Join Georges River Land Trust, Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District, and Midcoast Trails Stewardship for a hands-on workshop about sustainable trailbuilding practices, the ways trails impact ecosystems around them, and what makes the Rockland Bog ecologically special.

The workshop will take place Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Coffee and lunch will be provided.

During the first part of the morning, Louisa Crane from Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District and Jasper Guyer-Stevens of Midcoast Trails Stewardship will provide education about sustainable trailbuilding and planning for high usage trails. Trails staff from Georges River Land Trust will explain the land trust’s planning and trailbuilding process, as well as how conservation easements work and impact the landscape.

Then, Midcoast Trails Stewardship will lead a volunteer work session on the newly constructed trails in this section of the Rockland Bog. This collaborative effort between Midcoast Trails Stewardship and Georges River Land Trust will expand multiuse trails in the bog for hikers, mountain bikers, birders, families, and anyone in the community looking to spend time outdoors.

This workshop is free and open to anyone. No prior experience with trailwork is needed. Participants should be prepared to walk over uneven terrain with some elevation and roots. Good walking shoes, long pants, drinking water, and gloves are recommended.

Attendees will meet at the new Beechwood Street entrance to the Rockland Bog. Please visit georgesriver.org/events to register and see parking details. Contact maeve@grlt.org or call 207-594-5166 with questions.