Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site
Orchard pruning workday
Do you have a pole saw or pruner that you are itching to dust off? Are you interested in apple tree care and maintenance? Coastal Rivers' stewardship crew is looking for volunteers to join us for a workday in the apple orchard at Whaleback Shell Middens. Work will entail removing dead wood and pruning live vegetation from the apple trees where appropriate. We will also be trimming out any brown tail moth nests we come across. Click program title for more info.
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Whaleback Oyster Middens Guided Walk
Whaleback Shell Midden is a shell midden, or dump, located on the east bank of the Damariscotta River in Damariscotta, across from the Glidden shell midden. Composed mainly of oyster shells, the middens were formed over a period of about 1,000 years between 200 BC to AD 1000. Though significant in size, only a small […]
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Monthly Naturalist-Led Programs
Join naturalist and DRA Education Director Sarah Gladu for gentle hikes with frequent stops for natural history learning. Appropriate footwear recommended. All ages welcome. Dogs not permitted at these programs. Pre-registration required 24 hours in advance by contacting DRA at 207-563-1393 or dra@damariscottariver.org. Free of charge. Thursday, August 20 - Wabanaki History and Plant Use: Learn about […]
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