Fall Stewardship Day at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge

Hirundo is a 2,400 acre nature preserve, spanning Pushaw and Dead Streams, Lac d’Or (lake), vast wetlands, includingSilver Maple Floodplain Forest, mixed hardwood and evergreen forests and a 40-acre bog. Only 10 miles from the University of Maine, Orono Campus, visitors paddle canoes free of charge and watch playful river otters, breeding Wood Ducks, Bald Eagles, and Osprey in the tranquil beauty. While hiking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing, one might encounter moose, deer, red fox, muskrat, beaver, mink, otter, black bear, bobcat, fisher, and ermine.

Hirundo Wildlife Refuge

Join us for a day of giving back to nature at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge's Fall Stewardship Day!

35 Hudson Rd

Join us for a day of giving back to nature at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge's Fall Stewardship Day! 🍁Grab your work gloves and bring your enthusiasm as we come together to care for the trails and landscapes that make our refuge special. There will be jobs for every ability—whether it’s painting trail blazes, clearing paths, tidying up picnic areas, or helping with lighter projects like organizing our event shelter, there’s a way for everyone to contribute!All the materials necessry for project will be provided so all you need is your energy and a love for the great outdoors. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or a first-timer, we welcome everyone who wants to lend a helping hand. Let’s make a difference together! 💚Light snacks and drinks will be provided! Date: Saturday, September 27th Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMLocation: 35 Hudson Road, Alton ME 04468 || Gate 3, Hirundo Wildlife Refuge (MAP BELOW)Questions? Email: brianna@hirundomaine.org Please fill out this LIABILITY WAIVER when you register, one per person:<a href="https://form.jotform.com/201525095019046" title="https://form.jotform.com/201525095019046" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Liability Waiver- Hirundo</a>*this will be sent to you in an email before the event as well!_______________________________________________________________________________________________More Event information:How to prepare:Wear layers, wear sturdy shoes, and bring a water bottle. You will likely need bugspray and might benefit from bringing a headnet to use. We also suggest sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen. Bathrooms:There is one outhouse at Gate 3. This outhouse is not ADA accessible as there is a step to get inside, no support railings, and it is a small space. There are no lights or running water in this outhouse, but hand sanitizer is provided. There are two more outhouses at Gate 1. One is ADA accessible and includes a ramp to the entrance, a support railing by the toilet, and plenty of room for transfers to and from the toilet. There are no lights or running water in either of the outhouses at Gate 1, hand sanitizer is provided. Event Conditions/Accessibility Info:This event will occur almost entirely outdoors. Depending on what projects you are interested/assigned to you may encounter rooted/rocky/muddy trails and possibly a few steeper inclines (inclines are limited to about 2-3 trails). We do have two hard packed, mostly flat and level trails that will need some work as well (check out the <a href="https://vimeo.com/1115209602?share=copy" title="https://vimeo.com/1115209602?share=copy" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Trail of the Senses</a> to learn more). Projects will be assigned based on ability, comfort, and interest. Questions or concerns? Please reach out to brianna@hirundomaine.org.

Initial meeting location: Gate 3 Hirundo Wildlife Refuge (35 Hudson Road, Alton, ME).

Fall Stewardship Day at Hirundo Wildlife Refuge

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