Coastal Rivers Denny Conservation and Education Center
Events at this venue
Partner Event: Firearms Hunter Safety
This two-day course offered by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is designed to teach safe, responsible, and ethical hunting practices. Completion is required by Maine law for anyone purchasing a firearms hunting license. The course will cover hands-on firearm handling, survival skills, ethics, and Maine hunting laws, concluding with a written exam.
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Partner Event: Firearms Hunter Safety
This two-day course offered by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is designed to teach safe, responsible, and ethical hunting practices. Completion is required by Maine law for anyone purchasing a firearms hunting license. The course will cover hands-on firearm handling, survival skills, ethics, and Maine hunting laws, concluding with a written exam.
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Weave your own Explorer Pack Basket
In this workshop, you will craft your own 10 to 12-inch pack basket using premium reed. We will explore the traditional history of pack baskets and the natural materials used to make them, while instructor Jes Steele guides you step-by-step to ensure everyone leaves with a beautifully finished basket—complete with a sturdy base, feet, and custom pack straps. We will also provide a selection of colorful reeds and straps so you can personalize your creation!
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Native Plant Seed Cleaning and Stratification
Participants will help clean and sort locally collected native plant seeds, removing chaff and other debris while learning about seed collection and handling. We’ll also prepare seeds for cold stratification, an important step that helps many native species germinate successfully.
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