Public Programs
wells national estuarine research reservePublic programs are a high priority at the Wells Reserve. We are pleased to offer a diverse slate of inexpensive activities throughout the year.
Guided Tours
Easy walks that last 1½ or 2 hours. Free. Groups of 10 or more must make arrangements in advance.
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Special Programs
Seasonal sessions with a sharp focus. Fees vary.
Upcoming Events
- Morning Yoga 7-Week Series Sep 8
- End of Summer Star Party Sep 14
- Harvest Moon Hike Sep 22
- Film Screening: Division Street Oct 7
- Fall Foliage Walk Oct 10
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Lunch 'n' Learns
Informal noon-time brown bags. Suggested $2 donation includes admission. Bring your lunch.
Upcoming Events
- The Rough and Tumble Life of Elephant Seals Sep 27
- The Galapagos--Islands Without Fear Oct 26
- Chilean Fjords and Patagonian Wilderness Nov 18
- Building a Resilient Coast: Maine Confronts Climate Change Dec 2
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Evening Programs
Diverse offerings in Mather Auditorium. Suggested $5 donation includes site admission.
Upcoming Events
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Preschool Programs
These programs are best for boys and girls who are 3 to 5 years old. Fees vary.
Upcoming Events
- Migrating Bird Explorers Sep 14
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Just for Kids
Half-day and full-day nature programs that let kids explore, create, experiment, and play. For ages 6 to 9.
Upcoming Events
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Junior Researchers
Week-long day camps introduce kids 9 to 12 to ecology and the study of nature.
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Training Programs
Putting science to work for people whose decisions impact coastal environments. Fees vary.
Upcoming Events
- Salmon Falls Watershed Collaborative Workshop Oct 27
- Project Learning Tree Early Childhood Educator Workshop Dec 4
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Volunteer Training
Informative sessions prepare you to teach school groups, lead public programs, join monitoring efforts, or patrol trails. Free.
Upcoming Events
- Microscopic Marvels Docent Training Sep 9
- Wild Friends in Wild Places Docent Training Sep 16
- Exploring Estuaries Docent Review and Potluck Lunch Sep 21
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Bird Walks and Audubon Talks
Upcoming Events
- B.A.T.S. Sep 21
- Opportunities for Enjoying Birds in Maine Oct 19
- Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of North America: You, Birds, and Birding Nov 3
- Birds in the Chimney? Nov 16
- Bird Seed Sale Nov 18
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.
Festivals & Celebrations
Special events bring people together
Upcoming Events
- 23rd Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival - Sept 11&12 Sep 11
- Punkinfiddle, A National Estuaries Day Celebration Sep 25
- Laudholm 5K Run & 2.5K Walk Sep 26
- EcoSports Day Sep 26
- Up to 5 listed here. More on our full calendar.





