A Place
To Discover
- Air Temp
- 66°
- Water Temp
- 63°
- Wind (mph)
- 8
- Next High Tide
- 5:06pm
- Open 7am to Sunset:
- 8:26pm
Come On Over. It's Your Reserve!
Upcoming Events
Opening Reception: Birds of a Feather
July 7, 2026 5:00pmJoin us for an opening reception for the new exhibition in the CEC Gallery!
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July 8, 2026 10:00amMore Info
Explore the Shore
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July 9, 2026 10:30amMore Info
Eyes on the Estuary: A Visit to the Research Marsh
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July 10, 2026 6:00pmMore Info
Sunset Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
There are 29 more events in July
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Education
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