"Spring is an amazing time in the amphibian world – now is the time when frogs and salamanders are migrating from their wintertime woodland hideouts to vernal pools," said Georges River Land Trust, in a news release.

Join GRLT for a vernal pool program at the Rockland Bog on Sunday, May 3, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Vernal pools are special, ephemeral bodies of water where frogs, salamanders, and insects breed.

"On this guided exploration, participants will learn about these incredible, small creatures and get up close to their pools," said GRLT.

This walk will take place in the Rockland Bog, the Midcoast's largest peatland bog complex, according to the news release.

"This is a unique ecosystem, home to numerous plant and animal species," said the release. "Georges River Land Trust is committed to protecting this incredible, wild place and creating safe access for the community to enjoy and recreate along trails."

This event is free and open to all ages. Please register at georgesriver.org/events. Contact maeve@grlt.org with questions.

Directions: This walk will explore the trails of the Rockland Bog Preserve from GRLT’s Route 90 Trailhead. A large green GRLT sign is located at the top of the dirt road next to Johansen Boatworks (11 Farwell Dr, Rockland ME). Follow the dirt road to the parking area and trailhead. Yellow event signs will point you in the right direction. See georgesriver.org for more details.

Georges River Land Trust has been conserving and caring for the St. George River watershed since 1987. The land trust has conserved over 5,600 acres of forest, farm, and shoreline, and provides 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.