Eyes on the Estuary: A visit to the research marsh
Explore current field research projects happening along the trail and out on the salt marsh!
Reservations
Pre-registration is required by emailing caryn@wellsnerr.org, or calling (207) 646-1555 x1110.
Location
Gazebo
As visitors to the Wells Reserve explore the natural beauty along the trails, a group of scientists are working in the background to better understand these important ecosystems. On this guided walk, we will dive deeper into these ongoing research projects to learn about the impacts of invasive plant and crab species, restoration of the endangered New England Cottontail, and participate in hands-on water quality monitoring.
This program is about 1.75 hours and covers about 1 mile round trip. Much of the walk will be out on the salt marsh so close-toed shoes/boots that can get a little wet or muddy and long pants are recommended. This program is geared towards adult audiences, but is open to interested participants as young as middle school.
Your guide, Gail, is a retired marine biologist and high school science teacher and current Wells Reserve volunteer.