Events Calendar
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Native Plant Scavenger Hunt
Summer is a great time to get outside and explore York Land Trust’s Public Preserves. What better way to explore the trails than getting to know the native plants you'll discover along them! More than just beauty, native plants are essential for providing food and shelter for pollinators and help combat climate change. We have…
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Breakfast with the Forest: A Guided Forest Bathing Experience
Breakfast with the Forest: A Guided Forest Bathing Experience
Join us at Smelt Brook Preserve for gentle movement, a guided sensory stroll along the paths with mindfulness invitations, and a breakfast picnic among the trees. A wonderful way to start your day and embrace summer. This event is free and open to the public with registration. Sign up here. Nev Hoffman of Blue Fern…
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Ice Cream Social
Ice Cream Social
Thank you for being a valued member of York Land Trust and helping to further our positive impact on land conservation and stewardship. We are so grateful for our members, and as a thank you we are hosting a fun, casual ice cream social at YLT Headquarters! Enjoy the perfect summer treat from an ice…
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Invasive Species Removal at Fuller Forest Preserve
Invasive Species Removal at Fuller Forest Preserve
Learn to identify multiple species of aggressive invasive plant species present at Fuller Forest. We will mainly be tackling burning bush, honeysuckle, and bittersweet, all opportunists that can be seen everywhere from roadsides and backyards to forests and fields. How did they get here and why do they need to be removed? Join us and…
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Tool Maintenance Workday
Tool Maintenance Workday
Join York Land Trust staff for a hands-on workshop on proper hand tool maintenance! Volunteers will gain valuable insights into tool upkeep and then collaborate to clean, sharpen, and oil York Land Trust's tools. All necessary materials will be provided. Please bring work gloves and water. Wear long sleeves and closed toe shoes. Participants are…
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BBQ Fundraiser Dinner
BBQ Fundraiser Dinner
Join us for our annual fundraiser dinner, a BBQ at York Land Trust! This will be an evening of celebrating community and conservation, with a hearty BBQ menu prepared by Foster's Clambakes and Catering, live folk music by A Herd of Turtles, and a silent auction featuring seasonal experiences! Our annual fundraiser is crucial in…
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Trail Recovery at McIntire Highlands – Workday 1 of 2
Trail Recovery at McIntire Highlands – Workday 1 of 2
Come on out to McIntire Highlands and help York Land Trust staff recover and partially reroute a trail! McIntire Highlands has been recently forested and experienced significant storm damage from last winter. The trails need considerable attention due to these factors. As a volunteer, you will assist York Land Trust staff in recovering trails on…
Storytime at York Land Trust: September
Storytime at York Land Trust: September
Join York Public Library's Youth Librarian for stories, songs, and crafts at the York Land Trust headquarters. After we enjoy songs and stories, there will be a craft activity to partake in. Feel free to stay and enjoy our trails and gardens afterwards. September Theme: Butterfly Migration! This program is free and open to the…
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Bird Walk Wednesday: September 2024
Bird Walk Wednesday: September 2024
In partnership with White Pine Programs, we offer a monthly bird walk on the 3rd Wednesday of each month! Join us for a walk through scenic Highland Farm Preserve to learn how to ID birds, recognize birdsong, and explore the habitats birds love most. Family friendly and beginner birders welcome! This event is free and…
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Trail Recovery at McIntire Highlands – Workday 2 of 2
Trail Recovery at McIntire Highlands – Workday 2 of 2
Come on out to McIntire Highlands and help York Land Trust staff recover and partially reroute a trail! McIntire Highlands has been recently forested and experienced significant storm damage from last winter. The trails need considerable attention due to these factors. As a volunteer, you will assist York Land Trust staff in recovering trails on…
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Autumnal Equinox Yoga
Autumnal Equinox Yoga
Join us for an evening yoga class on the first day of fall! Darcy Specker of Cider Hill Yoga will lead this yoga session and she brings more than a decade of yoga teaching experience, with a focus on vinyasa flow and the connection between breath and movement. Darcy seeks to help us connect more…
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Intro to Foraging: A Wild Edibles Tour
Intro to Foraging: A Wild Edibles Tour
***THIS PROGRAM IS NOW FULL. If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, please email ksiglin@yorklandtrust.org*** Join us for an “Intro to Foraging” tour, held at Highland Farm Preserve. This guided excursion is an exceptional opportunity to delve into the world of wild edibles, exploring the rich diversity of plants and fungi that thrive…
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Kids’ Cooking Class: Focaccia Fun!
Kids’ Cooking Class: Focaccia Fun!
Calling all young chefs! Join us for a hands-on Focaccia Cooking Class where kids can learn to bake this delicious Italian bread from scratch. They'll knead, shape, and decorate their very own focaccia with fresh herbs and veggies from York Land Trust's blooming organic edible garden. It's a perfect blend of nature-based creativity and culinary skills!…
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Invasive Species Pull at Highland Farm
Invasive Species Pull at Highland Farm
Join the York Land Trust for an engaging and educational event focused on identifying and managing aggressive invasive plant species. These opportunistic plants are found in various locations, from roadsides and backyards to forests and fields. Discover how these plants arrived and why their removal is crucial. This hands-on event will provide you with the…
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Cattail Thinning at Near Point Preserve
Cattail Thinning at Near Point Preserve
Join York Land Trust staff to help thin cattails in the pond at Near Point Preserve. Cattails are an aggressive native plant that have become overly dominant in the pond near our headquarters. Our goal is to create openings for other plants and diverse habitats for birds and small mammals. We'll be working around the…
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Small Town, Big Oil: Book Talk with York Public Library and York Ready for Climate Action
Small Town, Big Oil: Book Talk with York Public Library and York Ready for Climate Action
David Moore and Dudley Dudley will be sharing the fascinating story of how three women led the fight to save Durham, NH and the New England seacoast from environmental devastation. This story has been told in David Moore's book, "SMALL TOWN, BIG OIL." Dudley Dudley was one of three incredible women involved in this fight…
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Monoprinting Autumn Workshop
Monoprinting Autumn Workshop
Join us for a creative Autumn Monoprinting Workshop, where you'll use the vibrant colors and textures of fall leaves and flowers to create unique, one-of-a-kind prints. Guided by artist Allison Donohue, you'll learn the art of monoprinting, experimenting with natural materials to capture the beauty of the season. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a…
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Annual Members Gathering
Annual Members Gathering
Sunday, October 1, 3:00-4:30 p.m. at York Land Trust headquarters. There is much to celebrate and even more to look forward to!