Program Calendar
On-site and online activities for education and enjoyment.
Featured Event
Dwellers of the Wells Reserve
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:00am – 3:00pmJoin us to participate in this community-created large-scale animal painting!
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Jul 1-3
Summer Camp: Nature's Wonders
Spend three days as a nature detective, exploring critters, plants, mushrooms, and more! For kids ages 6 to 8.
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Jul 1
Wonderful Weeds
Explore the benefits of weeds with Maine Master Naturalist Linda Littlefield Grenfell!
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Jul 2
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Jul 2
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Jul 2
Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk
Learn the secrets of this special ecosystem, nestled between the forest and seashore.
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Jul 3
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 6
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Jul 8-12
Summer Camp: Aquatic Adventures
Spend the week investigating stream, salt marsh, and beach habitats, exploring the homes of fascinating creatures along the way! For kids ages 6 to 8.
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Jul 9
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Jul 10
Preschool Story Hour: Noisy Bug Sing-Along
Join us for a story hour focused on insects for ages 3-5 and their caregivers!
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Jul 10
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 11
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Jul 12
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Jul 13
Mindful Experience
Practice mindfulness with Maine Master Naturalist Linda Littlefield Grenfell!
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Jul 14
Wildlife Track and Sign by the Sea
Join Certified Wildlife Tracker Dan Gardoqui for a morning of decoding wildlife stories in the sand!
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Jul 15-19
Summer Camp: Critter Camp
Spend the week on a wildlife safari, in search of insects, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals! For kids ages 6 to 8.
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Jul 15
Laudholm's Farming Past
Delve into the stories of what these historic buildings were and are today!
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Jul 16
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Jul 16
Center for Wildlife: Birds of Prey
Join Center for Wildlife and their live animal ambassadors to explore birds of prey!
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Jul 17
Caregivers: Restoring in Nature Walk
A healing nature walk for individuals caregiving for loved ones.
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Jul 17
Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk
Learn the secrets of this special ecosystem, nestled between the forest and seashore.
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Jul 17
Cancelled--Flying Jewels: The Dragonflies and Butterflies of Southern Maine
Discover the wonders of dragonflies and butterflies!
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Jul 18
Meet the Scientist: When Blue Crabs and Green Crabs Collide
Join Research Associate Laura Crane to learn about the Reserve's crab research!
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Jul 19
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 20
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Jul 20
Cultivating Compassion: Loss and Grief Walk
A gathering offering compassion, awareness, and nature as resources for healing.
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Jul 21
Sunday Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 22-26
Summer Camp: Wildlife Watchers
Bring a fascination and curiosity for wildlife and make incredible discoveries in forest, field, and water's edge. For kids ages 9 to 12.
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Jul 22
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 22
Consider the Lobster: Art Exhibition Opening Reception
Join us for an opening reception for this summer's new art exhibition "Consider the Lobster"!
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Jul 23
Rescheduled for July 24--Bird Banding Demonstration
See scientists at work and birds up close!
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Jul 23-25
Teachers on the Estuary Workshop
The workshop will train up to twelve educators in water quality and weather monitoring, nature journaling, and marine organism investigations. It is geared towards middle and high school science teachers, though other educators are welcome to apply.
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Jul 24
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Jul 26
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Jul 26
Center for Wildlife: Owls
Join Center for Wildlife and their live animal ambassadors to explore the world of owls!
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Jul 27
Summer Wildflowers
Join us to explore wildflower natural history and lore with naturalist Boot Boutwell!
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Jul 29-31
Summer Camp: Stream to the Sea
Spend three days by the waters edge, from river to salt marsh to beach, spying on creatures large and small. For kids ages 9 to 12.
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Jul 29
Estuary Discoveries
Explore the Reserve's accessible trail at Wells Harbor and learn about estuaries.
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Jul 30
Sunset Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh at sunset with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Jul 31
Cancelled--Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk
Learn the secrets of this special ecosystem, nestled between the forest and seashore.