Bangor Land Trust

10/12/2026

Today, on Indigenous Peoples' Day, Bangor Land Trust honors the Indigenous peoples who have stewarded these lands for thousands of years.

We acknowledge that our preserves are located on the unceded homelands of the Penobscot Nation, and we recognize and honor all Wabanaki peoples: the Penobscot, Passamaquoddy, Maliseet, and Mi'kmaq.

We are grateful for the enduring relationships between the Wabanaki people and the land and waters of this region. May we continue to learn from Indigenous knowledge, honor Indigenous sovereignty, and work toward a future rooted in respect, reciprocity, and care for the natural world.

09/17/2026

Join us for our monthly Rainbow Ramblers q***r hiking group with our friends at Bangor Pride!

Enjoy an afternoon on the trails connecting with community. All q***r folks and allies of all ages are welcome!

Visit the event page for more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2021172055216100/

09/11/2026

Come learn about the trees at Northeast Penjajawoc Preserve! 🌲

Join Bangor Land Trust Board Member Jim Contino for a Dendrology Walk & Talk, where you'll learn to identify at least 22 species of trees and the important role they play in the preserve's ecosystem.

📆Saturday, September 19th
🕗10am-12pm
📍Northeast Penjajawoc Preserve
🎫Free!

To register, visit: https://www.bangorlandtrust.org/events.html

07/28/2026

We're looking for some extra hands to help out with our Woods & Wetlands Camp with Maine Outdoor School August 11-14!

If you're interested in helping out, check out the post below and fill out the volunteer interest form!

If your idea of a great day is exploring woods and wetlands with a group of 10-13-year-olds, then volunteering for our Woods & Wetlands camp in Bangor between August 11-14 could be a great opportunity for you! Join Naturalist Educator Pascal from MOS and Stephanie from Bangor Land Trust for some fun and outdoor learning! Interested? Please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScm5Du-d5Gvrsss1fCd6RjRrkogOYEB3DZFpbEHG4CvWW8C8Q/viewform

Photo from our Bird Camp with Downeast Audubon and Birdsacre last week.

07/10/2026

Join BLT and Ag Allies for a grassland walk and talk! We’ll talk about the importance of grassland habitat for birds and pollinators, the important work Ag Allies does to help protect these vital habitats, and how BLT is managing the grasslands to promote habitat for vulnerable ground-nesting birds. Led by Laura Suomi-Lecker (Ag Allies) and Hannah Mullally (USFWS).

📆Tomorrow! Saturday, July 11th at 8am
📍West Penjajawoc Grasslands

Register at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/3o8HYv4uyWnXmPf9OiUQcA or visit www.bangorlandtrust.org/events for more info.

07/06/2026

Come join us at the Bangor Land Trust at West Penjajawoc Grasslands this Saturday July 11th for a Bird Walk and Talk at 8am!!

07/02/2026

Take a Hike! 🥾

This summer, celebrate 25 years of Bangor Land Trust by getting out on the trails!

From now through August 31, you can take our 2026 Summer Hiking Challenge and explore all 5 of BLT's Bangor preserves. This is a great way to spend some time outside, discover new favorite trails, and celebrate conservation with us.

Complete the challenge and you'll earn a free recycled Bangor Land Trust tote bag as a reward for your adventures!

Ready to take the challenge? Find all the details on how to participate here: https://www.bangorlandtrust.org/2026-summer-hiking-challenge.html

Happy hiking!

06/16/2026

Our monthly Rainbow Ramblers hike with Bangor Pride is coming up this Sunday, and to celebrate Pride month, this month's adventure is extra special!

Join us for Outside with Pride, a guided exploration of q***r ecologies led by Master Naturalist Nola Prevost. Together we'll hit the trails and discover how diversity and q***rness shows up throughout the natural world.

Whether you're a regular Rainbow Rambler or joining us for the first time, this is a great opportunity to connect with community and experience nature through a new lens.

People of all identities and ages are welcome. Come celebrate Pride - outside!

Learn more on the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/970489818956054/

05/19/2026

Join us bright and early tomorrow morning for a Neighborhood Bird Walk with Penobscot Valley Audubon!

📆Wednesday, May 20th
🕗7:00AM - 8:30AM
📍West Penjajawoc Grasslands in Bangor

We'll meet at the end of Fox Hollow Lane off of Essex Street. Wear boots or waterproof shoes as conditions may be muddy.

Want more information? Visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1259246566355594

05/18/2026

The Story Trail is back at Walden-Parke Preserve! 📖🌲

Our first story of the season is "The First Blade of Sweetgrass" by Suzanne Greenlaw and Gabriel Frey - a beautiful celebration of Wabanaki tradition and connection to the natural world.

Come take a walk, read along, and welcome spring with us!