Scarborough Land Conservation Trust

The Scarborough Land Trust had a busy year that included purchasing 8 acres of land, adding to our Fuller Farm Preserve. An additional 30 acres of land were transferred to the Scarborough Land Trust adding to our Warren Woods Preserve. Improvements were made at the Sewell Woods Preserve including an expanded parking area and new trail work. With the help of the Maine Conservation Corps new bog bridges were constructed along sections of the trails. Improvements were also made to the trail system as Pleasant Hill Preserve, adding sections of boardwalk and stabilizing an old barn on the property. Three large bat houses were constructed and added to the barn in the hopes of attracting big brown bats. In partnership with Maine Coast Heritage Trust, a stewardship intern was hired for the summer. A new office manager also joined the staff of the Scarborough Land Trust.

Scarborough Land Trust conducts various educational programs for the public. Scarborough Land Trust also has various outreach and communication vehicles for interaction with the public, including social media, website, E-newsletters, and partner publications. A variety of programs were conducted throughout the year, including programs on agriculture, birds, plants, habitats, and wildlife management. In addition, SLT had programs focused on outdoor recreation, such as snowshoeing and hiking.

Scarborough Land Trust also continued its effort to connect people to the natural world. A variety of education programs were conducted during the year. Three educational backpacks were finished and donated to the Scarborough Library for loan to local families. Each backpack focused on a particular preserve. A seasonal education and communication specialist was hired to plan, schedule and conduct educational programs.