Presented by High Peaks Alliance

Tree ID and Bird Habitat Walks

Registration ends Wednesday, 10/14/2026 10:00am EDT

About This Event

Join Maine Forest Service District Forester Julie Davenport and High Peaks Alliance board member Pete McKinley for guided walks exploring tree identification, forest health, and bird habitats.

These free, family-friendly events (easy-moderate trails, ~2 hours) build practical skills while connecting forests to wildlife. Spots are limited. Registration is required. 

What to Expect:
Wear solid shoes for uneven trails. In case of rain, we will email registered participants by 8 AM on the day of to notify of any cancellation.

Property Spotlights

Walrath Woods (Strong) - June 10
A 120-acre conservation area along the Sandy River with an informal trail through mixed hardwoods and softwoods. An ongoing HPA conservation project. Learn more. 

Mosher Hill Falls Community Forest (Farmington) - August 12
A 200-acre community woodland with an informal loop trail featuring a 45-ft waterfall, conifers, and wetlands. An ongoing HPA conservation project. Learn more. 

Shiloh Pond Community Forest (Kingfield) - October 14
A 200+ acre area owned by the town of Kingfield and stewarded by HPA, with two ponds, a there-and-back trail, wetlands, and a small waterfall. Learn more. 

About This Event

Join Maine Forest Service District Forester Julie Davenport and High Peaks Alliance board member Pete McKinley for guided walks exploring tree identification, forest health, and bird habitats.

These free, family-friendly events (easy-moderate trails, ~2 hours) build practical skills while connecting forests to wildlife. Spots are limited. Registration is required. 

What to Expect:
Wear solid shoes for uneven trails. In case of rain, we will email registered participants by 8 AM on the day of to notify of any cancellation.

Property Spotlights

Walrath Woods (Strong) - June 10
A 120-acre conservation area along the Sandy River with an informal trail through mixed hardwoods and softwoods. An ongoing HPA conservation project. Learn more. 

Mosher Hill Falls Community Forest (Farmington) - August 12
A 200-acre community woodland with an informal loop trail featuring a 45-ft waterfall, conifers, and wetlands. An ongoing HPA conservation project. Learn more. 

Shiloh Pond Community Forest (Kingfield) - October 14
A 200+ acre area owned by the town of Kingfield and stewarded by HPA, with two ponds, a there-and-back trail, wetlands, and a small waterfall. Learn more.