An exploration of the Green Belt conservation project between the former East and West Germanies and its relationship to emergent ecosystems, trauma, and memorialization. The first book-length scholarly treatment of Germany's largest conservation project, the Green Belt, Mnemonic Ecologies by Sonja Pieck presents a new interdisciplinary approach: that effective restoration and conservation of wounded land must merge […]
Spotted Salamander, Coyote, Fisher, Bobcat, Otter, Nudibranch, Owl, Purple Sandpiper, Black-legged Kittiwake, etc., etc., etc.. The run down of mid-coast Maine wildlife is basically a ‘who’s who’ of incredible critters - a hefty and diverse list, ready to be observed and learned from. Some critters you might see, hear or smell ‘in the flesh’, and […]
Please join us for an animal tracking workshop with Kirk Gentalen, MCHT on Saturday, February 15th at 10am for an hour. This family event is always exciting and interesting as we may see deer, coyote, fisher, river otter and other creatures that visit Merryspring. The workshop is limited to 15 people and pre-registration is required. […]
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) are aquatic plants and animals of nonnative origin that when introduced to a new ecosystem have the potential to cause ecological harm, economic harm, and harm to human health. The State of Maine currently identifies 15 aquatic plants as invasive threats, which includes 8 plants currently present and 7 more that […]
Jason White will lead an outdoor Apple Tree Pruning workshop at Merryspring Nature Center on Saturday, February 22 at 9:00 a.m. White will demonstrate how to prune apple trees in a hands on workshop that will allow those interested to take part as well. White is entering his 8th season at Plants Unlimited where he […]
Louisa Crane will lead an online presentation called, Invasive Terrestrial Plant Ecology, hosted by Merryspring Nature Center on Tuesday, February 25 at 12:00 pm. In this talk, Louisa will focus on the pathways through which terrestrial invasive plants are introduced and now spread in Midcoast Maine, and why invasive plants have such a strong competitive […]
Nick Lund will lead an online presentation called, Maine’s Spring Birds, hosted by Merryspring Nature Center on Tuesday, March 4 at 12:00 pm. Spring migration is the most exciting time for Maine birders. Temperatures are warming, and billions of birds are winging their way north. Soon the state will be filled with warblers, vireos, waterfowl, […]
Dick Vermeulen will lead an online presentation called, General Beekeeping, hosted by Merryspring Nature Center on Tuesday, March 11 at 12:00 pm. A member of the Knox-Lincoln County Beekeepers (KLCB) and Maine State Beekeepers (MSBA), Vermeulen will be talking about the fascinating hobby of keeping honey bees alive and productive in Maine. His presentation will […]
Please join us for our Late Winter Ecology Walk at Merryspring. This free family event starts at 10am for an hour of exploration of the fields and meadows looking for signs of spring, birds and animal tracks. This free event is limited to 15 people (adults and children) and requires pre-registration. To register, please call […]
Are you new to gardening or new to gardening in Maine? This talk will cover what it is like to garden in Maine, when we do things, what our soils are like and what kinds of plants you can grow. Please join us via zoom for our weekly Tuesday Talks. Each Tuesday features a talk […]
Please join us this Saturday at 1pm for a walk with Harbour Mitchell about the history of Merryspring Nature Center. This one hour walk will cover this history of activities at Merryspring from ancient peoples through the 20th century. The weather looks good - please dress accordingly especially footwear (mud). The walk is limited to […]
Hillary Peterson, Integrated Pest Management Specialist at the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, will share tips for making informed choices about garden pests. Learn to identify common pests and beneficials, decide how much garden damage is acceptable, and explore the "IPM Toolbox," including the pros and cons of different pesticides and why homemade […]