Save The Date! We will continue to add details as we get closer to each event date. We hope to see you at our programming this year!
LGBTQIA+ Events In 2025
Queerly ME Gardens Meetup
QueerlyME and the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens are hosting a gathering at the Gardens! Celebrate community and connection with this event designed for the queer community to come together and enjoy the magic of the winter season. Please note that this event is a designed affinity space for LGBTQIA+ community members across Maine.
Wander the lit paths surrounded by nature, join a guided tour, or gather in the Café for hot cocoa (on us!) and mingling. Other drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Our central garden areas are designed to be ADA-compliant, offering accessible pathways for all. Electric scooters and wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis to help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience, free of charge.
Schedule
Winter Wetlands Tour @ 2:15 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Let's Talk Biodiversity Tour @ 2:15 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Trail Mixer @ 4:30 p.m: Join us for a casual, outdoor gathering guided by light conversation starters meant to facilitate meaningful and new community connections! Periodically, a new conversation starter will be proposed and attendees will be encouraged to "mix it up" and find a new person to chat with. The first Trail Mixers began in 2022 through an intentional collaboration between Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust's Lydia Coburn and Queerly ME's Kyle Warnock. Since then, hundreds of LGBTQIA+ community members have found connection with nature and one another on these seasonal walks at various Brunswick-Topsham area properties.
Please note: tours are drop-in and first-come, first-served. The Trail Mixer is a drop-in gathering.
Admission is offered on a sliding scale, with half of the proceeds supporting QueerlyME’s mission of creating and increasing LGBTQIA+ visibility, resource accessibility, and Queer centered outdoor programming in Maine. This is a chance to meet new friends, explore the Gardens’ winter beauty, and share a warm, welcoming space. Don’t miss this cozy opportunity to connect and celebrate with QueerlyME and Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens!
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is a nonprofit botanical garden with the mission to inspire meaningful connections between people and nature and promote plant conservation through horticulture, education, and plant science.
LGBTQIA+ Trail Mixer
This fall, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Queerly ME will host casual, outdoor meet-ups at 1:00pm once a month from October-December at a BTLT property. These walks will involve some light conversation starters and activities meant to get folks connecting with one another on the trail.
After each walk, we’ll be gathering at Wild Oats around 2:15pm to hold more space and time for connecting and socializing. As an added bonus, our friends at Wild Oats have generously given us coupons for attendees to use after our walks to be used on a drink or snack of their choice!
No guided tour, no cost, no registration required. Just an open invitation for Queer/LGBTQIA+ folks (and allies) of all ages and backgrounds, to gather in a natural safe space, connect with one another, and spend time outside! (And then at Wild Oats afterwards)
Sunday October 27th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
Saturday November 16th - 1:00pm - Androscoggin Woods
Sunday December 8th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
Some things to keep in mind:
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early! We will be leaving for our walk from the trailhead at 1:05pm to maximize our walk time.
We highly encourage carpooling!
There is no registration, you can just show up.
Bringing a dog? Please make sure they are leashed at all times and that you clean up after them.
Bringing some kiddos? Please make sure they (and you!) are dressed for the weather and terrain.
Bringing a camera? Fantastic! Just make sure you have consent if taking photos of other people.
All properties, events, and programs managed by BTLT are open to everyone. However, as part of BTLT’s mission to connect people to nature by providing recreational opportunities, BTLT acknowledges that the outdoors have historically not been a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community. In partnership with Queerly ME, this event series aims to provide intergenerational safe spaces for connection, community building, and outdoor exploration amongst the LGBTQIA+ community.
Queer Campfire Gathering
Join Queerly ME in partnership with 7 Lakes Alliance for a LGBTQIA+ centered campfire night. Expect smores, campfire stories, and star gazing in a comfy, late Autumn space. There will be indoor spaces to warm up further and restrooms nearby. There is ample parking on the street as well as in the 7 Lakes Alliance parking lot.
We can’t wait to see you all there!
Maine Roller Derby Fundraiser Bout
Come out to support Queerly ME at Maine Roller Derby’s November annual benefit bout! The audience can expect a shake up to the usual teams and rules of a Maine Roller Derby bout. This November, YOU can influence the outcome of the game and support us in the process!
In addition to the roller derby action, this event will offer a family-friendly atmosphere with food and beverage options, merchandise, and opportunities to meet the athletes. Attendees are encouraged to bring their friends and families to enjoy an evening of excitement and entertainment. Don’t miss your chance to witness the action-packed Benefit Bout and support your local roller derby athletes!
LGBTQIA+ Trail Mixer
This fall, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Queerly ME will host casual, outdoor meet-ups at 1:00pm once a month from October-December at a BTLT property. These walks will involve some light conversation starters and activities meant to get folks connecting with one another on the trail.
After each walk, we’ll be gathering at Wild Oats around 2:15pm to hold more space and time for connecting and socializing. As an added bonus, our friends at Wild Oats have generously given us coupons for attendees to use after our walks to be used on a drink or snack of their choice!
No guided tour, no cost, no registration required. Just an open invitation for Queer/LGBTQIA+ folks (and allies) of all ages and backgrounds, to gather in a natural safe space, connect with one another, and spend time outside! (And then at Wild Oats afterwards)
Sunday October 27th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
Saturday November 16th - 1:00pm - Androscoggin Woods
Sunday December 8th - 1:00pm - Cathance River Nature Preserve
Some things to keep in mind:
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early! We will be leaving for our walk from the trailhead at 1:05pm to maximize our walk time.
We highly encourage carpooling!
There is no registration, you can just show up.
Bringing a dog? Please make sure they are leashed at all times and that you clean up after them.
Bringing some kiddos? Please make sure they (and you!) are dressed for the weather and terrain.
Bringing a camera? Fantastic! Just make sure you have consent if taking photos of other people.
All properties, events, and programs managed by BTLT are open to everyone. However, as part of BTLT’s mission to connect people to nature by providing recreational opportunities, BTLT acknowledges that the outdoors have historically not been a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community. In partnership with Queerly ME, this event series aims to provide intergenerational safe spaces for connection, community building, and outdoor exploration amongst the LGBTQIA+ community.
LGBTQIA+ Trail Mixer
This fall, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust andQueerly ME will host casual, outdoor meet-ups at 1:00pm once a month from October-December at a BTLT property. These walks will involve some light conversation starters and activities meant to get folks connecting with one another on the trail.
After each walk, we’ll be gathering at Wild Oats around 2:15pm to hold more space and time for connecting and socializing. As an added bonus, our friends at Wild Oats have generously given us coupons for attendees to use after our walks to be used on a drink or snack of their choice!
No guided tour, no cost, no registration required. Just an open invitation for Queer/LGBTQIA+ folks (and allies) of all ages and backgrounds, to gather in a natural safe space, connect with one another, and spend time outside! (And then at Wild Oats afterwards)
Sunday October 27th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
Saturday November 16th - 1:00pm - Androscoggin Woods
Sunday December 8th - 1:00pm - Cathance River Nature Preserve
Some things to keep in mind:
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early! We will be leaving for our walk from the trailhead at 1:05pm to maximize our walk time.
We highly encourage carpooling!
There is no registration, you can just show up.
Bringing a dog? Please make sure they are leashed at all times and that you clean up after them.
Bringing some kiddos? Please make sure they (and you!) are dressed for the weather and terrain.
Bringing a camera? Fantastic! Just make sure you have consent if taking photos of other people.
All properties, events, and programs managed by BTLT are open to everyone. However, as part of BTLT’s mission to connect people to nature by providing recreational opportunities, BTLT acknowledges that the outdoors have historically not been a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community. In partnership with Queerly ME, this event series aims to provide intergenerational safe spaces for connection, community building, and outdoor exploration amongst the LGBTQIA+ community.
Queer Art Immersion
Join Queerly ME and Langlais Art Preserve for Queerly's second annual Queer Art Immersion! This is a LGBTQIA+ affinity space for those ages 18+. Spots limited, registration required.
This event is catered to LGBTQIA+ artists, regardless of skill level, who are interested in exploring nature-based art mediums and collaborative art making within a space fostering community connection.
Tickets are set on a sliding scale from $50.00 to $100.00 with a portion of spots funded fully by our mutual aid fund; however, no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. If you find that our mutual aid funded spots have been spoken for, please email kwarnock@queerlyme.org to inquire into having costs waivered.
Accessibility: Activities and workshops will occur both indoors and outdoors across the Langlais Art Preserve campus. The land is relatively flat without significant hills or obstacles. The studio space entrances are flat to the ground without stairs to climb. There is a 1/4 mile ADA-accessible path we will use to access different activity spaces.
To learn more about Langlais Art Preserve, please visit https://langlaisarttrail.org/langlais-preserve/.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Lunch will accommodate folks who are GF, vegan, and vegetarian. All supplies will be provided for workshops, although attendees are welcome to bring their own if preferred.
Itinerary
10:00am: Orientation / Social
Introductions. Refreshments provided.
10:30am: Sculpture Walk / Tour of Campus
Langlais Art Preserve is home to a sculpture park. We will take a walk along the paths, discuss the significance of each sculpture, and familiarize ourselves with the campus.
11:00am: Nature Observation & Figure Drawing or Fairy House Making
Attendees will be able to choose between a sketching activity involving nature observation and figure drawing, or work to incorporate found materials into eco-sculptures for a nearby fairy house village.
12:00pm: Group Banner or Collage
Attendees will be able to choose between contributing to a collaborative group banner or interact with our collage table using a robust selection of materials.
1pm: Lunch provided by Wild Oats
1:30pm: Eco Printing & Bundle Dyeing Workshop led by Al Dettmann
Al Dettmann (they/them) is a trans fibers artist focusing on mixed-media & fine art practices. Growing up in Maine, they have always been a creative spirit that loves exploring the natural environment and connecting with communities around the world. Earning their BFA in Fibers from Savannah College of Art and Design, they hope to share their love of color, hand-painted textures, and patchwork surfaces with communities of creatives. Based out of Brooklyn, NY, they are on their latest adventure growing their studio practice while instructing youth at the Textile Arts Center. With all of their work, their greatest passion is to uplift queer voices through art & design and constantly create wonders that inspire all of us to live our messy lives beautifully, boldly, and authentically.
Bundle dyeing will involve individuals using plant materials to create colors and textures on fabric. They will learn about natural dyeing processes by placing plant materials on fabric, rolling it up, bundling it, and then steaming it in hot water.
Eco-printing will involve individuals collecting plants, leaves and flower materials to create nature-derived shapes, colors, and prints on fabric. Wherever plant material is hammered or placed on fabric, it will create a contact print in the shape of the leaf or flower used.
3:00pm: Wrap-Up
Attendees will have time to revisit any projects they wish to wrap up.
Everyone will gather to reflect on our Queer Art Immersion experience. Attendees will be encouraged to share any art they've made with the group that they feel comfortable sharing.
4:00pm: End
If you have any questions, please reach out to kwarnock@queerlyme.org.
Community Harvest
Join Queerly ME and Maine Coast Heritage Trust for a LGBTQIA+ centered community harvest day!
We will be harvesting seasonal produce to support Erickson Fields Farm and each participant will be able to take some produce home with them as well! After harvesting our produce, everyone will be invited to do a short tour of Erickson Fields, the 4-acre vegetable plot and surrounding preserve area and walk along OUT Maine’s art show along a 1.4 mile loop trail.
All ages are welcome. Allies are welcome.
More info on Erickson Fields: https://www.mcht.org/preserve/erickson-fields/
Sailing 101
Join Queerly ME in partnership with SailMaine to get out on the water and learn the basics of sailing! This event is a designated LGBTQIA+ affinity space and for ages 18 and up.
Suggested donation for this event is $50.00-$175.00 per person towards Queerly ME. Donors play a crucial role in advancing our mission, expanding our reach, and continuing to organize year-round programming outdoors. As a new grassroots nonprofit, your support directly impacts our ability to continue our vital work and further foster a sense of belonging and unity within the LGBTQIA+ community in Maine.
Donations are nonrefundable.
Flagstaff Lake Cabin Weekend
Join Queerly ME over Labor Day weekend for an off-grid two night, three day trip to Flagstaff Hut! Flagstaff Hut is situated on the east shore of Flagstaff Lake. Trails from the hut deliver stunning views of the lake and the Bigelow mountain range.
All participants must be LGBTQIA+, 21+, and Maine Residents. There is a 2.2 mile hike into the campsite. All packed items will be shuttled in before we begin our hike. Pre-registration closes August 5th.
These camping trips are carefully curated to match each campers' preferences, comfortabilities, and needs in an overnight group. Filling out a form does not guarantee a spot on the overnight trip. We will reach out via email directly to confirm you and provide additional details. There will be priority given to folks who have not been on overnight trips with us before as well as Rural LGBTQIA+ individuals and Queer BIPOC. That being said, there should be enough room for folks who have joined us before to join us again this season!
Amenities:
Bunk with foam mattress and pillow (please bring your own pillowcase, sheets, and sleeping bag/blankets). Sleeping quarters are shared.
Heat – the main hut & bunkhouses have radiant floor heating, heated up to 55°F.
Electricity.
Great room w/ sofas and fireplaces, and access to books and games in library.
Screened porch that is open with indoor seating.
Outside picnic tables.
Lighting.
Potable water.
Private hot showers with biodegradable soap, composting stalled toilets, sinks and mirrors in the main hut.
Access to kitchen facilities for cooking. Gas stove and cooktop, refrigerator, and pots, pans, oil, and basic cooking gear. NO MICROWAVE AVAILABLE.
Queerly ME will supply bug spray, sanitizer, a fully stocked first aid kit, board games and card games, and art supplies and crafts. We will be cooking one group meal this weekend; otherwise, please bring your own meals and snacks for the weekend. We are able to provide no-cost gear through Maine Gearshare such as sleeping bags, sleeping pads, clothing, etc. There will be activities planned throughout the weekend such as Plant Identification walks and kayaking / canoeing for attendees to take part in.
LGBTQIA+ Potluck
Join Queerly ME and Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust for a LGBTQIA+ community potluck at the Tom Settlemire Community Garden in Brunswick Saturday August 10th 12pm to 1:30pm! Gather in community as we share food and a beautiful outdoor space while playing yard games and basking in the Summer weather. Not sure what food to bring? Stop by the BTLT Saturday Farmers' Market at Crystal Spring Farm and find something tasty amongst the abundance of summer harvest goodies from our local farmers. It'll also be an extra special Market day, as BTLT is celebrating National Farmers Market Week! All ages welcome! No pets allowed this time around. We hope to see you there!
Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust’s role in our communities extends well beyond educational and community events. In addition to the conservation of over 3,200 acres of land for recreation, agriculture, and protection of habitat and scenic values, we also operate the Saturday Farmers' Market, the Tom Settlemire Community Garden, and the Cathance River Education Alliance. From the hiking trails around Androscoggin River to our beloved Crystal Spring Farm, our members and partners have given area families and future generations room to play, forests to discover, working farms to support our local economy, and the best local food we could hope for. If you are already a member of the Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust, thank you -- your support helps to make it possible to build community through conservation, and keep most of our events free to attend. If you are not yet a member, we encourage you to consider it.
You can click here to learn more about Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust membership.
Foraged Dinner Fundraiser
Please join Vessel & Vine for four courses that will highlight the bounty of the woods and fields of Maine in July. Each course will be accompanied by cocktails and beverages that complement each dish.
Stay tuned for menu! Dinner starts at 6 PM
$90/Per Person includes $20 donation to Queerly ME (not including tax or service charge)
Call Vessel and Vine at 207-721-3000 to request your reservation.
Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them!
Mushroom Foraging
We will be foraging edible and medicinal seasonal mushrooms and learning about the basics of mushroom identification. Some varieties that we might see in the area include chanterelles, American caesars, and black trumpets!
We encourage a donation of $15.00 to $30.00 per person to cover the costs of this event as well as support Queerly ME's future programming and development as a new grassroots non-profit. Every contribution makes a positive impact on Queerly ME's growth and capacity to create more community spaces like these!
This event is LGBTQIA+ centered. Exact address will be shared with registered attendees only.
Prior registration is required!
More about Rachel Criswell, our foraging lead for this event: Rachel is a resident of Mount Vernon, where she raises her family, six goats, a dog, three cats, and many chickens on 45 acres of meadow and woodland. A lifelong fan of nature, she began foraging in earnest five years ago after falling in love with mushrooms on a foraging walk with her medical residency. Since then, she has gotten to know Maine plants and mushrooms, with a focus on edible and medicinal varieties. She works to incorporate herbal medicine into her family medicine practice, and she is a graduate of the University of Arizona’s Fellowship in Integrative Medicine. She enjoys introducing others -especially kids!- to the plants around them and has led numerous local foraging walks. Her favorite mushroom is a black trumpet, although her “white whale” is a morel, which she has yet to find without the help of her daughter.
LGBTQIA+ Patio Social
Join Queerly ME and Vessel & Vine for an LGBTQIA+ patio social in Brunswick July 18th 5pm to 8pm! Gather on the covered patio rain or shine to connect with community and support our fundraising series this July. We can’t wait to see all of you there!
LGBTQIA+ Adventure: Monroe Island
Join Queerly ME and Maine Coast Heritage Trust for an island adventure on Saturday July 13th! Participants will take a boat out across the water to Monroe Island, do a group hike through the 1.5 mile trail system, and end the afternoon by eating packed lunches by the sea.
Prior registration required.
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Queerly ME is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to creating and increasing LGBTQIA+ visibility, resource accessibility, and Queer centered outdoor programming encouraging long lasting community connections in Maine.
Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) is a nonprofit land conservation organization protecting and caring for vital coastal lands. They partner with individuals, organizations, businesses, and communities to conserve iconic islands, critical wildlife habitat, coastal watersheds, water access sites, downtown greenspaces, and beautiful places for people to explore. Their Land Trust Program has supported and strengthened Maine’s entire land conservation community of over 80 land trusts.
Forage To Table Class
Join Vessel & Vine for an immersive class where we will discuss and explore the multitude of cooking and preservation techniques that can be used to turn foraged wild foods into delectable and nutritious dishes everyone will enjoy. Price includes foraged snacks and cocktails/mocktails that will highlight those techniques! You'll even get to take home a foraged goodie to add to your pantry.
$60/Per Person includes $30 donation to Queerly ME (not including tax or service charge).
Call Vessel and Vine at 207-721-3000 to sign up!
French Mountain Hike
DATE CHANGED TO JUNE 29TH AT 11AM!
Join Queerly ME and 7 Lakes Alliance for a hike up French Mountain Sunday June 23rd at 11am Saturday June 29th at 11am!
For more information regarding the hike, check out https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/trails/trail/french-mountain-trail.
Flower Crown Workshop
Join Queerly ME and Primal Blossoms's Owner, Hedda Campbell, for a flower crown workshop June 2nd 9am to 10am, right before Lewiston Pride! Materials will be provided at the location, Simard-Payne Memorial Park. Registered attendees will receive exact coordinates for the event a week prior to the date!
This event is a LGBTQIA+ affinity space. Please register individually to give us an accurate headcount and keep our numbers manageable; forms filled out for more than one person will not be considered legitimate.
Flagstaff Lake Cabin Weekend
Join Queerly ME over the holiday weekend at Flagstaff Hut! All attendees must be LGBTQIA+, 21+, Maine Residents, and COVID vaccinated. Our cabin trip offers a large, heated communal cabin with an industrial kitchen, indoor restrooms and showers, as well as a series of separate bunk houses divided into several smaller sleeping quarters. These off the grid cabins overlook Flagstaff Lake and beautiful woods! There are many activities planned throughout the weekend for attendees to take part in, such as a plant identification walk, a fishing demo, and nature walks.
Filling out a form does not guarantee a spot on the trip, as these camping trips are curated to match each campers' preferences, comfortabilities, and needs in a larger camping group. For our selection process, we will be prioritizing spots for those in rural areas of Maine, LGBTQIA+ BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ individuals who have not been able to attend a Queerly ME trip yet. That being said, we had enough space for everyone who filled out a pre-registration form last summer to attend!
The LGBTQIA+ Cabin Weekend is a donation based trip. There is no set cost to attend if you are confirmed as a camper, but we will encourage confirmed campers to donate on a sliding scale from $40-$100 to support Queerly ME's future programming and development. For this cabin trip, we are organizing some light group activities such as Plant Identification, Fishing, and Nature Walks.
All attendees must hike 2.2 miles to Flagstaff Hut from the parking lot. For those with mobility limitations, we have a few available spots for folks to be driven in instead. Please inform us in your form if you will need transportation to and from the cabin. The cabin and a few bunkhouses do have outlets, although we ask that electricity be used sparingly or on a need-basis such as for using a CPAP machine overnight.
Food and item sharing is optional and will be in a shared excel sheet for easy accessibility once groups are confirmed, but all campers are expected to bring the food and supplies they need for the weekend. Basic amenities (first aid supplies, bug spray, sunscreen, flashlights, card games and art supplies, to name a few) are provided by Queerly ME. Campers are expected to attend one short information session over Zoom to go over camping details and ground rules so that everyone is informed and aware of expectations regarding respect and consent in group settings, as well as the campground's policies and expectations. Animals are not permitted at this campground. Each person interested must fill out this pre-registration form to be considered--there are no +1s allowed.
Grow Together Heart Circle & Gardening Workshop
Join Queerly ME and Portland Recovery Community Center as we encourage recovery and growth through connection with each other and the earth! The first half of this program will be dedicated to an outdoor LGBTQIA+ Heart Circle, a community practice rooted in mindfulness and radical empathy led by The Heart Farmer, Jake Krueger. The second half of this program will be dedicated to gardening in an urban environment with Primal Blossoms’s Owner Hedda Campbell, learning how to grow healthy, edible, and usable plants in raised garden beds.
This event is for LGBTQIA+ individuals who wish to recover from the weight of the world alongside fellow community members while engaging in activities that encourage grounding and connection.
Primal Blossoms’s Hedda Campbell will lead the urban gardening workshop 1pm-2pm. Primal Blossoms is a Landcrafting & Plant Care business in Southern Maine founded by Hedda Campbell. From window box to wilderness, she takes an integrative approach that blends the needs of local ecology with site specific preferences to give natural spaces the freedom to thrive creatively.
The Heart Farmer, Jake Kruegar, will lead the LGBTQIA+ Heart Circle 12pm-1pm. To find out more about heart circles and Jake’s practice, please visit https://www.theheartfarmer.com/heart-circles.
Queerly ME is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to creating and increasing LGBTQIA+ visibility, resource accessibility, and Queer centered outdoor programming encouraging long lasting community connections in Maine. For more information, please visit https://www.queerlyme.org/.
As a recovery community organization, PRCC’s mission is to provide support, education, resources, and advocacy for people recovering from and affected by addiction, and to spread the message of hope throughout the state of Maine and beyond. https://portlandrecovery.org/
LGBTQIA+ Trail Mixer
Each month, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Queerly ME host casual, outdoor meet-ups at 1:00pm on the second Sunday of the month from March-May at a BTLT property. After each walk, we'll be gathering at Wild Oats around 2:15pm to hold more space and time for connecting and socializing. As an added bonus, our friends at Wild Oats have generously given us coupons for attendees to use after our walks to be used on a drink or snack of their choice!
No guided tour, no cost, no registration required. Just an open invitation for Queer/LGBTQIA+ folks (and allies) of all ages and backgrounds, to gather in a natural safe space, connect with one another, and spend time outside! (And then at Wild Oats afterwards!)
March 10th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
April 14th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (North) - Community Garden parking lot
May 12th - 1:00pm - Androscoggin Woods
Some things to keep in mind:
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early! We will be leaving for our walk from the trailhead at 1:05pm to maximize our walk time.
We highly encourage carpooling!
There is no registration, you can just show up.
Bringing a dog? Please make sure they are leashed at all times and that you clean up after them.
Bringing some kiddos? Please make sure they (and you!) are dressed for the weather and terrain.
Bringing a camera? Fantastic! Just make sure you have consent if taking photos of other people.
All properties, events, and programs managed by BTLT are open to everyone. However, as part of BTLT's mission to connect people to nature by providing recreational opportunities, we acknowledge that the outdoors have historically not been a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community. In partnership with Queerly ME, this event series aims to provide intergenerational safe spaces for connection, community building, and outdoor exploration amongst the LGBTQIA+ community.
Vernal Pool Exploration
RESCHEDULED FOR APRIL 28TH 11AM-1PM!
Join Queerly ME, Master Naturalist Samaa Abdurraqib and Katrina Cornish for an LGBTQIA+ Vernal Pool Exploration! Learn about Vernal Pool environments and examine eggs and indicator species. Learn how to track amphibian migration for Maine Big Night, an annual statewide project where you can help collect important data on the Spring migration of frogs and salamanders in Maine through observing habitats right in your hometown!
Prior registration required. Spots limited.
LGBTQIA+ Trail Mixer
Each month, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Queerly ME host casual, outdoor meet-ups at 1:00pm on the second Sunday of the month from March-May at a BTLT property. After each walk, we'll be gathering at Wild Oats around 2:15pm to hold more space and time for connecting and socializing. As an added bonus, our friends at Wild Oats have generously given us coupons for attendees to use after our walks to be used on a drink or snack of their choice!
No guided tour, no cost, no registration required. Just an open invitation for Queer/LGBTQIA+ folks (and allies) of all ages and backgrounds, to gather in a natural safe space, connect with one another, and spend time outside! (And then at Wild Oats afterwards!)
March 10th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
April 14th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (North) - Community Garden parking lot
May 12th - 1:00pm - Androscoggin Woods
Some things to keep in mind:
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early! We will be leaving for our walk from the trailhead at 1:05pm to maximize our walk time.
We highly encourage carpooling!
There is no registration, you can just show up.
Bringing a dog? Please make sure they are leashed at all times and that you clean up after them.
Bringing some kiddos? Please make sure they (and you!) are dressed for the weather and terrain.
Bringing a camera? Fantastic! Just make sure you have consent if taking photos of other people.
All properties, events, and programs managed by BTLT are open to everyone. However, as part of BTLT's mission to connect people to nature by providing recreational opportunities, we acknowledge that the outdoors have historically not been a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community. In partnership with Queerly ME, this event series aims to provide intergenerational safe spaces for connection, community building, and outdoor exploration amongst the LGBTQIA+ community.
Birdwatching Walk
Join Queerly ME with Samaa Abdurraqib, a Master Naturalist in Maine, for a LGBTQIA+ birding gathering at Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary in Lewiston, ME, bright and early at 7:30AM.
Don’t have binoculars and/or never went birding before? No worries, we’ll have binoculars for you to borrow, and all experience levels are welcome.
Spots and equipment are limited, so please register for each individual interested.
LGBTQIA+ Trail Mixer
Each month, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust and Queerly ME host casual, outdoor meet-ups at 1:00pm on the second Sunday of the month from March-May at a BTLT property. After each walk, we'll be gathering at Wild Oats around 2:15pm to hold more space and time for connecting and socializing. As an added bonus, our friends at Wild Oats have generously given us coupons for attendees to use after our walks to be used on a drink or snack of their choice!
No guided tour, no cost, no registration required. Just an open invitation for Queer/LGBTQIA+ folks (and allies) of all ages and backgrounds, to gather in a natural safe space, connect with one another, and spend time outside! (And then at Wild Oats afterwards!)
March 10th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (South) - Farmers' Market parking lot
April 14th - 1:00pm - Crystal Spring Farm (North) - Community Garden parking lot
May 12th - 1:00pm - Androscoggin Woods
Some things to keep in mind:
Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early! We will be leaving for our walk from the trailhead at 1:05pm to maximize our walk time.
We highly encourage carpooling!
There is no registration, you can just show up.
Bringing a dog? Please make sure they are leashed at all times and that you clean up after them.
Bringing some kiddos? Please make sure they (and you!) are dressed for the weather and terrain.
Bringing a camera? Fantastic! Just make sure you have consent if taking photos of other people.
All properties, events, and programs managed by BTLT are open to everyone. However, as part of BTLT's mission to connect people to nature by providing recreational opportunities, we acknowledge that the outdoors have historically not been a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community. In partnership with Queerly ME, this event series aims to provide intergenerational safe spaces for connection, community building, and outdoor exploration amongst the LGBTQIA+ community.
Snowshoeing Walk & Social
Join Queerly ME and Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust for a wintery gathering at Neptune Woods. Cross your fingers for lots of snow, we’re breaking out the gear! Bring your snowshoes and/or boot grips as we enjoy the forest at Brunswick Landing. Afterwards, we’ll convene nearby at the outdoor deck of the Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust office for some hot cocoa to warm up.
Don’t have snowshoes and/or never snowshoed before? No worries, we’ll have a few pairs for you to borrow, and all experience levels are welcome.
Spots and equipment are limited, so please register for each individual interested.
LGBTQIA+ Walk: Winter Plant Identification
Join Queerly ME and Master Naturalist Samaa Abdurraqib on an LGBTQIA+ Winter Walk through Hamilton Audubon Sanctuary to examine and identify plants, namely trees, in winter! No registration or costs included. Folks are encouraged to bring their favorite nature guides along. Remember to dress warm and bring some winter boots.