June 3, 2022

June Events

Dog Trail Etiquette Workshop
FRIDAY (we're using the rain date) 6/10, 4pm | Peabody-Fitch Woods, Bridgton
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Join dog trainer Kelly Pontbriand for a 30-45 minute talk about hiking with your dog. Topics will include trail etiquette, recommended equipment, and safety tips. The talk will be followed by a 1-hour training session for a limited number of dogs. Dogs must have basic obedience skills (loose-leash walking, sit, down, and stay), be current on vaccinations, and be safe around unknown dogs and people.

Forest Forensics (Part II)
Friday, 6/10, 9am | Peabody-Fitch Woods, Bridgton
We're headed back to Peabody-Fitch Woods to explore deeper into the forest to look for signs and clues from the past and learn about the secrets the woods hold. Includes walking off-trail on uneven terrain.

StoryWalk Storytime
Wednesday, 6/15, 10:30am | Hacker's Hill, Casco
Storytimeat the Hacker's Hill StoryWalk with the Casco Public Library! The StoryWalk will be up all summer if you can't make it at this time. No registration required.

History Walk
Friday, 6/17, 9am | Peabody-Fitch Woods, Bridgton
Join Jon Evans, LELT Stewardship Manager & BHS board president, for a walk at Narramissic & Peabody-Fitch Woods in Bridgton. Jon will discuss the history of the farmstead and the collaborative work of Bridgton Historical Society and Loon Echo Land Trust. The group will determine if they want to stick to the gravel surfaced trail or head up the Quarry Trail (which has rocks, roots, and one steeper section) to the quarries. No registration required.

Yoga on the Hill
Monday 6/20 and 6/27, 5:30pm | Hacker's Hill, Casco
Join certified yoga instructors in a gentle yoga practice in the fresh air to explore postures and sequences together. Yoga on the Hill will continue through September, every Monday at 5:30pm (no yoga on 7/4 or 9/5). No registration required.

Tenny River Paddle
Tuesday, 6/21, 9am | Tenny River, Raymond
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Join us for a paddle of the Tenny River in Raymond! We will have staff from Portland Water District with us to learn about efforts underway to protect the water quality of Sebago Lake, the drinking water source for 1 in 6 Mainers. We have a limited number of boats available for folks to borrow (free of charge). Please indicate you need a boat when you register.

Trail Running Workshop
Friday, 6/17, 9am | Pondicherry Park, Bridgton
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Learn from professional running coaches on Loon Echo Land Trust trails! Get tips on form, injury prevention, gear, and any other questions you have about trail running. All paces, all distances. No runner left behind!

Pismire Bluff Hike
Friday, 7/1, 5pm | Raymond Community Forest, Raymond
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Join us for a hike up Pismire Bluff at Raymond Community Forest! Steep in sections. Bring water, snacks, and wear shoes appropriate for hiking.

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