Program Calendar
Offering a mix of on-site and online activities for education and enjoyment.
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Jul 6-10
Summer Camp: Earth Stewards
Do science, tell conservation stories, hike shores, and kayak the estuary. (Must be able to swim.) For kids ages 12 to 15.
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Jul 8
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 10
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Jul 13-17
Summer Camp: River to the Sea
Spend a week by the water’s edge, from river to salt marsh to beach, spying on creatures great and small. For kids ages 9 to 12.
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Jul 14
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Jul 14
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Jul 16
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Jul 20
Summer Camp: Insect Safari
Get to know the six-legged creatures that surround us, with special attention on butterflies and dragonflies. For kids ages 6 to 9.
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Jul 20
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 21
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Jul 21
Summer Camp: Feathered Friends
Focus on birds — recognize them by sight and sound, learn their habits, and find out how to protect them. For kids ages 6 to 9.
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Jul 21
Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk
Learn the secrets of this special ecosystem, nestled between the forest and seashore.
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Jul 21
Intro to Online Mapping: Survey123, ArcGIS Online and Storymaps
Join us for an online mapping webinar where you will learn how to integrate three tools to gather data and create interactive stories!
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Jul 21
Improving Your Bird Photography
Learn tips for photographing birds from York County Audubon Board member Laurie Pocher.
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Jul 22
Summer Camp: Turtles, Toads, & Snakes, Oh My!
Discover the homes of reptiles and amphibians, find out more about them, and craft your own critter. For kids ages 6 to 9.
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Jul 22
Community Relocation as an Adaptation to Ecological Degradation: Lessons Learned from the Fiji Islands
Dr. Amanda Bertana describes how sea level rise convinced residents of a Fiji Island community to move their village inland.
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Jul 23
Summer Camp: Furry Friends
Use sharp eyes and ears to find fur-covered critters and the signs they leave behind. For kids ages 6 to 9.
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Jul 23
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Jul 23
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 24
Summer Camp: Wildcrafting Critters
Create one-of-a-kind artwork of animals using materials found in nature. Enjoy games and hikes, too. For kids ages 6 to 9.
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Jul 24
Estuary Discoveries
Explore the Reserve's accessible trail at Wells Harbor and learn about estuaries.
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Jul 25
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Jul 26
Yardscaping
Explore how planting native plants and eliminating the use of fertilizers can benefit your yard.
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Jul 27
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Jul 28
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Jul 29
Meet the Scientists: Marine Invasive Species Monitoring
Meet Wells Reserve scientist Jeremy Miller and learn about his research monitoring marine invasive species!
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Jul 30
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Jul 31
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
