THOMASTON — Join Georges River Land Trust for a guided group hike along the trails of the Rockland Bog Preserve on Saturday, January 10. Hikers should meet at the trailhead at 10 a.m. The hike will conclude by 12 p.m.

"The Rockland Bog is the largest peatland bog complex in the Midcoast, providing wildlife habitat and offering stunning views of rare fen ecosystems," said GRLT, in a news release.

This hike will explore newly opened trails from Beechwood Street in Thomaston. With 6.2 miles of trails from this new trailhead, users can experience the woods through hiking, birding, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and more. Stay tuned for details of a trail opening event in 2026.

Georges River Land Trust offers guided group hikes year-round, exploring their 23 nature preserves from Montville to Cushing.

This walk is open to all ages. 

Registration is recommended. Visit georgesriver.org/events to learn more and sign up.

Directions: 389-395 Beechwood Street, in Thomaston, is the approximate location for the trailhead. Follow the dirt driveway to the large parking lot at the trailhead.

Please contact maeve@grlt.org with questions.

Georges River Land Trust has been conserving and caring for the St. George River watershed since 1987. The land trust has conserved over 5,400 acres of forest, farm, and shoreline, and provides over 80 miles of public trails in 19 towns from Cushing to Liberty. This conservation work is supported by over 1,000 community members. Visit georgesriver.org to join the community and learn more.