York Land Trust is a member-supported nonprofit that protects and cares for natural lands and waterways in the greater York Maine area for the benefit of the community and the environment. We offer 75 nature-based programs per year that are free and open to the public!

Apr 6

Elements Yoga with Amelia: Water

York Land Trust Director Amelia Nadilo is eager to share her asana practice and guide the class through breath, movement, and stillness in order to deepen the connection to ourselves and our environment.

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Apr 8

Weekly Tiny Piney Playgroup with White Pine Programs

Designed for children ages 2-5, this free program offers young explorers, their caregivers and siblings the opportunity to discover, play, and learn in the great outdoors.

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Apr 8

Lafcadio’s Woods Cleanup

Join YLT staff for a morning of spring cleaning at Lafcadio’s Woods Preserve!

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Join Us for a Big Night: Help Amphibians Safely Cross the Road

March 24, 2025

Each spring, amphibians migrate to their breeding pools, often crossing roads along the way. On Maine’s Big Nights, when temperatures are above 40°F with light rain, we head out to help frogs and salamanders safely reach their destinations.

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In Perpetuity: What Does It Mean to Protect Land Forever?

February 6, 2025

When acquiring a parcel of land, York Land Trust vows to protect it in perpetuity. But what does that mean?…

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York Land Trust Acquires Property in Cape Neddick Focus Area

February 6, 2025

York Land Trust is pleased to share that we have recently acquired a 56.5-acre property within our Cape Neddick focus…

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