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Birding Hike with Casey Hynes at Viles Arboretum
with L.L. Bean

This program is part of the L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Program. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
How many species can you spot? L.L.Bean’s skilled guides have teamed up with a local birding expert, Casey Hynes, to lead you on a quiet, slow-paced hike through one of Maine’s top birding locations. After a quick refresher on how to tune your binoculars, you’ll embark on an easy walk through woodlands and open fields, listening and looking for the many birds that make these areas home – with plenty of educational narration along the way.
Participants with all levels of birding experience are welcome. Binoculars will be provided.
Months of Operation: May-October
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Begins: Varies
Age Requirements: Minimum Age: 12 (17 & under with parent/guardian)
Registration: This program is part of the L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Program. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Snake Surveying at Viles Arboretum
with Jack - MCC Steward

Help Survey Snakes at Viles Arboretum!
Join our MCC Steward for a hands-on wildlife survey as we take a closer look at the snakes that call Viles Arboretum home. During each survey, participants will learn more about local snakes, how to handle them, and how to record important data.
Snakes are key indicators of a healthy ecosystem. Because they are both predators and prey, changes in snake populations can reveal shifts in habitat quality, biodiversity, and environmental health. By surveying snakes, we can track the presence and adundance of different species, monitor changes over time, and make informed decisions about conservation and land management.
No experience is needed
All ages are welcome (kids should come with a grown-up)