Great Works Regional Land Trust

06/11/2026

Have you spotted these strange little spheres scattered beneath oak trees lately? They’re called larger oak apple galls, and they’re actually former tiny homes built by the larger oak apple wasp.

A female wasp lays a single egg in an oak leaf bud, and the tree responds by growing this protective “oak apple” around the developing larva. The wasp spends nearly its entire life cycle connected to this oak before eventually emerging through a small hole as an adult.

While they may look alarming at first, these galls are a fascinating example of the complex relationships happening quietly in our forests every day. Next time you’re walking beneath an oak tree, take a closer look at the ground. Nature is full of tiny architecture projects hiding in plain sight.

06/10/2026

Calling all flower lovers 🌸
The GWRLT Dahlia Tuber Sale is here! Choose from dozens of stunning varieties, including exclusive Beach Plum Farm dahlias you won’t find anywhere else.

Perfect for adding bold color and late-summer blooms to your garden.
🌼 1 for $5
🌼 3 for $10

Quantities are limited and some varieties go fast, so stop by our office at Beach Plum Farm early and pick your favorites!

06/03/2026

Saving the native Chestnut is one of our passions. We’re lucky enough to have our own seedlings to share! These healthy babies were carefully and lovingly planted at the Berwick Community Garden today. Grow strong, little ones. 🌱

06/01/2026

🌿🦋 THANK YOU for making GWRLT's first-ever BioBlitz a tremendous success! 🐸🐦

On Sunday, community scientists, nature enthusiasts, and curious explorers joined us at Savage Wildlife Preserve to discover and document the incredible biodiversity that calls this special place home.

Together, we observed everything from plants and insects to birds, fungi, and other wildlife, contributing valuable data that will help us better understand and protect this conservation area for years to come.

This event reminded us that conservation begins with connection, and there is always more to discover when we take the time to look closely.

🌎🔍🌿

05/28/2026

🌿 BIOBLITZ UPDATE: NEW DATE! 🌿

Due to the weather forecast, our BioBlitz has been rescheduled to SUNDAY, MAY 31! Mark your calendars and join us for a morning of discovery and community science.

Help us uncover the incredible biodiversity of our Savage Wildlife Preserve in South Berwick by joining this fun, hands-on iNaturalist project. Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or brand new, everyone is welcome! Drop in anytime between sunrise and noon—stay for as little or long as you like.

No experience needed—our volunteers and experts will guide you every step of the way. Enjoy guided tours, learn from specialists, and make a real impact on local conservation.

Let’s explore, learn, and protect together! 🌱📱

More info at https://www.gwrlt.org/event/

05/22/2026

Trail work is in process at the Old Boston Preserve in Ogunquit. It might look a little messy now, but soon this beautiful place will feature a Universal Access Trail to make it accessible to more folks of different abilities to connect with nature.

05/19/2026

We NEVER get sick of this view!

Beach Plum Farm Preserve is one of our 22 conservation areas with a flat, half-mile loop through a meadow with a view of the marshland, the Ogunquit River, dunes, and the ocean. There are benches and picnic tables to enhance your visit. Bring a picnic basket and enjoy the last remaining salt water farm in Ogunquit, now home of meticulously maintained community garden plots. Additionally, it is home to the Office of Great Works Regional Land Trust. These 22 acres and six buildings on Route 1 were conserved in 1998 and made available for everyone, forever.

05/18/2026

Big things are happening at Great Works Regional Land Trust, and these are not your average walks in the woods. 🌲

We’ve got some truly unique opportunities coming up for those who want to explore, learn, and help shape the future of conservation in our communities:

🛠 Stewardship Workday removing invasives at Old Boston Preserve, the future site of GWRLT’s first Universal Access Trail
🥾 Help improve drainage on the trails at Orris Falls Conservation Area in South Berwick
🦋 Join our very first BioBlitz at Savage Wildlife Preserve and help document the incredible biodiversity living all around us

Whether you love trail work, wildlife, conservation, or simply getting your hands dirty for a good cause, there’s something exciting waiting for you.

Register here: https://www.gwrlt.org/event/

05/17/2026