
Spring Cleanup
Help beautify our preserves during spring cleaning! All supplies and snacks provided. Space is limited. RSVP by March 19. RSVP Now

Help beautify our preserves during spring cleaning! All supplies and snacks provided. Space is limited. RSVP by March 19. RSVP Now

Attempt to discover the elusive woodcock’s courtship dance! Start with a brief presentation, then hike field trails to try and witness these unique ground birds and their distinctive calls. Led by Evan Hill, Stewardship Director. Space is limited. RSVP by ...

Join ACRES Volunteers Kathy and Doug for a casual hike to spot the first spring blooms! Afterwards, join the group for lunch at Coterie Pizza in Garrett.

Join local geologist and hydrologist Tony Fleming for a unique multi-season exploration of how wetlands work throughout the year. By revisiting the same trails across different seasons, you’ll witness the dynamic changes in water levels, plant life and wildlife. Watch ...

Step into the past as ACRES archiving volunteers bring the preserve’s past to life with tales of how nature and human history have shaped these special places over the decades. Cap off your journey through time at a nearby pub, ...

This is a great time of year to remove easy-to-pull invasive weeds. The workday will begin with a short introduction to plant identification and removal techniques; no prior experience necessary. Gloves, bags and light snacks provided. Space is limited, please ...

This is a great time of year to remove easy-to-pull invasive weeds. The workday will begin with a short introduction to plant identification and removal techniques; no prior experience necessary. Gloves, bags and light snacks provided. Space is limited, please ...

Join ACRES Land Trust and the Peggy F. Murphy Grief Center for an outdoor experience designed to support those navigating loss. This guided hike combines the restorative power of nature with gentle movement and compassionate community support. The experience offers ...

This is a great time of year to remove easy-to-pull invasive weeds. The workday will begin with a short introduction to plant identification and removal techniques; no prior experience necessary. Gloves, bags and light snacks provided. Space is limited, please ...

Help beautify our preserves during spring cleaning! All supplies and snacks provided. Celebrate Earth Day with a cleanup! Space is limited. RSVP by April 20. RSVP Now

Celebrating Edna W. Spurgeon Woodland Reserve's Induction into the Old-Growth Forest Network Join us to celebrate the induction of Edna W. Spurgeon Woodland Reserve's mature forest into the Old-Growth Forest Network, a national group working to identify and protect native, ...

A three-year tradition continues with a guided tour of spring ephemerals at Edna W. Spurgeon Woodland Reserve. This seasonal hike highlights fleeting wildflowers and woodland beauty at its peak. Following the hike, the group will gather at the hidden gem ...