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! 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 EventIs a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug? These questions and many more are answered in The BugMobile, bringing the world of arthropods – insects and their relatives, into your classroom. We look at the forms and functions of different groups of arthropods and explore many fascinating adaptations essential for survival such as
View EventLearn about Maine mushrooms, where to find them, how to identify them, and what to avoid on this walk led by Richie Tory.
View EventCurious about erosion or being a good steward to the lake? Stop by and chat with a member of our Erosion Control Team! During the Harvest Festival Farmers' Market, 7 Lakes Alliance will have representatives inside the 7 Lakes building where our erosion experts will answer questions about erosion, run-off, water quality, and how they
View EventSwing by and learn how what we do on land affects water quality. Activities: BMPs Tours of the 7 Lakes Visitor Center & Belgrade Post Office Ask an expert with Lynn Geiger and Stuart Cole Crafts for kids and Snacks! Educational talks Educational Talks: What is Erosion and why is it bad? BMPs: Best Management
View EventLearn from the 7 Lakes Alliance team about the successes of 2025 and what to expect looking ahead! This presentation will showcase highlights and milestones of the 2025 season from each department. We invite you to join us, either in person or on Zoom, to hear from our department leaders and get the chance to
View EventThis event has been canceled due to weather. If you have any questions about live staking and growing buffer gardens for reducing erosion, email stuart.cole@7lakesalliance.org. Learn about Live Staking with a hands-on demonstration from our Shore Corps Steward – Daniel Sylvester. Live stakes are dormant branches that will sprout roots when planted properly. Daniel
View EventMaine's Bureau of Public Lands (BPL) will be hosting a public comment session on the newest draft of the Kennebec Highlands Management Plan and you're invited!
View EventStep 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
View EventCome join us on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 4pm for presentations by final year Colby Students in Environmental Studies. These students have spent the semester working on projects related to understanding the impact of wind waves and boat wakes on the shoreline and lake bottom in East Pond! This presentation will be held at the
View EventJoin Maine Guide, Richard "Dick" Behr, as he guides us through his journey of falling in love with the wild ice of Maine's lakes and ponds. Throughout his presentation, Behr will teach us about the safety measures and equipment he uses to feel confident on wild ice, as well as share his love for exploring Maine through its frozen water bodies
View EventCome on down to our Quill Hill Preserve for a family-friendly day of cross-country skiing!
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