Exploring our human fascination with birds through storytelling and sculpture; investigating the intertwined acts of image-making and foraging; and finding magic in an acorn—these are just some of the experiences on offer in the 2026 Watershed Workshop series at Georges River Land Trust’s Langlais Art Preserve, according to GRLT, in a news release.

"Hosted monthly from May to October, Watershed Workshops are designed to inspire interest in the local ecology of the St. George River watershed through creative, hands-on and embodied experiences—learning through walking, making, and direct engagement with the landscape," said GRLT.

Workshops will feature presentations by the hosting artists, all of whom incorporate environmental themes or natural materials into their own creative work, as well as guided nature exploration, hands-on art projects, and group discussions.

Workshops are offered with a “pay what you can” registration fee. There is a $10 suggested donation per workshop, but donations are not required.

These workshops are geared toward teens and adults. No art experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to explore.

Program of Events:

-Becoming a Bird with Sarah Haviland, Saturday, May 2

-Foraging Fictions: A Zine-making Workshop with Dylan Hausthor, Saturday, June 13

-How to Fall in Love with a Flower with Bri Bowman (encore), Saturday, July 11

-May I Have Your Attention with Jillian Impastato, Saturday, August 8

-Drawing in Place with Eleanor Conover, Saturday, September 5

-Finding Magic in an Acorn with Joan Sommers, Saturday, October 3

Event Details:

● Date: Monthly on weekends from May through October

● Time: 2-5 PM; the first workshop on May 2 includes a guided bird walk from 11:30 AM-1 PM

● Location: Langlais Art Preserve, 576 River Road, Cushing, ME

● Who: Teens & adults

● Cost: Workshops are pay what you can ($10 suggested).

● Registration: Space is limited and registration is encouraged. View workshop descriptions and register online at georgesriver.org/events

About Georges River Land Trust

Georges River Land Trust has been conserving and caring for the St. George River watershed since 1987. The land trust has conserved more than 5,600 acres of forest, farm, and shoreline, and maintains over 80 miles of public trails in 19 towns from Montville to Cushing. This conservation work is supported by over 1,000 community members. Visit georgesriver.org to join the community and learn more.

About Langlais Art Preserve

A program of Georges River Land Trust, the Langlais Art Preserve stewards the place-based art environment and creative legacy of Bernard Langlais and provides enriching art experiences that bring people closer to the nature of the St. George River watershed. More information at www.langlaisartpreserve.org.