Bird Walk through Sheepscot Village with SVCA and Mid-Coast Audubon

Time: Saturday, May 4, 7:30 a.m.

Place: Meet at SVCA Office

We'll take a one-mile walk around Sheepscot Village to look and listen for birds in a variety of habitats including ponds, fields, backyards, forest, marsh and along the river. Bring binoculars if you have them.

Spring Nature Walk at the Palermo Preserve

Time: Tuesday, May 21, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Place: Parking lot, SVCA's Palermo Preserve

Explore the river, woods and a vernal pool with naturalist and SVCA Programs Manager, Lynne Flaccus.

SVCA Benefit Yard Sale

Time: Saturday, June 8, 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m.

Place: SVCA Office

We are currently accepting donations of gently used outdoor items, sporting equipment, household goods, books, toys, etc. (Sorry, no clothing or large appliances) Call the office at (207)586-5616 for drop off times. We may be able to arrange pick up if needed.

Nature Walk at the Whitefield Salmon Preserve

Time: Wednesday, June 12, 9:00 - 11:00 p.m.

Place: Parking lot, SVCA's Whitefield Salmon Preserve

Come enjoy the beautiful trails along the west branch and main stem of the Sheepscot River.

Paddle Turner Pond in Palermo

Time: Sunday, June 16, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Paddle lovely Turner Pond with SVCA and the Sheepscot Wellspring Land Alliance (SWLA). Space is limited to 30 participants - contact SVCA to make a reservation.

River Paddle: Head Tide to Sheepscot Village

Time: Sunday, July 7, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Paddle the heart of the Sheepscot Watershed with SVCA and SWLA. Space is limited to 30 participants - contact SVCA to make a reservation.

Wednesday Walk at the Griggs Preserve

Time: Wednesday, July 17, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Place: Parking lot, SVCA's Griggs Preserve

Join the Wednesday Walkers for an invigorating walk around the SVCA's first preserve in Newcastle.

SVCA Member BBQ

Time: Thursday, July 25, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Place: SVCA Office

Catch up with fellow SVCA members and hear the latest news. Bring a side dish to share, we'll provide the grillables and beverages.

Hike Hogback Mountain with SVCA and the Sheepscot Wellspring Land Alliance

Time: Saturday, August 17, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Place: Hogback Mountain in Montville

Looking for a longer hike? Hogback Mountain on the edge of the Sheepscot Watershed is a rewarding hike culminating with a view of Penobscot Bay. Limit of 25 participants. Please contact SVCA to make a reservation.

Book Signing with Sheepscot author

Time: Wednesday, August 21, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Place: SVCA Office

Local author Belva Ann Prycl has written stories centered on water in her new books - "Times and Tides" and "Water Tales." She will read excerpts from her work and a portion of book sales will be donated to SVCA at this signing.

Sheepscot Valley Family Festival

Time: Sunday, September 8, 9:00 a.m - 3:00 p.m.

Place: SVCA Office

Join us for a day of family fun starting with the 5k "Salmon" Fun Run around Sheepscot Village. Activities throughout the day include live bird presentations, touch tank, river paddle, bird walks, live music and local foods. Come celebrate the Sheepscot Valley's rich resources with the greater community.

Champagne on the Sheepscot

Time: Saturdy, September 14, 4:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m.

Place: Wiscasset

Save the date for our annual fundraiser. More details to follow.

Mushroom Walk at the Trout Brook Preserve

Time: Wednesday, September 18, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Place: Parking lot, SVCA's Trout Brook Preserve

Kirk Gentalen, Regional Steward from Maine Coast Heritage Trust and a really "fun guy," will lead a walk to explore the preserve trails in search of mushrooms.

Trail Opening at the Stetser Preserve

Time: Saturday, October 19, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Place: Parking lot, SVCA's Stetser Preserve

Join us to explore and celebrate the grand opening of the new interpretive trail on SVCA's Stetser Preserve in Jefferson.

SVCA Annual Meeting and Holiday Potluck

Time: Saturday, December 7, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Place: SVCA Office

Hope to see you at our annual meeting. Bring a dish to share.

Recent Past Events

Plant Walk at the Marsh River Preserve

Time: Tuesday, April 30, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Place: Parking lot, SVCA's Marsh River Preserve

Come enjoy the beautiful trails through the forest and along the spectacular Marsh River with Wanda Garland - a botanist, photographer, and long-time educator who aims to encourage people of all ages to get up close and personal with Maine's native flora.

Water Quality Monitoring Training

Time: Sunday, April 28, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Place: SVCA Office

Training for our great team of water quality monitors. We are celebrating our 20th year of testing the waters of the Sheepscot!