York Land Trust

09/22/2026

Great blue herons flying overhead, salamanders snoozing under logs, turtles meandering by, a territorial red squirrel chirping at you from above—there’s so much to discover when we protect the places we love.

York Land Trust preserves provide crucial habitat for wildlife and places for our community to explore, connect, and enjoy the outdoors. And there are so many ways you can get involved!

🍂Become a member.
🐢Be a land steward.
🥾Volunteer as a Preserve Ambassador.
🌾Join a stewardship work day.
🌳Get outside and explore a preserve.

Find your path to get involved here: https://www.yorklandtrust.org/support/volunteer/

09/16/2026

🦺 Hunting season is here!

If you’re heading out to hike or explore York Land Trust preserves, please remember to wear blaze orange while enjoying the trails during hunting season.

We’ve also got you covered! During the season, you can borrow a blaze orange vest or dog bandana at any of our public preserve trailhead kiosks. Just remember to return it when you’re done so the next visitor can use it, too. 🐾

You can learn more about our hunting policies here: https://www.yorklandtrust.org/explore/hunting/ #:~:text=York%20Land%20Trust%20welcomes%20hunting,private%20parties%20or%20other%20organizations.

Stay visible, stay safe, and enjoy the trails!

09/16/2026

Smiles all around at our Savor the Summer event this past Saturday! We couldn't have asked for a more magical late-summer-in-Maine evening to celebrate friendship & conservation in York. 🌞

Thank you so much to all of our volunteers, sponsors, donors, and vendors who made this incredible night possible! We can't wait until next year!

🥕Incredible food from with donated produce from ,

🎺Hoppin' live music from

🍷Drinks flowing from ,

✨A stunning raw bar from

🍤Apps from , and

🌻Gorgeous flowers from &

+ the tent that held it all together from !

Cheers to a night to remember!

09/14/2026

York Land Trust is launching a three-year, $10 million capital campaign to strengthen its conservation work for generations to come. See link below ⬇️

📸 York Land Trust

09/09/2026

Late summer is a truly a magical time in Maine. And what better way to celebrate this special season than by joining us for food, fun, and friends at our Savor the Summer annual dinner!

With live music from Soggy Po' Boys, a raw bar by Row 34 and a delicious, seasonal, dinner by Galley Provisions, make sure you bring your appetites and your dancing shoes!✨🌻

This Saturday at 4pm! Get your tickets today: https://www.yorklandtrust.org/event/savor-the-summer-annual-fundraiser-dinner/

09/04/2026

In case you needed another reason to come to our ‘Savor the Summer’ Annual Fundraiser Dinner, check out the incredible local items and experiences we have lined up for our Silent Auction here:.https://www.yorklandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-Savor-the-Summer-Auction.pdf 🍅🌻

Join us for a night of great food, live music, and conservation on Saturday September 12th! RSVP today! https://www.yorklandtrust.org/event/savor-the-summer-annual-fundraiser-dinner/

08/26/2026

08/26/2026

40 years ago, a small group of people recognized just how special the lands and waters of York are—and saw the need to protect them as the community changed. They took action, coming together to found York Land Trust and create a legacy of conservation that continues to this day.

Today, we’re celebrating the people, partnerships, volunteers, members, and supporters who have carried that legacy forward.
From the first parcels protected in 1986 to the 4,000 acres conserved today—and the 100 nature-based programs we offer each year—this work has always been, and will always be, a community effort.

On behalf of every cottontail, great blue heron, painted turtle, salamander, and neighbor who enjoys and loves our preserves: thank you.

Cheers to 40 years behind us, and to all that we can accomplish together in the years ahead!

08/07/2026

FREE PUBLIC NATURE-BASED PROGRAMS! Join us for a guided walk, yoga class, trail run, or volunteer workday in the coming weeks. Featuring our fabulous partners Stephanie Hudson, C***r Hill Yoga, SoMe Brewing Company, and White Pine Programs. Sign up at yorklandtrust.org/events!

07/28/2026

Happy World Nature Conservation Day! Support our cause by becoming a member today: yorklandtrust.org/membership