BRIDGTON — Loon Echo Land Trust will host a full day of hiking to Bald Pate Mountain and Holt Pond Reserve beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10.

Jon Evans, Loon Echo Land Trust’s stewardship manager, will guide hikers to the summit of Bald Pate Mountain and share stories of its history, diverse flora and fauna and management considerations.

From there, Leigh Hayes, Maine master naturalist, will lead guests to Holt Pond Preserve to provide her expertise on this wetland ecosystem. Vehicles will be left at Holt Pond to provide a shuttle back to Bald Pate.

Hikers will meet at the Bald Pate parking lot on Route 107 at 8 a.m. This hike is approximately 5 miles in length and will take around four to five hours. The hike is considered moderate to strenuous, due to the length.

Hikers should wear appropriate clothing such as hiking shoes or boots, and bring water and snacks. This hike will be canceled in the event of heavy rain or dangerous weather.

FMI: 207-647?4352, [email protected], www.loonecholandtrust.org.