BRIDGTON — Loon Echo Land Trust has several events planned for the coming weeks. All LELT events are open to all and are free of charge or have a suggested donation that supports LELT’s conservation work in the Lake Region. For more information and a full calendar of events, visit LELT.org/events or call 207-647-4352.
History Walk
Friday, 7/15, 9 a.m. | Peabody-Fitch Woods, Bridgton
Join Jon Evans, LELT Stewardship Manager & BHS board president, for a walk at Narramissic & Peabody-Fitch Woods in south Bridgton. Jon will discuss the history of the farmstead and the collaborative work of Bridgton Historical Society and Loon Echo Land Trust. The group will determine if they want to stick to the gravel surfaced trail or head up the Quarry Trail (which has rocks, roots, and one steeper section) to the quarries. No registration required.
Yoga on the Hill
Monday 7/18 and 7/25, 5:30 p.m. | Hacker’s Hill Preserve, Casco
Join certified yoga instructors in a gentle yoga practice in the fresh air to explore postures and sequences together. Yoga on the Hill will continue through September, every Monday at 5:30 p.m. (no yoga on 9/5). No registration required.
Sunset Concert – Bruce Marshall
Wednesday, 7/20, 6 p.m. | Hacker’s Hill Preserve, Casco
We’re excited to welcome back local (and LELT) favorite Bruce Marshall for another sunset concert. Bring chairs, blankets, and a picnic! Suggested donation: $10/adult. Rain date: Wednesday, July 27.
Trail Running Workshop
Thursday, 7/21, 6 p.m. | Raymond Community Forest, Raymond
Learn from professional running coaches on Loon Echo Land Trust trails! Get tips on form, injury prevention, gear, and any other questions you have about trail running. All paces, all distances. No runner left behind!
Forest Forensics
Friday, 7/22, 9 a.m. | Tiger Hill Community Forest, Sebago
Join LELT staff at Tiger Hill Community Forest to explore deep into the forest to look for signs and clues from the past and learn about the secrets the woods hold. Includes walking off-trail on uneven terrain.
Loon Echo Land Trust (LELT) is a community-supported, non-profit land trust that works to protect the natural resources of the northern Sebago Lake region for future generations. Loon Echo conserves over 8,500 acres of land and manages over 30 miles of recreational trails in the towns of Bridgton, Casco, Denmark, Harrison, Naples, Raymond, and Sebago. To learn more about Loon Echo Land Trust visitwww.lelt.org or call 207-647-4352.