South Portland Land Trust

South Portland Land Trust A nonprofit dedicated to the conservation of open space and the expansion of trail networks in South

The South Portland Land Trust was founded by the Ferry Village Neighborhood Conservation Association in 1987 in response to the growing development pressure of that period. For 34 years, the SPLT has been using a forward-thinking perspective and a collaborative approach to improving the quality of life for residents through the conservation of open space and the expansion of trail networks

🌲This summer, the “Close the Gap” project reached an exciting milestone: the completion of a 1.6-mile missing link in th...
08/29/2026

🌲This summer, the “Close the Gap” project reached an exciting milestone: the completion of a 1.6-mile missing link in the Eastern Trail corridor! The new connection at Wainwright Athletic Complex in South Portland now links the Greenbelt/Eastern Trail directly to the off-road Eastern Trail in Scarborough, creating a safer, more seamless route for walkers, runners, cyclists, and everyone who enjoys getting outside.

This portion completes trail continuity between Bug Light here in SoPo and Thornton Academy in S**o 💚 Learn more at easterntrail.org

Turkeys on the South Branch Trail! Thanks to John Chandler for sending these in🌲🍂
08/25/2026

Turkeys on the South Branch Trail! Thanks to John Chandler for sending these in🌲🍂

Bette Roberts was a devoted supporter of the South Portland Land Trust and we are honored to have helped accommodate a c...
08/16/2026

Bette Roberts was a devoted supporter of the South Portland Land Trust and we are honored to have helped accommodate a companion bench in memory of her husband, Jeffrey Roberts. We are so grateful to be part of this meaningful tribute and to help preserve their connection to a place they cared so deeply about 💚

08/13/2026

The South Portland Bicycle-Pedestrian Committee will host “Share the Path – Greenbelt Education Day” on Saturday, August 15, 2025. This collaborative event is focused on promoting respectful, safe, and enjoyable use of the Greenbelt Trail.

The event brings together community partners and trail users to raise awareness about trail etiquette and shared responsibility on this vital public space.

When: Saturday, August 15, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM

Where: Key locations along the Greenbelt Trail, with an information table at Mill Creek Park

Why: To encourage safe speeds, respectful interactions, and awareness of proper trail etiquette for all users

What to expect: Temporary “Share the Path” signs will be posted in high-speed areas (e.g., near Domino’s and Wainwright Fields). Volunteers in bright green vests will be stationed along the trail to promote visibility and safety. An information table at Mill Creek Park will welcome trail users.

The Bike-Ped Committee will be joined by the following community partners:
- South Portland Sustainability Department
- Bicycle Coalition of Maine
- Age Friendly South Portland

The goal is that all Greenbelt users are aligned in mutual respect and shared understanding, and where “Share the Path” is more than just a message—it becomes a community value. Through education, visibility, and advocacy, we hope to foster a culture where everyone feels safe, welcome, and respected on the trail.

🌻 August is here! Check out this month’s SPLT events—learn more and register at southportlandlandtrust.org/upcoming-even...
08/12/2026

🌻 August is here! Check out this month’s SPLT events—learn more and register at southportlandlandtrust.org/upcoming-events

Birding is back this fall! 🐤🪶🍂Join us for guided bird walks for four Saturdays in August and September and experience th...
08/06/2026

Birding is back this fall! 🐤🪶🍂

Join us for guided bird walks for four Saturdays in August and September and experience the sights and sounds of fall migration with expert guides John Lorenc.

🍂Fall Shorebird Migration
Pine Point, Scarborough (43.544530, -70.333166)
Aug 15th, 9:00 am (rain date 8/16)
Sept 12th, 9:00 am (rain date 9/13)

🌲 Fall Warbler Migration Walks
Hinckley Park, South Portland
Aug 29th, 8:00 am (rain date 8/30)
Sept 5th, 8:00 am (rain date 9/6)

Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious, these walks are a great way to connect with nature and your community.

👉 Learn more & register soon at southportlandlandtrust.org

📸: Dana Bettez & Peter O’Connell

💚🎨 SPLT is looking for volunteers to help at our table for Art in the Park this year!  Art in the Park is happening on A...
08/01/2026

💚🎨 SPLT is looking for volunteers to help at our table for Art in the Park this year! Art in the Park is happening on August 8th from 8am-4 pm.

We are looking for people to sign up for 2 hour blocks of time. Don’t worry if you aren’t fully up to speed on the multitude of happenings at the South Portland Land Trust—will have lots of information at the table!

➡️ Visit here to sign up: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/UBskAOvUWQ7_nHIkezG3CA

🌲Discover Hidden Paths: Free Community Trail Walks🌿Join SPLT this Saturday, July 18th, from 9:00-10:00 AM for a free Com...
07/17/2026

🌲Discover Hidden Paths: Free Community Trail Walks

🌿Join SPLT this Saturday, July 18th, from 9:00-10:00 AM for a free Community Trail Walk in Dow’s Woods Nature Preserve! We’ll meet at the trailhead at Preservation Lane; there is parking here or across the street on Highland Avenue.

➡️ Want to learn more about Dow’s Woods? Visit southportlandlandtrust.org!

07/10/2026

🌿💚 SPLT friends! Looking for a volunteer opportunity this summer? The city of South Portland is looking for volunteers to help with instantaneous water quality data monitoring. Volunteers will join staff from South Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and Maine DEP walking to several locations in Kimball Brook within Hinckley Park. Volunteers may be asked to record data, enter the stream to measure water depth and/or fill a container with water for screening, use field strips and/or water quality meter, take photos of sample locations, or carry coolers containing collected samples on ice.

💧 DEP plans to sample three wet weather and three dry weather events between June and September 2026. Sampling will occur one day in each of the weeks listed below on a Monday through Thursday, weather dependent: July 20-23, August 3-6, August 17-20, and August 31-September 4.

🥾 Volunteers should be able to walk on on even terrain and be prepared to provide their own rain, boots gear and bug spray of desire and are encouraged to bring water, snacks, and use a bag or backpack to carry items needed. Volunteers should be able to dedicate at least two hours on a selected date; sampling may take up to six hours to complete. Volunteers do not need to participate in each event.

➡️ Interested? Email Aubrey Strause at [email protected] or call (207) 347-4126

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South Portland, ME
04106, 04116

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