Guided Tours
Trail walks, kayak tours, and other ways to learn all about this national treasure.
To discover the most about everything the Wells Reserve has to offer, join a planned walk, a kayak tour, or other program led by an informed guide. These offerings include something for all ages and experience levels.
Trail Walks
Our experienced guides are ready to reveal the secrets of the Wells Reserve at Laudholm. Whether it's tadpoles or tide pools, sparrows or spartina, come on up for a tour with a purpose.
Upcoming Trail Walks
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Sep 10
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Sep 13
Estuary Discoveries
Explore the Reserve's accessible trail at Wells Harbor and learn about estuaries.
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Sep 14
Les Secrets du Marais Salé
Apprenez les secrets de cette place unique,nichée entre la forêt et le bord de la mer. Learn the secrets of this special place, nestled between the forest and seashore.
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Sep 20
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Sep 21
Let's Go Tidepooling!
Join Carol Steingart of Coast Encounters for a morning of romping in tide pools!
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Sep 24
Laudholm's Farming Past
Delve into the stories of what these historic buildings were and are today!
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Oct 2
Secrets of the Salt Marsh Walk
Learn the secrets of this special ecosystem, nestled between the forest and seashore.
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Oct 4
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Oct 5
Les Secrets du Marais Salé
Apprenez les secrets de cette place unique,nichée entre la forêt et le bord de la mer. Learn the secrets of this special place, nestled between the forest and seashore.
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Oct 7
Histoire de la Ferme Laudholm (Laudholm's Farming Past in French)
Revivez les histoires de ces bâtiments historiques du passé au aujourd’hui! Delve into the stories of what this place was and is today!
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Oct 16
Helping Restore an Iconic Species: American Chestnut Trees
Join Natural Resource Specialist Vanessa Beaulieu for a walk to the Reserve's American Chestnut grove!
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Oct 17
Full Moon Walk
Experience the Reserve by moonlight with Maine Master Naturalist Linda Littlefield Grenfell.
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Oct 18
Estuary Discoveries
Explore the Reserve's accessible trail at Wells Harbor and learn about estuaries.
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Kayak Tours
Our registered Maine Kayak Guides take small groups onto the estuary for an enjoyable and educational paddle lasting about 2? hours. Enjoy a unique perspective on the estuary.
Interested in kayaking a Wells estuary on your own? Access to the Little River estuary is inconvenient, so we recommend putting in at Wells Harbor to explore the Webhannet estuary.
Upcoming Kayak Tours
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Sep 9
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Sep 12
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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Sep 18
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Sep 23
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Sep 29
Sunday Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Sep 30
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Oct 3
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Oct 8
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Oct 17
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary
Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine kayak guide and knowledgeable naturalist.
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Explore on Your Own
Sometimes you're ready to explore without a guide. Learn about our trail system and make your own way.