BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//7 Lakes Alliance - ECPv6.15.18//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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 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:20250615T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250527T144044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z UID:10000111-1749974400-1749992400@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis 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 Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-06-15/ LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States CATEGORIES:family friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 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:20250618T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250529T152008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162022Z UID:10000133-1750251600-1750258800@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Conservation Planting Demonstration DESCRIPTION:  \nContact Kathy Moore at kata_moore@yahoo.com with any questions regarding this event\, thank you. URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/conservation-planting-demonstration/ LOCATION:Lakeside Lodge at Bangs Beach\, 28 Marigold Lane\, Sidney\, ME\, 04330\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250527T144044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z UID:10000112-1750579200-1750597200@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis 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 Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-06-22/ LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States CATEGORIES:family friendly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250529T161614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T161730Z UID:10000144-1750579200-1750597200@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification DESCRIPTION:Learn 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! \nStop by our booth at the Belgrade Lakes Market and say hi to our Invasive Aquatics program staff! Have the chance to get your hands dirty (literally) and learn to identify real-live plants in person! Our booth will showcase our Invasive Aquatics team and aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \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.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event. URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification/2025-06-22/ LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250612T140932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T141024Z UID:10000148-1750600800-1750608000@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Mindfulness Hike DESCRIPTION:Reflect on the Summer Solstice by spending time being present\, surrounded by nature. Join Constance Woodworth from WorthIt Nature and Forest Therapy Connections on a slow\, mindful walk from the Quill Hill Trailhead in Rome. This walk is intended as a way to slow down\, bring attention to the senses\, and experience the environment with deeper connection. \n  \nTrail Description: This trail features moderate grades and is an excellent choice for hikers of all ages and abilities. Guided hikes with Constance are under 2 miles and are focused more on experience than distance. The group will stop frequently to practice mindfulness and to connect with nature through all senses. \n  \nTrailhead Directions: 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. \nFor more trail information visit the Quill Hill Trail page. \n  \nRecommended Gear: \n\nSturdy shoes to hike in\nHiking/trekking poles if you would like\nWater\nBug spray and/or sunscreen\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/summer-solstice-mindfulness-hike/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T113000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250529T155627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z UID:10000134-1750845600-1750851000@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops DESCRIPTION:Learn 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! \n \nAfter 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 to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n \n Workshop Registration \n\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.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event. URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-06-25/ LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 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:20250626T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250527T145407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162115Z UID:10000123-1750950000-1750953600@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Owls of Maine: Chewonki Animal Presentation DESCRIPTION:Two live owls are the highlights of this program\, which introduces participants to the owls native to Maine and New England. Using pictures and sounds\, participants will learn the identifying characteristics and calls of each owl.  Then\, using talons\, wings\, and skulls\, we explore the adaptations of these silent nocturnal hunters. This program ends with an intimate and detailed look at live owls\, bringing these creatures of the night into the light! URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/owls-of-maine-chewonki-animal-presentation/ LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States CATEGORIES:Chewonki Animal Presentation,Lecture END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250519T185504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T114912Z UID:10000108-1751043600-1751050800@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Leadership Circle Gathering DESCRIPTION:This event is by invitation only. To RSVP\, call Jennifer at 207-495-6039 ext. 114\, or email jennifer.warriner@7lakesalliance.org URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/leadership-circle-gathering/ CATEGORIES:Development Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T065943 CREATED:20250527T144044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z UID:10000113-1751184000-1751202000@7lakesalliance.org SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis 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 Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-06-29/ LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States CATEGORIES:family friendly END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR