join 7 Lakes for our first Paddle Sojourn, where we will paddle the majority of the trail over the course of
View EventGravel Road Workshop
Annual Gravel Road Workshop Attention: Camp Road residents, Lake and Road Association members, Driveway owners, Municipal Officials, and Contractors, This workshop is for you! Road Commissioners, Public Works Supervisors, CEOs and others involved in road maintenance welcome. This workshop will discuss road design and installation, and how maintenance of your gravel road, camp road, and driveway
View EventGreat Pond Invasive Aquatic Plant Tour
Climb aboard the 7 Lakes Alliance’s Floating Classroom to learn about invasive aquatic plants within our watershed. On this boat ride we will drive to the mouth of Great Meadow Stream, Robbins Mill Stream, and Rome Trout Brook, where there are active infestations of Variable-Leaf Milfoil. Our Invasive Aquatics Coordinator will talk about how the
View EventInvasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
7 Lakes Alliance 137 Main Street, Belgrade, ME, United StatesLearn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are, why they are bad news, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! After a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how
View EventGuided Hike on Sanders Hill Trail
Explore the Sanders Hill Trail on this guided hike with staff from our Land Stewardship department. Sanders 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
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