A Place
To Discover
- Air Temp
- 74°
- Water Temp
- 64°
- Wind (mph)
- 7
- Next High Tide
- 8:49pm
- Open 7am to Sunset:
- 8:24pm
Come On Over. It's Your Reserve!
Upcoming Events
Center for Wildlife: Birds of Prey
July 17, 2026 10:00amJoin Center for Wildlife and their live animal ambassadors to explore birds of prey!
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July 13, 2026 9:00amMore Info
Summer Camp: Wildlife Watchers
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July 13, 2026 10:00amMore Info
Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk
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July 14, 2026 7:00amMore Info
Bird Banding Demonstration
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July 14, 2026 8:00am Program FullMore Info
Teachers on the Estuary Workshop
There are 22 more events in July
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Read PostEducation
Understanding Nature
Each year, thousands of children and adults participate in educational programs at our living laboratory, in our barn classroom, and in a modern teaching laboratory.
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Defining Best Practices
The Wells Reserve protects 2,250 acres of coastal habitats on Maine's southwest coast. The site serves as a model for best management practices in conservation.
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Investigating Estuaries
Science is at the center of our mission. Focus areas include fisheries, marine ecology, invasive species, and range expansions.
Weddings
A historic site with abundant open space for hosting your Maine coast wedding
The Ideal Wedding Venue