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SUMMARY:Basic and Advanced Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Training
DESCRIPTION:Earn Continuing Education Credits for completing this training on Erosion & Sediment Control Practices run by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. \nAbout the Event\nDuring this training\, participants will learn why erosion control practices are important; how to properly install and maintain Erosion & Sedimentation Control BMPs\, and be exposed to the principles of erosion and sedimentation. This training is for Contractors\, Code Enforcement Officers\, Road Association Leaders\, and Community Members concerned about runoff. \n\nOpportunity to earn Continuing Education Credits\, Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Certification\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n$65 registration fee (covers lunch\, light refreshments\, DEP training fee\, and facility)\n\npay by cash or check day-of the event\nmake checks payable to 7 Lakes Alliance\n\n\nCoffee and lunch will be provided\, please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org if you have any dietary restrictions\n\nParking\nThis program will be run at the 7 Lakes Alliance building located at 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Our parking area is limited and alternative parking can be found along Main Street\, as well as at the Village Green parking area (Across from the Sunset Grill located at 1214 West Road\, Belgrade) \nContact\nThis training is provided by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection Non-Point Source Training Center. For questions specific to material of the training contact Jordan Kimball (jordan.kimball@maine.gov)\, Non-Point Source Training Center Assistant Coordinator for the Department of Environmental Protection. \nFor questions about the venue\, parking\, or 7 Lakes Alliance programs contact Sally Whittington (sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org) Community Engagement Coordinator for 7 Lakes Alliance.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/basic-and-advanced-erosion-sediment-control-practices-training/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T195811Z
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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/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
CREATED:20260204T200613Z
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SUMMARY:Film Showing: Voices from the Barrens\, Native People\, Blueberries and Sovereignty
DESCRIPTION:Blueberries have historical and cultural significance to the Wabanaki People of what is now known as the USA and Canada. This film highlights the challenges of traditional hand raking blueberries within the current world market\, which favors mechanical harvesting. This film showcases the Wabanaki tradition of blueberry harvesting in Maine and the important relationship the People of the Dawnland maintain with blueberry barrens today. \nClick for more information about this film. \n  \nWhat to Expect\n\nThis film is approximately 1 hour long and will be shown at the 7 Lakes Alliance Building and on Zoom\nZoom information linked below\n\nParking\nThis program will be run at the 7 Lakes Alliance building located at 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Our parking area is limited and alternative parking can be found along Main Street. \nZoom Information\nTopic: Film Showing: Voices From the Barrens\nTime: Feb 18\, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84490114695?pwd=zTbYhIwcbCxQARthjDbAmeYq7B3yoR.1 \nMeeting ID: 844 9011 4695\nPasscode: 070442 \n  \nContact\nIf you have any questions about this event or 7 Lakes Alliance programming\, email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/voices-from-the-barrens/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
CREATED:20260126T182851Z
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SUMMARY:Community Ski & Snowshoe Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Homestead Property for a family-friendly day of cross-country skiing (or snowshoeing)! Chat with 7 Lakes Alliance staff by the fire pit\, and drink some hot cocoa to warm up between laps. This is the perfect time to check out our newest trail\, enjoy conserved land\, and meet some of the 7 Lakes Alliance team! Please note\, gear is not provided. \n \nMeeting Location:\nPlease park at the Round Top Trailhead and from here\, 7 Lakes Alliance staff will guide you across Watson Pond Road to the access road that takes you to the Homestead Property. Round Top Trailhead directions: the trailhead parking lot is located near the corner of Watson Pond Road and Wildflower Estates\, 4 miles south of Watson Pond Road’s junction with Route 27. \n\nSki Route Description:\nThe ski route will be focused around the new Homestead Trail (0.3 miles)\, as well as around the field of the Homestead Property. Folks are welcome to ski down the access road\, however some may choose to snowshoe down the small hill at the beginning of the access road. Note that the access road serves as a snowmobile trail in the winter\, however the main ski/snowshoe trail is not open to snowmobiles. Signs will be placed at visible intersections to alert snowmobiles of an event occurring. \n		\n			Homestead Property Map		\n\n\nRecommended Gear:\n\nDress in warm layers and be prepared for the weather\nWear clothes to ski in and bring a heavier jacket for hanging out by the fire\nBring your own skis or snowshoes\nBring your own mug so we can fill it with hot cocoa!\n\n* 7 Lakes has 4 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\nEvent Policies:\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\nPlease keep all pets on a leash during this event.\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.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/community-ski-snowshoe-day/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:family friendly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
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SUMMARY:Become a Big Night Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Want to help facilitate one of the biggest migrations in the world? Join this citizen science project in counting and recording amphibians as they migrate from their winter habitats to their spring breeding grounds. \n \nA “big night” is a remarkable and critical event in the life cycle of amphibians. It refers to the evening when certain amphibian species\, driven by environmental cues like temperature and rainfall\, embark on a mass migration from their winter habitats to breeding grounds. This spectacle often involves large numbers of amphibians\, making it a captivating and significant occurrence in nature. \nWhen a “big night” occurs\, volunteers report to their selected monitoring site and record data on amphibian migrations and help them cross roads when they can. This data informs research projects\, and helps us understand how humans are impacting amphibian migration. \nHow Does a “Big Night” Work\nWhile the term “big night” implies only one night when this event may occur\, it frequently occurs multiple times per year. In Maine\, big nights tend to occur in early to mid April for most of the state. The triggers are mostly thawed ground\, nighttime temperatures above forty degrees (the warmer\, the better!)\, and enough precipitation to make the ground wet. \nHow to Participate\nRegister for the event: We will email all Big Night registrants when a “big night” is going to occur. We typically know within a day or two of a “big night” date. Register for this event above\, and make sure to sign the waiver below. \n		\n			Sign Waiver Here		\n\nFollow email instructions: When a “big night” is expected\, volunteers will receive an email with details on when and where 7 Lakes Alliance staff will be stationed at the monitoring site. \nWhat to bring: 7 Lakes Alliance staff will bring monitoring kits. Kits include reflective vests\, headlamps\, amphibian ID cards\, data entry forms\, and reflective signs for the road to alert oncoming traffic. Participants should dress according to the weather\, and bring a headlamp/flashlight if they have one. All other gear will be provided. \n\nGo the Extra Mile\n7 Lakes Alliance staff members have completed the Volunteer Certification and will act as the site hosts. If you would like to take the extra step and get certified yourself\, you can do so here. \n  \nEvent Policies\n\nAll volunteers must sign the waiver linked above to participate in this activity\nChildren under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver\nChildren under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult\nPets will not be allowed at this event
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/become-a-big-night-volunteer/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T193000
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SUMMARY:Who is Coyote?
DESCRIPTION:Think you know the Eastern Coyote? Unlearn stereotypes of this misunderstood canine during this webinar hosted by Nola Prevost. \nPhoto credit: Jacques Tournel \nThe Coyote is one of the most misunderstood carnivores to humans\, and yet they are a critical keystone species to our ecosystems. Maine Master Naturalist and Coyote Partner\, Nola Prevost\, will explore these two contradictory truths by asking questions like who really is Coyote? How do they benefit the ecosystem? Why do they have such complex social structures? And what can their history tell us about our future on this planet? Journeying through thousands of years of natural history\, we’ll learn why people call the Eastern Coyote our “native songdog\,” and what role humans have had\, and can have\, in their ecological history. \n  \nWhat to Expect\nThis presentation is approximately 1 hour long with 15-20 minutes for questions at the end and will be presented on Zoom only.\nZoom information linked below \nZoom information\nWho Is Coyote? Virtual Webinar with Nola Prevost\nTime: Mar 25\, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85440224451?pwd=0pJIfU42QiIn3MWOsloxyEw3ljvoyv.1 \nMeeting ID: 854 4022 4451\nPasscode: 198823 \n  \nContact\nIf you have any questions about this event or 7 Lakes Alliance programming\, email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \nIf you would like more information on this presentation and the Coyote Center visit this link. \n  \n 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/who-is-coyote/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:family friendly,Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000
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SUMMARY:What is a Big Night?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about one of the most eruptive wildlife migrations in the world – right in our backyards! \n \nThe warm\, rainy nights of spring bring frogs and salamanders out in droves\, creating what is referred to as “big nights”. These nights are when amphibians migrate from their winter habitats to vernal pools\, where they reproduce in the spring. However\, many of these migrants face trouble as they meet one of the newest habitats on the landscape – roads. This virtual presentation will review the ecology of big nights\, the impacts of roads on wildlife\, and how you can get involved through the statewide and nationally recognized Maine Big Night program.  \nThis presentation will only be available on Zoom\, there will be no in-person option. \n\nWant to become an Amphibian Ambassador? 7 Lakes Alliance has adopted a site in Belgrade and will be hosting Big Night volunteer opportunities throughout the spring\, and you can help! \n		\n			Become a Volunteer		\n\n\n  \nZoom Information\nTopic: Big Night Presentation\nTime: Mar 31\, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82338156228?pwd=qLGeIx89Y1vHxZt03FmCx4IC94WuHM.1 \nMeeting ID: 823 3815 6228\nPasscode: 011848 \n 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/what-is-a-big-night/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
CREATED:20260305T133935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T154347Z
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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/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
CREATED:20260305T134126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T154441Z
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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/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Trail Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
CREATED:20260318T204940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T165350Z
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SUMMARY:Live Staking Demo with MFS - Conservation Stewardship Simplified
DESCRIPTION:Join the Maine Forest Service to learn about live stakes as a tool for erosion control and conservation. \nLive staking is a propagation method using cuttings from dormant trees or shrubs.\nAbout the Event\nJared Gregory\, District Forester from the Maine Forest Service\, will lead a demonstration on the techniques for harvesting and installing live stakes for conservation and erosion control. We are hosting the event on French Mountain\, where we will be remedying an active erosion site along the hiking trail. \n\nLearn to properly install and maintain live stakes\nLearn which species will propagate from cuttings and identifying healthy parent plants.\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nWe will be walking to the erosion site and in the forest to find parent plants.\nThe event may last up to 2 hours\, depending on the abundance of parent plants.\n\nParking\nParking at the trail head is limited\, please consider carpooling from the Rome Park-and-Ride. \nThis event is a collaboration between 7 Lakes Alliance\, Maine Forest Service (MFS)\, and the Kennebec County Soil & Water Conservation District (KCSWCD). \nFor questions about the venue\, parking\, or 7 Lakes Alliance programs contact sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/live-staking-demo-mfs/
LOCATION:French Mountain Trailhead\, Watson Pond Rd\, Rome\, 04963\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T133749Z
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SUMMARY:Stream & Marsh Explorers Field Training
DESCRIPTION:We are collaborating with Maine Audubon to host a training on critters that live in freshwater streams! \n \nLocation: Wings Mills Dam \nCurious about what critters live in your local streams and freshwater marshes? Come join Maine Audubon and Maine DEP for a fun morning of catching and identifying macroinvertebrates at Wings Mills Dam in Belgrade hosted by 7 Lakes Alliance! Get hands-on training and learn how you can contribute to an important community science project that acts as a screening tool for Maine’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) water quality assessments. Be prepared to wade into shallow water as you net and handle macroinvertebrates! \nFor more information and to register for this event\, click the button below. \n		\n			Register Here
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/stream-marsh-explorers-field-training/
LOCATION:Wings Mills Dam\, Wings Mills Road\, Belgrade\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T131637
CREATED:20260317T152917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T134720Z
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SUMMARY:Shoreline Erosion Stabilization Practices using OUR SHORE
DESCRIPTION:Earn 4 Continuing Education Credits for completing this training run by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. \n\nAbout the Event\nSoil erosion is not only a source of nonpoint source pollution\, but it can also threaten structures and other development. Historically\, there was a single approach to shoreline erosion: fill the shoreline with rock or riprap without regard to the ecological functions of the shoreline. While this approach has been successful in solving some erosion challenges when done correctly\, it creates other problems for waterbodies and wildlife. This training introduces participants to resources and alternative approaches to protecting water quality and habitat to create resilient and stable shorelines. Criteria for choosing appropriate shoreland BMPs or bioengineering solutions include practices that cause minimal disturbance while providing maximum benefit. A combination of several techniques can often be used to ensure that the best practices chosen are suited to the specific site. \nEvent organized in partnership with 30 Mile River Watershed Association. \n  \nWhat to Expect\n\n$25 registration fee (covers refreshments and facility rental)\n\npay ahead of time by calling 207-495-6039\, or pay by cash or check day-of the event\nmake checks payable to 7 Lakes Alliance\n\n\nCoffee and snacks will be provided all day\n\nParking\nThis program will be run at the 7 Lakes Alliance building located at 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Our parking area is limited and alternative parking can be found along Main Street\, as well as at the Village Green parking area (Across from the Sunset Grill located at 1214 West Road\, Belgrade). \nContact\nThis training is provided by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection Non-Point Source Training Center. For questions specific to material of the training contact Jordan Kimball (jordan.kimball@maine.gov)\, Non-Point Source Training Center Assistant Coordinator for the Department of Environmental Protection. \nFor questions about the venue\, parking\, or 7 Lakes Alliance programs contact Sally Whittington (sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org) Community Engagement Coordinator for 7 Lakes Alliance. \n 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/shoreline-erosion-stabilization-practices-using-our-shore/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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