Join Midcoast Conservancy’s Nature Based Program Manager, Zoe Thomas, for an engaging program on animal adaptations. Children will get to examine replica skulls to discover how their teeth determine their diet. Feel actual animal pelts to learn about different furs and winter warmth. And look at plaster casts of animal tracks while learning how different species walk through the woods. This program will be hands-on, engaging and active. Come learn about the survival strategies of animals in Maine and what makes each species unique!

This is a partner program between the Whitefield Library and Midcoast Conservancy. If you have questions please reach out to Zoe Thomas, zoe@midcoastconservancy.org  

While this is a free event, we appreciate your registration which is essential for our planning.
All ages are welcome but the content will be targeted at elementary aged kids.

Enjoy an evening illuminated by the glow of the full Buck Moon. Discover a new way of being outside, when sounds become more pronounced and sight takes a backseat to our other senses.

Hike the 1 mile to the pond and our canoes. With a little luck, the full moon will be rising on the far shore as we paddle along the shore to the North end of Little Dyer Pond.

The group will take moments of silence to listen for owls, loons and beaver tail slaps, chat as we paddle, and revel in the brightness of earth's closest celestial friend.

Make sure you are wearing water-proof or quick-dry clothing; it’s always a good idea to bring layers (a windbreaker or fleece are great options). Try to avoid both cotton and denim as they do not keep you warm once wet and do not dry quickly. Make sure you have sturdy shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and bring your own water bottle. We should be on the water no longer than an hour and a half, and land at the same location we launched from.

All equipment is provided. Be sure to bring bug repellent and a headlamp. This program is likely to run at least 2.5 hours.

All are welcome! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Rain date: July 30

This is a free program, but space is limited and registration is required.

Refund Policy.

Join Midcoast Conservancy’s Community Engagement Manager, Zoe Thomas to hike, play, and learn at Whitefield Salmon Preserve. Enjoy a story book read in the wild followed by a search for signs of animals large and small. Turn over logs looking for salamanders and insects. Identify trees while seeking out porcupine chews, woodpecker holes, and squirrel nests. Signs of animals in the woods are everywhere, join us as we learn to find them.   

Make sure to wear closed-toed hiking shoes and dress in your best camo for a hiding game in the woods. Bring water and snacks for a fun filled afternoon.

This is a collaborative program between the Whitefield Library and Midcoast Conservancy. If you have questions please reach out to Zoe Thomas, zoe@midcoastconservancy.org

While this is a free event, we appreciate your registration which is essential for our planning.
All ages are welcome but the content will be targeted at elementary aged kids.

Enjoy an evening illuminated by the glow of the full moon. Discover a new way of being outside, when sounds become more pronounced and sight takes a backseat to our other senses.

Hike the 1 mile to the pond and our canoes. With a little luck, the full moon will be rising on the far shore as we paddle along the shore to the North end of Little Dyer Pond.

The group will take moments of silence to listen for owls, loons and beaver tail slaps, chat as we paddle, and revel in the brightness of earth's closest celestial friend.

Make sure you are wearing water-proof or quick-dry clothing; it’s always a good idea to bring layers (a windbreaker or fleece are great options). Try to avoid both cotton and denim as they do not keep you warm once wet and do not dry quickly. Make sure you have sturdy shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and bring your own water bottle. We should be on the water no longer than an hour and a half, and land at the same location we launched from.

All equipment is provided. Be sure to bring bug repellent and a headlamp. This program is likely to run at least 2.5 hours.

All are welcome! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

In the case of inclement weather which prevents us from running the paddle on the day listed, you will be notified by noon that day and the paddle will be held on the following evening.

This is a free program, but space is limited and registration is required.

Refund Policy.

Enjoy an evening illuminated by the glow of the full moon. Discover a new way of being outside, when sounds become more pronounced and sight takes a backseat to our other senses.

Hike the 1 mile to the pond and our canoes. With a little luck, the full moon will be rising on the far shore as we paddle along the shore to the North end of Little Dyer Pond.

The group will take moments of silence to listen for owls, loons and beaver tail slaps, chat as we paddle, and revel in the brightness of earth's closest celestial friend.

Make sure you are wearing water-proof or quick-dry clothing; it’s always a good idea to bring layers (a windbreaker or fleece are great options). Try to avoid both cotton and denim as they do not keep you warm once wet and do not dry quickly. Make sure you have sturdy shoes that you don’t mind getting wet and bring your own water bottle. We should be on the water no longer than an hour and a half, and land at the same location we launched from.

All equipment is provided. Be sure to bring bug repellent and a headlamp. This program is likely to run at least 2.5 hours.

All are welcome! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

In the case of inclement weather which prevents us from running the paddle on the day listed, you will be notified by noon that day and the paddle will be held on the following evening.

This is a free program, but space is limited and registration is required.

Refund Policy.