Join us at Viles Arboretum for seed saving and sowing! Led by Wild Seed Project, this workshop will focus on how to process native perennial seeds to prepare them for winter. We will also learn about the diverse plants that frow here in Maine and their unique seed collection and seed sowing processes. We will guide a hands-on exploration of the many steps of growing native plants from seed, and establishing diverse landscapes using seed-grown plants.

Weather permitting, we'll start with a walk to identify native plants you may (or may not!) recognize and demonstrate ecologically-responsible seed collecting practices for those plants. Then participants will get to practice winter seed sowing themselves. Everyone will sow two pots: one to take home, and one to leave at Viles Arboretum.

Please register to attend. Members of Viles Arboretum recieve a discount! 

Viles Arboretum has about 30 parking spaces. If the lot is full when you arrive, you can park in the Piggery Road park-and-ride and follow our trail back to the barn. 

We strive to make our programs accessible to all who wish to attend. Our buildings are handicap accessible. If you wish to attend but are concerned about your ability to access our trails, please reach out to our office and we'll work with you to identify spaces you'll be able to access.

Project Wild K-12 Terrestrial Guide Training

Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Viles Arboretum

153 Hospital Street, Augusta

Registration of $50 includes a copy of the Project Wild Terrestrial Guide

Educator Professional Development Credit Hours are available.

Join us for a walk on the wild side and learn about Project Wild.

Project WILD is an activity based, experiential learning, curriculum guide. It provides wildlife-based environmental education activities that are hands-on, easy to use, and fun. This award-winning curriculum teaches the fundamentals of wildlife ecology, conservation, and ecological issues. While also developing natural science knowledge and critical thinking skills across several different discipline areas. The activities complement existing curricula, Maine state standards, and national academic standards.

This workshop is great for classroom teachers, homeschoolers, scout leaders, nature center educators, conservation leaders, and more.

The class will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., including a break for lunch. Bring your own sandwich/salad, we’ll provide chips, snacks and cookies. (A microwave is available.) 

Workshop participants will...

- Be introduced to activities that focus on Maine-specific wildlife and habitats.

- Try example activities from the Project Wild K-12 Terrestrial Guide.

- Receive a copy of the Project WILD K-12 Terrestrial Curriculum & Activity Guide (only available through workshops).

This event will be held both inside and outside, as weather permits, so dress appropriately.

Learn more on the Maine Project Wild website or the national website at www.projectwild.org

Check out these two videos to learn more about Project Wild.

Project WILD in the Classroom

Outdoor Learning with Project WILD